Learn all about Fortnite Battle Royale's v7.10 content update # 3 in this guide! This includes the release of the Suppressed Sniper Rifle, the return of the Dual Pistols, and balance changes to other weapons!!
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v7.10 Content Update # 3 Summary
New Weapon & Balance Changes
| Release Date | January 8, 2018, 1PM UTC |
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The v7.10 Content Update # 3 contains the return of the Dual Pistols, the release of the Suppressed Sniper Rifle, and multiple balance changes! Tweaks to the X-4 Stormwing, Dyamite, and Boom Box are also included in the update.
Time Conversion Table
| PT | AET | ET | CET |
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| Jan. 8 5AM | Jan. 9 12AM | Jan. 8 8AM | Jan. 8 2PM |
Tweet on V.10 Content Update # 3
Balance adjustments coming with 7.10 content update: tweaks to Boom Box, X-4 Stormwing, and Dynamite. And... Dual Pistols make their return!
— Eric Williamson (@erwil9) January 7, 2019
v7.10 Content Update Release Date
| Release Date | Part 1: December 23, 2018 Part 2: December 30, 2018 Part 3: January 8, 2019 |
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The v7.10 content update was released between multiple sessions across December and January. The updates put in either new items to the game or applied balance changes to previously introduced ones.
Check Out the Previous v7.10 Content UpdateNew Weapon: Suppressed Sniper Rifle
The Suppressed Sniper Rifle will allow you to take out enemies from a distance without giving away your location! The bolt-action sniper rifle is completely silent, perfect for sneaky eliminations.
Check Out Suppressed Sniper Rifle Weapon StatsWeapons Vault Updates
Dual Pistols Returns from the Vault
After being vaulted for months, the Dual Pistols returns to Fortnite! No stated changes were made to the weapon so it should work the same as it used to.
Check Out the Dual Pistols Weapon StatsSix Shooter Vaulted
The Six Shooter has been removed from the game as part of the latest update. Unfortunately, there's no indication if it will ever make a return after a few months in the vault like the Dual Pistols.
Check Out the Six Shooter Weapon StatsLower Variant Burst Assault Rifle Vaulted
Uncommon, Common, and Rare variants of the Burst Assault Rifle has been vaulted. Only the Epic and Legendary variants are left in the game.
Check Out Burst Assault Rifle Weapon StatsWeapon & Vehicle Updates
X-4 Stormwing Weakened
The X-4 Stormwing received a number of status changes, including a decrease in player knockback, structure impact damage, and spawn chance. It will also take more damage when hitting any form of structure.
Check Out the X-4 Stormwing Guide HereX-4 Stromwing Changes Breakdown
| Stat | Changes |
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| Player Knockback | Lowered by 70% |
| Structure Impact Damage | Increased by 50% |
| Impact Damage Reduction | Lowered by 25% |
| Machine Gun Spread | Increased by 75% |
| Spawn Chance | Lowered by 20% |
| Flight Altitude | Max build limit |
Boom Box Changes
The Boom Box also received significant changes to balance out its overall destructive power. It will now have lower drop rate, health, and duration.
Check Out the Boom Box Weapon StatsBoom Box Changes Breakdown
| Stat | Changes |
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| Drop Rate | Lowered by 33% |
| Health | Reduced by 200 |
| Duration | Lowered to 18 seconds |
Miscellaneous Updates
- Supply Drop health decreased to 250 in Solo, 500 in Duo, and 750 in Squads
- Dynamite spawn rate lowered by 40%
New Community Creation at the Block
This update also brings with it a new community creation to be featured in The Block! Check out KojackNumber2's bouncy DM Arena!
Check Out The Block Overview Here
