
Fortnite is being updated to Version 4.5 today, bringing with it a whole lot of changes in the form of weapons, modes, bug fixes, performance improvements, and more.
Perhaps the biggest news is the introduction of the new limited-time 'Playground' mode. This new option allows players to freely build and experiment in a sandbox style setting, essentially acting as a practice mode that could be a fantastic addition for those who are new to the game. The current 'Final Fight Teams of 20' mode has also been replaced with 'Final Fight Teams of 12'.
This week's new weapon is the Dual Pistols, promising to bring "two times the fun and firepower". The Dual Pistols will be available in Epic and Legendary variants, have a base damage of 41-43, and will shoot from both pistols with just one pull of the trigger.

There are also a couple of changes specific to the Nintendo Switch version of the game, including varied audio to players' footsteps in water and an improved performance when skydiving by reducing rendering related CPU hitches. This should hopefully help to make that initial descent slightly smoother.
The full patch notes have just been released if you want to take a look at every change coming to the game - the list is astonishingly long and contains numerous little fixes and tweaks to improve the game.
The game's servers went down at 9am BST (4am ET) today to implement the latest patch, with a return to normality expected in just a few short hours' time.
Have you been getting stuck into Fortnite on Switch? Will you give this new practice mode a spin to see what the fuss is all about? Let us know how you've been getting on below.
[source epicgames.com]
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"But does it have gyro?"
Looking forward to testing the performance improvements. It’s great to see Fortnite on Switch but the framepacing issues are annoying. Hopefully this is the first step to a good 30fps.
@Mathias_Wolfbrok no u
Meh, I've given Fortnite a week's worth of evenings and I don't think it's going to become a major passion of mine. I like that you can pick it up for 20 mins and then just drop it again and I like that the world's biggest F2P game has no pay to win aspect. Still, good but not great.
Still waiting for that gyro
I am totally new to this game but I have played a few games now and havent dont that badly consdering my level of experience. think I've managed 11th on a solo trip. 8th as a team. I can actually see what the fuss is about. I wont be buying anything but I dont think you need to to enjoy it
@Frank-The-Tank THRANK.
Go plays ARMS using motion while waiting for gyro.
You too benson.
DOUBLE PISTOLS
@Frank-The-Tank Don't hold your breath buddy!
It is a really fun game, especially since some friends have an Xbox one and can play with them, really fun.
Hopefully they do have some updates on performance and things, especially when scoping..... Gets blurry and low quality.
Hey all. I had to "RESTART" our Switch to get the update to load. Closing and rebooting the game was an endless cycle of futility, as was doing so after hitting "SLEEP".
@bluedogrulez if the game does not update automatically, go to the game press the + button, go to software update and select via the internet. That usually helps
How do you start playground mode? I can't find it in the lobby
I like how they added a beacon visible in the sky when you place a marker on the map. It's helpful in general, but especially nice when sky diving.
Well, I am glad they are keeping it supported and updated on Switch. I play a bit but like I have said more than once, "It's alright, but not the game the hype suggests"
I want gyro controls!!!
"Have you been getting stuck into Fortnite on Switch?" ...is it supposed to say that? Not from the UK..is that a phrase?
One of the most stupid game rules i have ever seen.
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