Fortnite Ballistic's new map: Hammer Fall, weapon buffs & more

New map for FPS mode

The early access first shooter mode, Fortnite Ballistic, is finally getting a new map and fans are pretty excited about it. This mode was launched on December 11, 2024, with just Skyline 10. But now, a new map, ‘Hammer Fall’ is ready to enter the battlefield.

The new patch will bring a new map, weapon buff and some economy tweaks in the game. Let’s check out more details in this article.

It's the update FPS fans have been waiting for! Ballistic is dropping a new map soon (⚔️HAMMER FALL⚔️), plus lots of game improvements. Scope the deets: https://t.co/1GCPDgXrCb pic.twitter.com/qCGDGORf8z

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Hammer Fall joins Fortnite Ballistic

The new map is based on a medieval castle and is going to be released on April 8, 2025, with the v34.30 update.

The map’s towering spires and constricted pathways emphasize vertical warfare, providing “cozy cover, strategic angles, and sneaky corners,” according to Epic Games’ blog.

It begins as a “shell map”—fully playable but devoid of environmental flair—allowing developers to adjust the layout depending on player feedback before adding final art.

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v34.20 Weapon Buffs and Economy Shifts

• Hammer Pump Shotgun: Faster fire rate, beefier point-blank damage.
• Frenzy Auto Shotgun: Boosted close and mid-range damage.
• Thunder Burst SMG: Slight damage and fire rate upticks.
• Striker AR: Shorter damage falloff range.

Economy-wise:

• Reaper Sniper Rifle drops to 4,500 Credits (from 4,700).
• Striker AR and Nemesis AR climb to 2,700 Credits (from 2,500).
• Drum Gun dips to 3,200 Credits (from 3,500)

These changes and updates are surely going to improve Fortnite Ballistic to give good competition to Counter-Strike and Valorant.

At the same time, Epic Games is listening to fans’ demands and feedback related to Fortnite Ballistic. Additional maps, weaponry, gadgets, and anti-AFK tools. New pistols and gadgets, including a teased Fire Grenade from @Loolo_WRLD, are “top priorities” and expected soon.

There are also some talks about the surrender feature, along with some upgrades to HUD. Bugs will also be fixed and the feel for FPS will be more enhanced. After three months on Skyline 10, Hammer Fall, which premieres on April 8, has the potential to revive Ballistic’s zeal. With Fortnite OG Season 3 releasing today, March 26, Epic is juggling hype across modes.

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