What’s in Store for Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 4?

Launched on August 7, 2025, Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 4 is shaping up to be one of the wildest seasons yet. Titled Shock 'N Awesome, it throws the island into a completely new setting: an invasion of giant insects that radically transforms the map, gameplay, and overall Battle Royale atmosphere.

Five major new locations have been added: The Hive, the heart of the infestation; Swarmy Stash; O.X.R. HQ; Ranger's Ruin; and Demon’s Debris. In exchange, several iconic areas have disappeared, making way for a reimagined battleground. Parts of the map are now overrun with colossal nests or hidden secret labs, each filled with brand-new threats to overcome.

Three types of insects are shaking up matches. Swarmers are fast and fragile but extremely numerous, capable of overwhelming a player in seconds. Bombers lurk near nests, ambushing careless opponents. And then there are the Queens—formidable foes guarding every major nest. Defeating them rewards players with unique Mythic loot: special weapons or medallions granting new abilities like double jump, increased speed, or immunity to fall damage.

To fight back, the arsenal gets some wild additions: the explosive plasma Bug Blaster, the Roly Poly for bouncing ball movement, the Leadspitter 3000 Minigun, Sweeper Shotgun, O.X.R. Rifle, Swarmstrike Rocket Launcher, and even the Power Rangers’ Blade Blaster, arriving later in the season. The new O.X.R. Rank system also lets players gradually unlock Exotic and Mythic weapons based on in-game performance.

The Battle Pass features high-profile collaborations. The Power Rangers join the fray, including Tommy Oliver and a secret Megazord skin, alongside Halo Spartans and brand-new heroes created for this epic fight. The mix brings a zany tone to the season, blending retro references with sci-fi inspiration.

From quirky gadgets like a controllable parasite or temporary insect transformations, to ability bonuses tied to in-game achievements, and massive boss battles, this season promises a completely shaken-up meta. Streamers and content creators are already diving in, crafting inventive new strategies for this chaotic, action-packed season.