The Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 2 patch notes contain a wealth of changes to multiple areas of the game ranging from the battle royale to Lego Fortnite.
A brand-new Fortnite season gives Epic Games the perfect opportunity to address any frustrating issues and introduce plenty of new content through the battle pass and a new selection of quests that contain plenty of unique rewards.
Before we take a closer look at the Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 2 patch notes., check out our guides showcasing the best burst-fire weapons and the best XP map codes.
Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 2 patch notes
New POIs
Chapter 5 Season 2 sees four new points of interest (POIs) arrive onto the battle royale map. Here's a full list of the new locations:
- Mount Olympus
- Grim Gate
- The Underworld
- Brawler's Battleground
Weapons and items
The Chapter 5 Season 2 patch notes contain a wealth of information surrounding new weapons joining the ever-expanding arsenal. Whether it's close-quarters or long-distance, there are new weapons for everyone to master:
- Gatekeeper Shotgun
- Harbinger SMG
- Huntress DMR
- Warforged Assault Rifle
Each of the four weapons has a Mythic variant which players can earn by defeating the boss each weapon belongs to. Alongside the new guns, there are some weaponry inspired by the Greek Mythology theme:
- Thunderbolt of Zeus
- Wings of Icarus
- Chains of Hades
Returning weapons
In addition to the new weapons arriving, Epic Games is bringing back some old weapons to spice up the meta even further:
- Hammer Pump Shotgun
- Frenzy Auto Shotgun
- Nemesis AR
- Thunder Burst SMG
- Reaper Sniper Rifle
- Ranger Pistol
Weapon mods
As with every new season since Chapter 5 Season 1, Weapon Mods have added a further layer of gameplay to Fortnite. Chapter 5 Season 2 sees the arrival of the Thermal Scope and Speedgrip which have the potential to provide some game-changing advantages.
Lego Fortnite building kits
It's not just the battle royale that's receiving changes in Chapter 5 Season 2. Lego Fortnite is introducing building kits for players to purchase.
The building kits cost 1800 V-Bucks and higher and grant players lifetime access to that particular bundle. Epic Games has also announced plans to introduce free building kits in the not-too-distant future.
There you have it, that's everything there is to know about the Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 2 patch notes. For more, check out the best shotguns to use in close-quarters battles.