A new mode of zipping around is coming to Fortnite: Battle Royale along with a new LTM called Getaway.
Getaway is a mode in which squads must find a supply drop, snag a llama jewel, and reach a van with the jewel in tow. The limited time mode will be a part of the upcoming “High Stakes” event, which is coming to the game later this week along with a new customizable Wild Card outfit and a High Stakes Challenge.
Coming next week: The Getaway LTM! #Fortnite pic.twitter.com/oHQ0DGcowH
— Fortnite News (@FortniteBR) September 3, 2018
More excitingly, Fortnite is getting an all-new gizmo. The grappling gun is also going to be added to the game. It was seen in use at PAX West this past weekend. It shoots a plunger from the barrel of a gun, allowing players to fly from one structure to another with ease, just like in heist movies. From the preview clip, it looks like the grappling gun has a limited number of uses.
Coming soon to #Fortnite Battle Royale: The Grappler! pic.twitter.com/yyKzLNkKVf
— Fortnite News (@FortniteBR) September 3, 2018
Here's our first look at the new Grappler item in-game! #Fortnite
— Fortnite News (@FortniteBR) September 3, 2018
Source: https://t.co/eLAEyuX47g pic.twitter.com/zBR9gbyUND
The High Stakes event will likely drop into the game on Thursday, Sept. 6 in the v5.40 content update.