In its latest update for Chapter 6 Season 1, Fortnite has introduced a thrilling feature that allows players to use Fortnite Festival's instruments as both pickaxes and back blings, enhancing the game's versatility and appeal. This update, released in December 2024, has been met with overwhelmingly positive feedback from the Fortnite community. The season has brought a host of new modes, including Ballistic, LEGO Fortnite: Brick Life, and Fortnite OG, catering to a wide range of player interests.
Fortnite Festival, a significant addition to the game, has been likened to the beloved Guitar Hero franchise. Players can engage with various instruments to play through a selection of songs, available for purchase in the Item Shop alongside instrument cosmetics. The recent inclusion of local co-op has further enriched the Fortnite Festival experience, allowing friends to enjoy the mode together. Epic Games has also collaborated with renowned artists like Snoop Dogg, Metallica, and Lady Gaga to promote and diversify the game mode's content.
A surprising and innovative update has allowed players to utilize Fortnite Festival's instruments within the battle royale mode. Options now include microphones, guitars, and other instruments as back blings and pickaxes. When used as a pickaxe, the instrument seamlessly disappears from the character's back and reappears upon switching to another item or weapon. This feature aligns with a major crossover event featuring Hatsune Miku, which introduces new outfits and instruments to the game.
Fortnite’s Instruments Can Now Be Used as Pickaxes and Back Blings
Players eager to explore this new feature can navigate to the game's locker and select the "instruments" option to sort their back blings and pickaxes. Fortnite has also updated previously exclusive back bling and pickaxe cosmetics for use within Fortnite Festival, offering players a fresh way to engage with their items. This long-requested feature has been warmly received by the community.
In addition to the instrument integration, the latest update introduces new cosmetics through a collaboration with Godzilla. Fans of the iconic monster can choose between pink and blue edit styles and unlock various accessories, including a wrap, harvester, glider, and more, by completing battle pass challenges. With such a diverse array of new content, Fortnite's latest update continues to captivate and excite its player base.
