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, readily accessible via a new "instruments" option in the locker, has been met with enthusiastic player response.

Beyond the instrument additions, the update also boasts new cosmetics from the Godzilla collaboration, including outfits and accessories. This builds on 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 likened to Guitar Hero, featuring licensed music, instrument cosmetics, and recently added local co-op. The mode's popularity is further boosted by collaborations with major artists like Snoop Dogg, Metallica, and Lady Gaga.

The ability to equip instruments as both pickaxes and back blings is a surprising and welcome addition to the battle royale mode. Players can seamlessly switch between using the instrument as a pickaxe (disappearing from their back during use) and as a back bling. This update also includes a significant Hatsune Miku crossover, adding new outfits and instruments.

The streamlined access to the new instrument feature within the locker's updated sorting system ("instruments" option) is a significant improvement. Previously exclusive back bling and pickaxe instruments have also been updated for use within Fortnite Festival, enhancing player interaction. This long-requested feature has generated overwhelmingly positive community feedback.

Finally, the Godzilla collaboration delivers new cosmetic options, including pink and blue edit styles, along with unlockable accessories like wraps, harvesters, and gliders, earned through battle pass challenges. The wealth of new content in this update has clearly energized the Fortnite player base.