Fortnite Players Call for Significant Overhaul of the Kneecapper

Fortnite players are calling on Epic Games to implement a cooldown feature for the Kneecapper’s charged attacks. As it stands, the weapon unleashes powerful strikes without any pause, and this has become a topic of heated debate among the community. In Chapter 6 Season 2, the theme of heists has taken center stage, but not all fans are thrilled with the game’s direction. Many feel underwhelmed by the vault loot and hope for more captivating content soon.

This season has reintroduced some controversial weapons such as Midas’ Drum Gun and Brutus’ Minigun. To get their hands on these items, players must venture into the backroom of a Black Market, accessible through an Outlaw Keycard. These keycards can be upgraded by completing various quests, ranging from breaking into vaults to spending gold. Though each mission has several layers, the uniformity in requirements means players can repeatedly tackle the same tasks to progress. Once they’ve completed the tasks, the backroom access is unlocked.

A Reddit user, Willie_Willikers, recently voiced their frustration over the Kneecapper’s lack of cooldown for charged strikes, sparking a discussion among fans. Many shared similar experiences of opponents spamming these attacks in confined areas, leading to difficult victories. Such tactics are seen as overpowered and in need of a balancing tweak.

Fans offered various solutions to improve the weapon’s gameplay, suggesting a reduction in movement speed when players are wielding a charged strike. Currently, the fast pace of those using the Kneecapper’s charge allows them to close in on targets swiftly, creating a challenging dynamic to counter. A player even recounted being launched by one hit, only to be struck again mid-air without a chance to fight back.

Recent leaks hint at new exotic weapons that could soon be added to Fortnite’s arsenal through the Black Market. Among them is the much-anticipated Rift Launcher, glimpsed originally in a teaser for Chapter 6 Season 2. This gun would give players the ability to create rifts strategically, either to boost their own mobility or disrupt opponents. With new content on the horizon and an ever-growing loot pool, the community remains hopeful about the game’s future.

As Fortnite continues to evolve, the anticipation for new gameplay elements keeps the community buzzing with excitement, eager for what Epic Games has in store next.