Fortnite Season 3 is finally here. Right when they said they would, Epic Games has launched the much-anticipated third season–and it looks like a swashbuckling delight. The rollout is beginning with some server downtime, but keep checking back with the game and it should boot up Season 3 soon.
Epic originally planned to start Season 3 sooner, but the company delayed the update in light of the ongoing protests in the US related to the murder of George Floyd.
The cinematic launch trailer for Season 3 confirms the water theme and what seems to be the Season’s official tagline, “Splash Down.” It’s a delightfully whimsical trailer, and even Aquaman himself–Jason Momoa–shows up. Check it out below.
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Fortnite Chapter 2 Season 3 Splash Down Description
Epic Games has also released the official description for Fortnite Chapter 2 Season 3 Splash Down. It confirms that the island has become flooded, and there are new places to see and even sharks to ride.
“The Island has flooded, there are new areas to explore, Marauders to take on and… sharks to ride?Survive more than just the Storm. Adapt to the new flooded way of life on the Island. Watch your back!”
New Gameplay System: Marauders
Fortnite Chapter 2 Season 3 also introduces a new gameplay system in the form of Marauders, who crash down onto the island basically f**k stuff up. “Defend yourself from new Marauders as they crash down onto the island and challenge your survival,” Epic says.
New Battle Pass
As usual, a new season means a new Battle Pass. The Chapter 2 Season 3 Battle Pass offering comes with a series of cosmetic extras. Buying the pass outright instantly unlocks the new Fade and Ocean outfits. Aquaman is coming later in the year, Epic said.
The Battle Pass also includes a new feature called “Build-A-Brella,” which allows players to create their own unique umbrella. Check out the full Battle Pass trailer below to see what’s new in the DLC.
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Check Back Soon For More
The start of Chapter 2 Season 3 comes after the major Doomsday event (known officially as The Device). Epic no longer publishes Fortnite patch notes, so players will have to discover for themselves what’s new in the update. GameSpot will come back with more details and information about Season 3 as we sink our teeth into the update. Keep checking back for the latest.
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