Learn more about the v6.21 update notes of Fortnite Battle Royale, including what's new in the v6.21 update - the new Balloons item, glider re-deploy mechanic update, and more!!
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v6.21 Update Summary
v6.21 Update Overview
| New Content | Detail |
|---|---|
| Balloons Guide | Use Balloons to float and get to high places! |
| Glider Re-Deploy Mechanic Test | Glider re-deploy test continues in v6.21 with Glider re-deploy audio now getting priority over weapon audio in certain distances. |
v6.21 Update Release Date
| Release Date | November 1, 2018 |
|---|
The v6.21 update is here and we've got Balloons, the glider re-deploy mechanic test update, & more!
Downtime Time Conversion Table
| AET | PDT | ET | CET | UTC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:00 pm | 1:00 am | 4:00 am | 9:00 am | 8:00 am |
Fortnitemares End On Nov 4th-5th
Fortnitemares Challenges will end on November 4th-5th. Make sure to complete your challenges to get the Dark Engine Glider!
Fortnitemares End Time Conversion Table
| AET | PDT | ET | CET | UTC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:00am | 10:00am | 1:00pm | 6:00pm | 5:00pm |
New Item: Balloons
Balloon Feature Summary
- Epic rarity
- Comes with 20 deployable balloons.
- Allows the player to defy gravity by holding up to 6 balloons at a time.
- Can be found from floor loot, chests, Supply Drops, Supply Llamas, and Vending Machines.
- Can float to max build height
- Non-fatal fall damage.
Explosion Damage Change
Starting in v6.21, 25% of explosion damage will penetrate structures and the environment as long as they are within the area of effect. Remember to stay clear when using explosives!
Do You Know All Explosive Weapons & Items?
Explosives are not just limited to launchers! Check out the list of explosives below to know how the change will affect gameplay.
Explosive Weapons List
Other Changes
Item And Weapon Changes
Grappler Changes
When using the Grappler as a passenger, you will now travel in a straight line instead of an arc. The velocity of your vehicle will also now affect the force of the Grappler, but only if it will result in an increase in Grappler force.
Valuted: Semi Auto Sniper, Guided Missile, Dual Pistols
We bid a temporary goodbye to the Semi-Auto Sniper Rifle, Guided Missile, and Dual Pistols as they go into the vault. In case you miss them, they will continue to be available in Playground Mode.
Glider Re-Deploy Mechanic Test Update
Glider re-deploy will continue to be available based on the results of the re-deploy test conducted during v6.20. In v6.21, Glider audio will take priority over weapon audio for certain ranges, implemented as a quality of life functionality.
Source: Official Fortnite Website
Check Out The Details Of Glider Re-deploy!
