Fortnite version 8.51 patch notes

Posted on May 2, 2019 by Matt(@OnePunchMaz) in News, Switch eShop

Fortnite received a minor update today. Patch 8.51 adds a bit of new content, such as the new Shadow Bomb, among other things. Here are the full patch notes:

Weapons + Items

Shadow Bomb
- Shrouds yourself in shadow, briefly becoming invisible to enemies.
  - 6-second duration
  - User becomes more visible to others near the end of the effect.
  - Increases your movement speed, provides the ability to double jump, and wall jump.
    - Players are unable to attack, build, or loot while under the effects of the Shadow Bomb.
- Rarity: Uncommon
- Can hold a maximum of 6
- Can be found from Floor Loot, Chests, Supply Drops, and Supply Llamas.

Gameplay

Bug Fixes & Improvements

Sound effects for Jetpacks were occasionally playing much louder than they should be.

UI

Bug Fixes & Improvements

The Victory Royale UI animation was displaying for all players in Limited Time Modes with respawning enabled.

Creative

What’s New?

Diner Prefabs!
Grab a table for two, or the entire kitchen, with these delectable, new Diner prefabs.

Weapons + Items

Shadow Bomb
- Shrouds yourself in shadow, briefly becoming invisible to enemies.
- 6-second duration
- User becomes more visible to others near the end of the effect.
- Increases your movement speed, provides the ability to double jump, and wall jump.
  - Players are unable to attack, build, or loot while under the effects of the Shadow Bomb.

Prefabs

New Prefabs and Galleries based on Fortnite Battle Royale’s restaurants and diners.
- Durrr Burger Prefab
- Uncle Pete’s Pizza Pit Prefab
- SofDeez Ice Cream Shop Prefab
- 4 Diner Galleries

General

Social

Bug Fixes & Improvements

Any Suggested Friends could not be added to friends.

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