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Making a comeback from Chapter 2 Season 7, the Rail Gun returns in Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 1, albeit with slightly reduced damage. Despite the nerfs, it remains a powerful weapon, potentially game-changing for those who can master it.
Finding the Rail Gun isn't overly challenging, but its rarity means a bit of luck is involved. This guide details how to acquire it and provides a comparison of its stats.
How to Get the Rail Gun in Fortnite
Available in Epic and Legendary rarities, the Rail Gun isn't sold by NPCs. Your best bet is to search chests and floor loot. The abundance of loot locations in Chapter 6 Season 1, including Magic Mosses' loot caves and Nightshift Forest's hidden vaults, increases your chances.
Essentially, securing a Rail Gun relies on chance encounters within chests. Given the plentiful chests available, your odds aren't terrible. Keep looting and hope for that Victory Royale-worthy find!
Rail Gun Stats in Fortnite
| Rarity | Epic | Legendary |
|---|---|---|
| Damage | 90 | 95 |
| Headshot DMG | 180 | 190 |
| Fire Rate | 1 | 1 |
| Mag Size | 1 | 1 |
| Reload Time | 2.37 | 2.2 |
| Structure DMG | 525 | 550 |
- A high-tech rifle; charge it to fire a powerful shot, effective against enemies behind cover.
The Rail Gun requires a roughly 3-second charge time (holding the fire button), with an additional 3-second hold before automatic firing. Accuracy is challenging; there's no way to cancel a charging shot, and enemies rarely stay still while being targeted.
Despite impressive structure and headshot damage, the Rail Gun's slow charge and difficulty in hitting targets make it less reliable than, say, a Hunting Rifle with Heavy Bullets. However, it's certainly a fun and potentially rewarding weapon to experiment with.
