Fortnite OG Season 4 Patch Notes New Weapons Classic Map and Updates

Fortnite OG Chapter 1 Season 4 brings back fan-favorite POIs, introduces fresh cosmetics, and revamps classic weapons for a nostalgic yet thrilling return to the island. Here’s everything new in Epic Games’ latest update.

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Returning POIs in Fortnite Chapter 1 Season 4 OG

Several classic Points of Interest make their return in Fortnite Chapter 1 Season 4 OG, bringing back iconic spots from the original island. Players can once again drop into Tilted Towers, Risky Reels, Dusty Divot, and Shifty Shafts, each restored to their Season 4 layouts. These locations deliver a strong dose of nostalgia while keeping the fast-paced gameplay that defined early Fortnite.

Fortnite OG Chapter 1 Season 4 brings back two major POIs, along with themed landmarks:

Dusty Divot: Formed by the meteor crash, Dusty Divot features remnants of Dusty Depot and a government facility. With excavation underway, this POI is a prime location for both loot and lore.
Risky Reels: A fan-favorite drive-in theater, Risky Reels sets the stage for cinematic battles, with ample loot and wide-open space for intense fights.
Also returning are the Hero Mansion and Villain Lair, expanding the season’s superhero-themed atmosphere.

The Blast Off Live Event

The Blast Off Live Event brought players together for a spectacular in-game experience that marked the turning point of Fortnite OG Chapter 1 Season 4. Rockets launched into the sky, fragments tore through rifts, and a chain of explosions set the stage for major changes across the island. The event paid homage to one of Fortnite’s most iconic moments, blending nostalgia with new visual effects and gameplay twists that left players eager to explore what followed.

A mysterious figure known as The Visitor has landed in the aftermath of the meteor crash, bringing secrets, rockets, and a potential turning point for the island. The unfolding storyline culminates in a live event tied to the rocket launch that changed Fortnite forever. The Blast Off live event takes place on July 26, 2025. Fortnite’s official channels will reveal the exact time later this month.

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Fortnite OG Season 4 Loot Pool: New and Returning Items

Fortnite OG Season 4 brings back a mix of nostalgic and fresh loot to match the classic vibe of Chapter 1. The update reintroduces fan-favorite weapons like the Drum Gun, Pump Shotgun, and Heavy Sniper Rifle, while adding modern tweaks for better balance. Explosives such as the Remote Explosives and Rocket Launcher return for high-intensity fights, and mobility items like Launch Pads make fast rotations possible again. Players can expect a balanced loot pool blending iconic items from the original seasons with refined gameplay adjustments for today’s matches.

Classic items from Chapter 1 Season 4 return to the loot pool, offering both nostalgic and strategic gameplay. Here’s the list of all new items in Fortnite OG Season 4:

Thermal Scoped Assault Rifle: Highlights enemies, chests, and supply drops.
Hop Rocks: Grants low-gravity jumps for a limited time.
Apples and Mushrooms: Restore 5 HP or 5 Shield, respectively.
Bouncer Trap: Useful for vertical mobility and quick escapes.
Drum Gun: A rapid-fire weapon ideal for close combat.
Dual Pistols: High-damage, stylish firepower for short-range battles.
Jetpack: Provides limited flight; manage fuel carefully.
Stink Bomb: Creates a lingering damage cloud for area control.

That’s not all the loot you get in the OG Season 4. There will be plenty of items and weapons carried over from OG Season 3. The following gear remains available from Chapter 1 Season 3 OG:

Assault Weapons

Assault Rifle
Burst Assault Rifle (now includes Epic and Legendary variants)
Scoped Assault Rifle
Light Machine Gun
Minigun

Pistols and SMGs

Revolver
Pistol
Suppressed Pistol
Suppressed Submachine Gun
Tactical Submachine Gun

Shotguns

Pump Shotgun
Tactical Shotgun
Heavy Shotgun

Sniper Rifles

Bolt-Action Sniper Rifle
Semi-Auto Sniper Rifle
Hunting Rifle

Explosives and Utilities

Grenade Launcher
Rocket Launcher
Guided Missile
Clingers
Grenades
Remote Explosives
Impulse Grenade
Boogie Bomb
Damage Trap
Port-A-Bunker
Launch Pad (non-throwable variant)
Cozy Campfire
Bush disguise

Healing and Shields

Bandages
Med Kits
Small Shield Potions
Shield Potions
Slurp Juice
Chug Jug

Other Changes in Fortnite Chapter 1 OG Season 4

The Shopping Cart returns as Fortnite’s first vehicle, allowing solo rides or duo pushes across the map without brakes. Ranked Fortnite OG matchmaking turns off for this season to balance queues with other playlists. Epic plans possible Ranked reintroduction later.

