Fortnite: Headshot Damage Stats

Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 1: Headshot Damage Breakdown for Every Weapon

The return of hitscan in Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 1 makes headshot accuracy crucial. This guide details the headshot damage for every weapon, helping you choose the most effective loadout for a Victory Royale. Remember, headshot damage varies by weapon type and rarity.

Assault Rifles

All Headshot Stats for Assault Rifles in Chapter 6 Season 1

• Holo Twister Assault Rifle: Known for low recoil and a scope, making it exceptionally easy to land headshots.

• Fury Assault Rifle: Excellent for close to medium range due to its high fire rate, but lower damage and recoil can be challenging.

• Ranger Assault Rifle: Boasts the highest headshot damage among assault rifles, but its lack of a scope and significant recoil make it less consistent.

Shotguns

All Headshot Stats for Shotguns in Chapter 6 Season 1

• Oni Shotgun: High damage and fast fire rate, but its two-shot limit can hinder effectiveness.

• Twinfire Auto Shotgun: A reliable option with a large magazine and fast fire rate, offering comparable headshot damage to the Oni Shotgun.

• Sentinel Pump Shotgun: The highest damage output shotgun, capable of near one-shot kills with a legendary headshot. However, its incredibly slow fire rate is a major drawback.

SMGs

All Headshot Stats for SMGs in Chapter 6 Season 1

• Surgefire SMG: Faster fire rate with sustained trigger pull, but high recoil makes consistent headshots difficult.

• Veiled Precision SMG: The top SMG choice due to its scope, high damage, and manageable recoil.

Pistols

All Headshot Stats for Pistols in Chapter 6 Season 1

• Suppressed Pistol: A decent starting weapon, but damage falls off significantly at range.

• Lock On Pistol: A rare weapon with a unique lock-on mechanic, but inconsistent headshot accuracy.

Sniper Rifles

All Headshot Stats for Sniper Rifles in Chapter 6 Season 1

• Hunting Rifle: The only sniper rifle, capable of one-shot kills with headshots at higher rarities. Requires precise aim.

Headshot Multipliers

How Much Damage Does a Headshot Do in Fortnite?

This table summarizes the headshot multipliers for each weapon type:

Use this data to strategize your weapon choices and dominate the battlefield!