Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 1: Headshot Damage Breakdown for Every Weapon
With the return of hitscan mechanics in Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 1, understanding headshot damage is crucial for victory. This guide details the headshot damage for every weapon, categorized by type, and factoring in rarity. Knowing this data can significantly improve your strategic weapon choices.
Assault Rifles
The following table outlines the headshot damage for each Assault Rifle variant:
Weapon | Common | Uncommon | Rare | Epic | Legendary | Mythic |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Holo Twister Assault Rifle | 42 | 44 | 47 | 50 | 51 | 54 |
Fury Assault Rifle | 33 | 35 | 36 | 38 | 39 | 42 |
Ranger Assault Rifle | 46 | 48 | 51 | 54 | 56 | 58 |
The Holo Twister excels with its low recoil and scope; the Fury is effective at close to medium range; the Ranger boasts the highest headshot damage but suffers from recoil.
Shotguns
Headshot damage values for Shotguns:
Weapon | Common | Uncommon | Rare | Epic | Legendary | Mythic |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Oni Shotgun | 105 | 110 | 110 | 115 | 120 | 135 |
Twinfire Auto Shotgun | 100 | 105 | 110 | 115 | 120 | 125 |
Sentinel Pump Shotgun | 162 | 172 | 180 | 189 | 195 | 200 |
The Oni Shotgun delivers high damage but has limited shots; the Twinfire offers a high rate of fire and decent damage; the Sentinel boasts the highest damage but a slow fire rate.
SMGs
SMG headshot damage statistics:
Weapon | Common | Uncommon | Rare | Epic | Legendary | Mythic |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Surgefire SMG | 17 | 18 | 20 | 21 | 23 | 24 |
Veiled Precision SMG | 26 | 28 | 30 | 32 | 33 | 35 |
The Surgefire's fire rate increases with sustained trigger pull but suffers from recoil; the Veiled Precision SMG is a top contender due to its scope and damage.
Pistols
Headshot damage for Pistols:
Weapon | Common | Uncommon | Rare | Epic | Legendary |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Suppressed Pistol | 46 | 50 | 52 | 54 | 58 |
Lock On Pistol | 31 |
The Suppressed Pistol is decent early-game; the Lock-On Pistol is less reliable for consistent headshots.
Sniper Rifles
Headshot damage for Sniper Rifles:
Weapon | Rare | Epic | Legendary |
---|---|---|---|
Hunting Rifle | 227 | 240 | 250 |
The Hunting Rifle's headshot can be an instant kill.
Headshot Multipliers
Weapon Type | Headshot Multiplier |
---|---|
Assault Rifles | 1.5x |
Shotguns | 1.6x (Oni), 1.55x (Twinfire), 1.75x (Sentinel) |
SMGs | 1.5x (Surgefire), 1.75x (Veiled Precision) |
Pistols | 2x (Suppressed), 1.25x (Lock-On) |
Sniper Rifles | 2.5x |
This comprehensive breakdown provides a clear picture of headshot damage in Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 1, empowering players to make informed decisions and dominate the battlefield.