The Shopping Cart, Fortnite’s first-ever vehicle, returns for Season 4. Players can ride solo or have a duo partner push them across the island at full speed. Just note: there are no brakes. Moreover, to ensure improved matchmaking across Fortnite OG and other playlists, Ranked Fortnite OG is disabled for Season 4. Epic may reintroduce it in a future update.

Fortnite Chapter 1 Season 4 OG Pass

The Fortnite Chapter 1 Season 4 OG Pass brings back the classic battle pass with superhero-themed rewards from the original 2018 release. Players earn tiers through matches to unlock outfits like Omega, Doctor Doom, and Eclipse, plus gliders, pickaxes, and wraps inspired by Marvel crossovers. Match the new cosmetics with returning POIs such as Pressure Plant and Retail Row for a full nostalgic setup.

A brand-new OG Pass arrives with 45 tiers of rewards inspired by Fortnite’s original Chapter 1 Season 4. XP earned across any Fortnite mode contributes toward progression.

Premium Outfits:

O.M.E.G.A. Suit Alpha: Instantly unlocks with pass purchase.
Street Wave Teknique: A street artist-inspired style.
The Visitor (Reality Unknown): A mysterious traveler, part of The Seven.

The Chapter 1 Season 4 OG patch notes also revealed that each Fortnite outfit features unlockable alternate styles.

Additional Premium Rewards

O.M.E.G.A. Aerial Glider
Paint Pummelers Pickaxe
Reality Jet Back Bling

All Chapter 1 Season 4 OG quests list

In Fortnite OG Chapter 1 Season 4 (the “Chapter 1 Season 4 OG” mode), the quests are split into a one-time set called “Season 4 Greatest Hits”, plus rotating weekly quests and OG milestones that repeat across weeks.

Below is the full list of Chapter 1 Season 4 OG quests as they appeared in the OG rotation (Fortnite OG mode, not the main Battle Royale).

🌟 Season 4 Greatest Hits Quests

These are special one-time quests tied only to Chapter 1 Season 4 OG; they give 20,000 XP each when completed.

Search 7 chests at Risky Reels.
Eliminate 3 players with an Epic or better Burst Assault Rifle.
Build or destroy 40 stone structures.
Consume 5 Hop Rocks.
Get 4 eliminations in a single match.
Travel 200 meters distance while riding a Shopping Cart.
Eliminate 6 players at Risky Reels or Dusty Divot.
Deal 500 damage to players with suppressed weapons.
Enter a rift in 3 different matches.
Purchase an item from a vending machine.
Headshot 3 players with the Thermal Scoped Assault Rifle or Dual Pistols.
Collect 5 Stink Bombs.
Hit 25 players with the Drum Gun.
Visit both the Villain Lair and Hero Mansion.
Travel 300 meters distance while using the Jetpack.
Reach 30 players remaining in 4 different matches.
Search a chest, ammo box, and a supply drop within a single match.
Deal 500 damage to players with shotguns within 3 seconds of sprinting or sliding.
Eliminate 6 players outside of Named Locations.
Restore 75 health or gain shields using apples or mushrooms.

🗓️ Weekly Quests (Chapter 1 Season 4 OG)

These rotate weekly and reset each week; each usually gives 20,000-25,000 XP.

Week 0

Restore 200 health with Bandages or Med Kits.
Eliminate 5 players with SMGs.
Deal 1,000 damage to players with a Minigun or Pump Shotgun.
Search 10 chests at Tilted Towers or Retail Row.

Week 1

Eliminate 5 players with pistols.
Search 10 chests at Salty Springs or Pleasant Park.
Hit 5 players with Grenades or Boogie Bombs.
Hit 10 weakpoints with a pickaxe.

Week 2

Eliminate 5 players with assault rifles.
Deal 1,000 damage to players with a Tactical Shotgun or Suppressed SMG.
Search 10 chests at Greasy Grove or Snobby Shores.
Restore 200 health or gain shields with Slurp Juice or Chug Jugs.

