Fortnite Adds a Highly Requested Feature

Fortnite's Chapter 6 Season 1 update introduces a highly anticipated feature: using Fortnite Festival instruments as pickaxes and back blings! This addition, accessible via a new "instruments" option in the locker, has been met with enthusiastic player response.

Beyond the musical instrument cosmetics, the update also boasts new content from the Godzilla collaboration, including outfits and accessories. This builds upon December 2024's additions of Ballistic, LEGO Fortnite: Brick Life, and Fortnite OG modes.

Fortnite Festival itself continues to expand, offering a unique gameplay experience reminiscent of Guitar Hero. Players can purchase licensed music and instrument cosmetics from the Item Shop. Recent additions include local co-op and collaborations with artists like Snoop Dogg, Metallica, and Lady Gaga, further enriching the Festival mode.

The ability to equip instruments as both pickaxes and back blings is a surprising and welcome addition to the battle royale mode. Instruments seamlessly transition between these roles; disappearing when used as a pickaxe and reappearing upon weapon or item selection. This update also features a Hatsune Miku crossover, introducing new outfits and instruments.

The streamlined access to these instrument cosmetics through the locker's new "instruments" filter enhances usability. Previously back bling-only instruments have been updated for use within Fortnite Festival, providing players with expanded interaction options. This long-requested feature has generated overwhelmingly positive feedback from the community.

The Godzilla collaboration further enhances the update, offering players pink and blue edit styles for Godzilla cosmetics. Battle pass challenges unlock additional accessories, including wraps, harvesters, and gliders. The abundance of new content has generated significant excitement among Fortnite players.