Fortnite: How to Get the Rail Gun

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• Rail Gun Stats in Fortnite

Making a comeback from Chapter 2 Season 7, the Rail Gun returns in Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 1, albeit with slightly reduced damage. Despite the nerfs, it remains a potent weapon for securing victory.

While not excessively rare, its acquisition relies on chance rather than NPC vendors. This guide details how to obtain the Rail Gun and provides a comparison of its stats across rarities.

How to Get the Rail Gun in Fortnite

Available in Epic and Legendary rarities, the Rail Gun isn't sold by NPCs. Your best bet is to search chests and floor loot. The abundance of loot sources in Chapter 6 Season 1, such as Magic Mosses' loot caves and Nightshift Forest's hidden vaults, increases your chances.

Essentially, obtaining a Rail Gun is a matter of luck with chest drops, but the sheer number of chests available makes it a viable strategy.

Rail Gun Stats in Fortnite

• A high-tech rifle; charge it up to aim and fire a single powerful shot, ideal for eliminating enemies behind cover.

The Rail Gun requires approximately a 3-second charge time (holding the fire button), with an additional 3-second hold before automatic firing. Accuracy is challenging due to the inability to cancel a charging shot and the constant movement of opponents.

Despite impressive structure and headshot damage, its accuracy issues and slow firing rate mean that a reliable Hunting Rifle with Heavy Bullets might be a more consistent choice. However, its unique gameplay makes it worth experimenting with.