Week 3

Eliminate 5 players with shotguns.
Deal 1,000 damage to players with an Assault Rifle or Hunting Rifle.
Search 10 chests at Haunted Hills or Tomato Town.
Search 2 supply drops.

Week 4

Eliminate 5 players with sniper rifles.
Deal 1,000 damage to players with a Semi-Auto Suppressed Pistol or Grenade Launcher.
Search 10 chests at Lucky Landing or Flush Factory.
Collect a Jetpack in 2 different matches.

Week 5

Eliminate 2 players with explosives.
Deal 1,000 damage to players with a Light Machine Gun or Dual Pistols.
Search 10 chests at Moisty Mire or Lonely Lodge.
Headshot 3 players with a sniper rifle.

Week 6

Eliminate a player with a Pickaxe.
Deal 1,000 damage to players with a Heavy Shotgun or Burst Assault Rifle.
Search 10 chests at Wailing Woods or Fatal Fields.
Deal 750 damage to structures with Remote Explosives or Clingers.

Week 7

Eliminate 5 players within 20 meters.
Deal **1,000 damage to players with a Bolt-Action Sniper Rifle or Tactical SM

How to complete Search 7 chests at Risky Reels quest

The “Search 7 chests at Risky Reels” quest in Fortnite OG Chapter 1 Season 4 is a modern return of that infamous Chapter 1 S4 challenge, but now it’s a one-time quest (not weekly) and can usually be completed in a few tries with a smart strategy.

Here’s a simple, step-by-step way to complete it:

🔹 1. What the quest actually means

You must open 7 chests (not ammo boxes or supply drops) at Risky Reels, in any number of matches.
Chests opened anywhere else (Tilted Towers, Retail Row, etc.) don’t count; they must all be inside Risky Reels’ small area.

🔹 2. Best loading zone: Where to land

Risky Reels is tiny, so the bus rarely drops many people there. To avoid fights and find chests smoothly:

Aim to land on the outskirts of Risky Reels, not in the middle of the drive-in.
Good spots:
- The playground area (structure with slides and jungle gym) on the west/south side.
- The long pavilion with benches (where people sat to watch movies) on the east side.
Avoid landing dead center unless you’re fighting for eliminations; the edge buildings and pavilions are chestier and safer for loot runs.

🔹 3. Where most chests spawn in Risky Reels

There are around 11-12 chests total in the POI, so you just need to learn the hot spots:

Pavilion / bench area (long covered structure):
- 1 chest on the roof.
- 1 chest inside or immediately under the structure.
Playground area (slides, swings):
- 1-2 chests on the roof or near the frames.
Small square huts / employee buildings (near the bathrooms and snack bar):
- Roofs and insides of these buildings usually spawn chests.
Main building / snack bar area (2-floor structure with a car on the roof):
- 1 chest on the roof.
- 1 chest inside, often near stairs or in the bathroom area.
The large tree (sometimes called “Tree of Might”) to the south:
- This is a popular spot, but it often has only 1-2 chests and gets crowded.

Rule of thumb: Roofs and small buildings at Risky Reels have the highest chest density.

🔹 4. Step-by-step plan to complete it

Strategy 1: Solo / Low-risk method (Recommended)

If you’re playing solo and don’t want to fight:

In lobby, check the bus path; if it goes near Risky Reels, consider skipping this drop and playing 1-2 other matches instead.
When the bus is far from Risky Reels, choose it as your drop point:
- Jump very early and glide straight down.
- Aim for the pavilion or playground area (not the center) to avoid the main crowd.
Immediately open every chest you see:
- Start on the roof, then drop down and clear insides of all small buildings and covered structures.
- If you see an enemy, farm elsewhere and come back later when the area is safer.
If you only get 3-5 chests in one match, that’s fine; just remember:
- The quest is cumulative, so you can spread it over 2-3 matches.
- In a quiet match, you can often hit 7 chests in 2-3 minutes.

Strategy 2: With a friend (easier)

If you’re playing with a squad, you can split up and cover the whole POI:

Both of you drop together at Risky Reels, but slightly offset (e.g., one on pavilion, one on playground).
Use voice chat to say which chests you’re opening so you don’t waste time hitting the same ones.
Your friend can also open chests and go to the hero/villain area, while you stay at Risky Reels to complete this quest.

🔹 5. Tips to finish faster

Avoid the center of Risky Reels (the drive-in screen and main stage area) at the start of the game; it has very few chests and is where most players f