Fortnite Adds a Highly Requested Feature

Fortnite's Chapter 6 Season 1 update introduces a highly anticipated feature: using Fortnite Festival instruments as pickaxes and back blings! This addition, accessible via a dedicated "instruments" option in the locker, has been met with enthusiastic player response.

Beyond the musical weaponry, the update also boasts new cosmetics from the Godzilla collaboration, including outfits and accessories. This builds on December 2024's additions of Ballistic, LEGO Fortnite: Brick Life, and Fortnite OG modes.

Fortnite Festival itself continues to expand, offering a unique gameplay experience likened to Guitar Hero, with licensed music and instrument cosmetics available in the Item Shop. Recent additions include local co-op and collaborations with artists like Snoop Dogg, Metallica, and Lady Gaga.

The ability to equip instruments as both pickaxes and back blings is a significant surprise, allowing players to wield microphones, guitars, and more. The instrument seamlessly transitions between back bling and pickaxe, disappearing when used as a pickaxe and reappearing upon switching items. This update also features a Hatsune Miku crossover, adding new outfits and instruments.

The update streamlines access to these instruments within the locker, providing a dedicated "instruments" filter for both pickaxes and back blings. Existing instruments previously limited to back bling or pickaxe use have also been updated for broader functionality within Fortnite Festival.

In addition to the instrument additions, the Godzilla collaboration brings pink and blue edit style options, along with unlockable accessories like a wrap, harvester, and glider, earned through battle pass challenges. The abundance of new content has generated significant excitement within the Fortnite community.