Fortnite Reload July 16 update adds Thunder Shotgun and more

Fortnite Reload is the hottest thing since sliced bread. Fans instantly flocked to the new game mode to celebrate and appreciate Fortnite Chapter 1 in the new era. As with most game modes, Epic Games has provided regular updates to Fortnite Reload, and the latest arrived on July 16, adding new weapons and removing others. Here are all the changes included in the July 16 Fortnite Reload update.

The fan-favorite Thunder Pump Shotgun is one of three weapons added in the July 16 Fortnite Reload update. This weapon debuted in Chapter 4 Season 1, and players instantly enjoyed satisfaction using it. Of the newer Shotguns, the Thunder Pump ranked atop the list. Also added to Fortnite Reload are the Twin Mag SMG and Mammoth Pistol.

Alongside these new additions to the loot pool, Epic Games removed the Lever Action Shotgun, Tactical Submachine Gun, and Hand Cannon. As for this impact, not many have fond feelings for Lever Action since it's a habitually underperforming weapon. On the other hand, the removal of the Hand Cannon is unfortunate. This weapon rewards accuracy more than nearly every other in Fortnite.

Here is a list of the weapon changes in the Fortnite Reload update:

This update applies to the Battle Royale and Zero Build versions of Fortnite Reload.

It's no secret that Fortnite Reload took the world by storm. The throwback Chapter 1 game mode quickly ascended the rankings to become Fortnite's most popular, usurping traditional Battle Royale. It's unlikely that Epic Games will change anything significant before Chapter 5 Season 4. However, you can expect minor updates with loot pool changes until then.

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