Struggling to secure that Victory Royale? Well, it might be time to get your hands on Exotic Weapons in Fortnite. For those who don’t know, Exotic Weapons are a special rarity that comes with unique abilities and buffs. When used correctly, these weapons can give you a serious advantage and help you decimate the battlefield.
There’s no shortage of variety when it comes to Exotic Weapons, as we have shotguns, assault rifles, and more. So, let’s take a look at all the Exotic Weapons in Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4 and exactly how you can obtain them without breaking a sweat.
Complete list of all Exotic Weapons in Fortnite
There are currently five Exotic Weapons in Fortnite Chapter 4 Season 7, and it’s likely that more will be added in future updates. All five are designed specifically for close-quarters combat, which makes them ideal for taking down any enemy that’s within a short range. Let’s take a closer look at each weapon and break down its stats as well
1. Overpowered Pump Shotgun
The Overpowered Gun is a solid choice for taking down enemies at close range. It comes with a unique perk that increases the weapon’s damage with every successful hit, which makes each consecutive shot even more deadly. However, the damage boost will reset if you equip another weapon or fail to deal damage.
| Stats Name | Values |
|---|---|
| DPS | 83.3 |
| Damage | 119 |
| Headshot Damage | 238 |
| Magazine Size | 5 |
| Structure Damage | 55 |
| Reload Rate | 3.78s |
| Fire Rate | 5.5 |
2. Accelerant Drum Gun
The Accelerant Drum Gun boosts your movement speed and fire rate, allowing you to stay mobile while keeping pressure on your opponents. This makes it a great pick for getting out of tricky situations without having to stop dealing damage.
| Stats Name | Values |
|---|---|
| DPS | 207 |
| Damage | 23 |
| Headshot Damage | 34.5 |
| Magazine Size | 48 |
| Structure Damage | 22 |
| Reload Rate | 3.53s |
| Fire Rate | 9 |
3. Balloon Popper Assault Rifle
The Balloon Popper Assault Rifle isn’t just useful for dealing damage. Its unique perk causes the first bullet, as well as every few bullets afterward, to trigger an explosion that grants all players a balloon within the affected area. It’s a chaotic and fun weapon.
| Stats Name | Values |
|---|---|
| DPS | 181.5 |
| Damage | 33 |
| Headshot Damage | 49.5 |
| Magazine Size | 25 |
| Structure Damage | 33 |
| Reload Rate | 2.5s |
| Fire Rate | 5.5 |
4. Overclocked 8-Bit Shotgun
The Overclocked 8-Bit Shotgun can do more than just take down enemies, as it can also restore your health. The more damage you deal to an opponent with the weapon, the more health you recover, which makes it a useful option for staying in the fight longer.
| Stats Name | Values |
|---|---|
| DPS | 151.2 |
| Damage | 108 |
| Headshot Damage | 162 |
| Magazine Size | 10 |
| Structure Damage | 70 |
| Reload Rate | 2.52s |
| Fire Rate | 1.4 |
5. Rebecca’s Guns
The Fortnite x Cyberpunk: Edgerunners crossover has also brought in Rebecca’s Guns, and they’re as powerful as you’d expect. This Exotic weapon lets you dual-wield an SMG and an Assault Rifle, which gives you two options to unleash a serious amount of damage on your opponents.
| Stats Name | Values (AR/SMG) |
|---|---|
| DPS | 102 / 108 |
| Damage | 17 / 9 |
| Headshot Damage | 25.5 / 12.5 |
| Magazine Size | 20 / 40 |
| Structure Damage | 28 / 16 |
| Reload Rate | 1.2s / 1.275s |
| Fire Rate | 6 / 12 |
How to get all Exotic Weapons in Fortnite?
So, the next obvious question is: how do you get exotic weapons in Fortnite? Unfortunately, there’s no guaranteed way of obtaining them. Obtaining them comes down to luck, but there are a few locations you can hit to improve your chances of finding these rare weapons
The first location you should check out is the Stone Sanctum Vault. There’s a Rare Chest inside that has a chance of dropping an Exotic Weapon. You can also head over to the Mega Maze Vault, which also contains Rare Chests that can reward you with the weapons. Basically, you’ll want to visit as many Vaults as possible and open every Rare Chest you come across to increase your chances of finding an Exotic Weapon.
Another way to obtain an Exotic Weapon is by heading to Heatwave Harbor and completing the Duck Race Minigame.
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