The infamous Pump Shotgun is making a comeback in Fortnite OG Chapter 1, reigniting the debate surrounding its place in the game’s arsenal. This powerful, slow-loading weapon is often hailed as the best shotgun in Fortnite history, but its return is not without controversy. Previously unvaulted for a brief period, the Pump Shotgun was quickly replaced by the Charge Shotgun. Will this return be any different?
This potent weapon dominated close-range combat in Fortnite’s early days, giving rise to the “Double Pump” meta. Skilled players exploited the mechanic of switching between two Pump Shotguns to bypass the pump animation and achieve near-instantaneous firing. While this tactic propelled some streamers to fame, it frustrated many players and eventually led to nerfs and the weapon’s removal in 2018’s Patch 5.0.
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Fortnite OG: A Blast from the Past
The Pump Shotgun’s resurgence is part of the broader Fortnite OG experience, a nostalgic return to the game’s origins. Classic weapons like the Assault Rifle (SCAR/AR) will be available, and players will once again battle it out on the original map, a recreation of the Season 1 landscape.
For those who missed the chance to explore Dusty Depot or Retail Row, Fortnite OG offers a trip down memory lane. Here’s a reminder of the classic Points of Interest (POIs):
- Anarchy Acres
- Dusty Depot
- Flush Factory
- Greasy Grove
- Loot Lake
- Moisty Mire
- Salty Springs
- Tomato Town
- Retail Row
- Pleasant Park
- Wailing Woods
The OG map returns, marking Epic Games’ second attempt to recapture the magic of Fortnite’s early days. A temporary OG playlist in 2023 sparked a wave of nostalgia on social media, but it wasn’t enough to secure a permanent spot. Now, Fortnite OG is back as a permanent mode, complete with its own Battle Pass.
This update is sure to excite anyone who invested time in Fortnite Chapter 1. If you’ve been yearning for simpler times, when the Eraser skin was the closest thing to a John Wick cosplay in Pleasant Park, this is your chance to relive those moments. While the experience won’t be identical to the original, the developers have aimed to create a faithful recreation. Removing some of the early game’s clunkiness might even enhance the experience and offer a fresh perspective on a beloved classic.
Fortnite OG Chapter 1 launches on December 6th. Are you ready to revisit the past?
