Fortnite fans are counting down to the release of update 33.30, which introduces OG Chapter 1, Season 2, new Ballistic Updates, Battle Royale changes, and more.
Everything OG!
After the month-long Fortnite OG Season 1, we are shifting over to season 2! As a reminder, here is the Fortnite OG Schedule:
Season 1: Dec 6 - Jan 31; Season 2: Feb 1 - Mar 31; Season 3: Apr 1 - May 31; Season 4: Jun 1 - Jul 31; Season 5: Aug 1 - Sept 30; Season 6: Oct 1 - Nov 30; Season 7: Dec 1 - Jan 31; Season 8: Feb 1 - Mar 31; Season 9: Apr 1 - May 31 Season X: Jun 1 - Jul 31
Epic Games is taking players through all the game’s original seasons, replete with the old map and the many ways it changed over the months and years. Season 1 has been a big hit and Season 2 promises to be even better. Read on to find out everything you need to know about the upcoming season including when Season 1 ends, server downtime and when you’ll be able to check out the new version of one of Fortnite’s most excellent maps.
FULL FORTNITE OG SEASON 2 TRAILER 🔥 pic.twitter.com/wekZa0UXx2
— HYPEX (@HYPEX) January 30, 2025
New Map
Alongside the advent of Tilted Towers, Season 2 of the original game introduced small shield potions. Tilted wasn’t the only new named location, either, and the Season 2 map will also introduce:
- Haunted Hills
- Junk Junction
- Shifty Shafts
- Snobby Shores

New Items
In OG Season 2, we will see the addition of many new items, along with the vaulting of many current OG items.
New items added in Season 2’s original release included:
- Boogie Bomb
- Chug Jug
- Cozy Campfire
- Cupid’s Crossbow
- Damage Trap (uncommon)
- Impulse Grenade
- Minigun
- Small Shield Potion - finally
- Suppressed Pistol
- Zapatron (Tentative)
Vaulted items included:
- Ceiling Zapper
- Damage Trap
- Directional Jump Pad
- Grenade Launcher
- Wall Dynamo
Season 2 of Fortnite is beloved for many reasons, including its fantastic loot pool. It looks like the Double Pump is here to stay, at least in the second season, so fans should look forward to a further return of the Chapter 1 meta in Fortnite OG. Many guns from the first season will still be available tomorrow, so the best setup won't change too much just yet.

Battle Pass
Similar to the OG Pass from OG Season 1, Fortnite will introduce an OG Season 2 Battle Pass. This pass will feature new, modernized versions of classic skins that players know and love, including an updated take on Black Knight and more. Fans can expect a nostalgic yet fresh experience as they revisit iconic designs with a modern twist.

Ballistic Updates
As Fortnite continues to refine Ballistic in early access, players can expect ongoing balance adjustments in the coming weeks. To stay updated, fans should follow Fortnite’s official social channels for the latest changes. Looking ahead, Fortnite has exciting long-term plans for Ballistic, including the introduction of new weapons, Flex Gadgets, and additional maps, which will further enhance the gameplay experience.
In the more immediate future, Fortnite is set to release its latest Ballistic Update tomorrow. The highlight of this update is the highly anticipated addition of the Drum Gun, which has been teased over the past few days. Alongside this new weapon, the update will also bring various economy adjustments, weapon balance changes, and gameplay improvements. For full details, players can check out Fortnite’s official blog post.
NEW FORTNITE BALLISTIC UPDATE TOMORROW 🔥
— HYPEX (@HYPEX) January 30, 2025
• New Drum Gun Added - Costs 3,500 Credits
• You can no longer use Gadgets during buy phase
• Rift Device plant bonus: 500 -> 200 Credits
• Hyper SMG cost: 1500 -> 1800 Credits
• Frenzy Shotgun cost: 1600 -> 1500 Credits
• Reaper… pic.twitter.com/9TJzBRBd9Y
Battle Royale Changes
The only significant change in Battle Royale will be the removal of the Godzilla boss.
On a smaller note, Fortnite is testing servers in the following areas: South Africa (Capetown), Mexico (Mexico City), Indonesia (Jakatara).
Potential Fortnite Crew Updates
In a survey sent out today, Fortnite revealed potential updates for the Crew subscription. These updates could include access to select emotes while subscribed, a chance to obtain previous Crew cosmetics, and an increase in monthly cosmetics or V-Bucks. Other possible additions include discounted multi-month purchases, Battle Pass levels each month, and exclusive Crew quests. Subscribers might also receive special benefits in other games and unique account profile flair, making the Crew membership even more rewarding.

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