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Making a return from Chapter 2 Season 7, the Rail Gun reappears in Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 1, albeit with slightly reduced damage. Despite the nerfs, it remains a powerful weapon that can significantly improve your chances of victory.
While not excessively rare, the Rail Gun's acquisition relies on chance. Its availability isn't tied to any specific NPC vendor.
How to Find the Rail Gun in Fortnite
Found in Epic and Legendary rarities, the Rail Gun is obtained through chests and floor loot. The abundance of loot sources in Chapter 6 Season 1, such as loot caves and hidden vaults, increases your chances. However, securing a Rail Gun ultimately depends on luck.
Rail Gun Statistics in Fortnite
| Rarity | Epic | Legendary |
|---|---|---|
| Damage | 90 | 95 |
| Headshot DMG | 180 | 190 |
| Fire Rate | 1 | 1 |
| Magazine Size | 1 | 1 |
| Reload Time | 2.37 | 2.2 |
| Structure DMG | 525 | 550 |
- A high-tech rifle; charge to fire a powerful shot, effective against enemies behind cover.
The Rail Gun's charge time is approximately 3 seconds, with an additional 3-second hold before automatic firing. The lack of a charge cancellation mechanism and enemy movement make landing shots challenging.
Despite impressive structure and headshot damage, the Rail Gun's accuracy issues and slow firing rate might make other weapons, like a Hunting Rifle with Heavy Bullets, a more reliable choice. However, its unique gameplay makes it worth experimenting with.
