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Get ready to fly as Fortnite's V4.2 update brings Jetpacks and a shiny new mode

Well, sort of new but still shiny

Get ready to fly as Fortnite's V4.2 update brings Jetpacks and a shiny new mode

I know, I know. With the news that Fortnite's headed to Android this summer, and that it's got big plans for eSports, it's hardly surprising another update has dropped. This one's not huge, but it is quite exciting.

Firstly, version 1.4 is revisiting its limited-time Solid Gold mode. If you've played on PC or consoles, you'll probably have seen it at some point, but this time it's including the Heavy Shotgun and Legendary Burst Assault Rifle too. As the name suggests, every weapon is Legendary so you definitely have to watch your back with this one.

Aside from that, the game's bringing about a new item type - Backpacks - and Jetpacks are first up. We're not sure how long it'll be around for, mind you, since it's a limited-time item.

Jetpacks take up a slot in your inventory and you can only carry one at a time, so don't get greedy. These Legendary items are triggered by jumping in mid-air, have a limited duration, and do recharge when not in use.

I'll be interested to see just how much juice these things have in them. Too much and the game gets a little easier. Too little and there's not really a point in having them.

What do you guys think of this new addition? Let us know in the comments below.


Emily Sowden
Emily Sowden
Emily is Pocket Gamer's News Editor and writes about all kinds of game-related things. She needs coffee to function and begrudgingly loves her Switch more than she lets on.