Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 1: Headshot Damage Breakdown for Every Weapon
The return of hitscan in Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 1 makes precise headshots crucial. This guide details the headshot damage for every weapon, helping you choose the optimal loadout for a Victory Royale. Remember that damage varies by weapon type and rarity.
Assault Rifles
The following table summarizes the headshot damage for each Assault Rifle:
| Weapon | Common | Uncommon | Rare | Epic | Legendary | Mythic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holo Twister Assault Rifle | 42 | 44 | 47 | 50 | 51 | 54 |
| Fury Assault Rifle | 33 | 35 | 36 | 38 | 39 | 42 |
| Ranger Assault Rifle | 46 | 48 | 51 | 54 | 56 | 58 |
- Holo Twister: Low recoil and scope make it excellent for consistent headshots.
- Fury: High fire rate ideal for close to medium range, but lower damage and recoil can be challenging.
- Ranger: Highest headshot damage, but lacks a scope and has significant recoil.
Shotguns
Headshot damage statistics for shotguns:
| Weapon | Common | Uncommon | Rare | Epic | Legendary | Mythic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oni Shotgun | 105 | 110 | 110 | 115 | 120 | 135 |
| Twinfire Auto Shotgun | 100 | 105 | 110 | 115 | 120 | 125 |
| Sentinel Pump Shotgun | 162 | 172 | 180 | 189 | 195 | 200 |
- Oni: High damage, but limited to two shots.
- Twinfire Auto: High ammo capacity and fire rate, comparable headshot damage to the Oni.
- Sentinel Pump: Highest damage potential, potentially one-shotting with a headshot at Legendary rarity, but very slow fire rate.
SMGs
Headshot damage for SMGs:
| Weapon | Common | Uncommon | Rare | Epic | Legendary | Mythic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Surgefire SMG | 17 | 18 | 20 | 21 | 23 | 24 |
| Veiled Precision SMG | 26 | 28 | 30 | 32 | 33 | 35 |
- Surgefire: Faster fire rate with sustained trigger pull, but high recoil.
- Veiled Precision: High damage output and manageable recoil, aided by its scope.
Pistols
Headshot damage for Pistols:
| Weapon | Common | Uncommon | Rare | Epic | Legendary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suppressed Pistol | 46 | 50 | 52 | 54 | 58 |
| Lock On Pistol | 31 |
- Suppressed Pistol: Decent starting weapon, but damage drops off at range. | Lock On Pistol: Unique lock-on mechanic, but inconsistent headshot accuracy.
Sniper Rifles
Headshot damage for Sniper Rifles:
| Weapon | Rare | Epic | Legendary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hunting Rifle | 227 | 240 | 250 |
- Hunting Rifle: High potential for one-shot kills with headshots.
Headshot Multipliers
| Weapon | Headshot Multiplier |
|---|---|
| Holo Twister AR | 1.5x |
| Fury AR | 1.5x |
| Ranger AR | 1.5x |
| Oni Shotgun | 1.6x |
| Twinfire Auto SG | 1.55x |
| Sentinel Pump SG | 1.75x |
| Surgefire SMG | 1.5x |
| Veiled Precision SMG | 1.75x |
| Suppressed Pistol | 2x |
| Lock On Pistol | 1.25x |
| Hunting Rifle | 2.5x |
This data should significantly improve your aiming and weapon selection in Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 1. Remember to practice and adapt your strategy based on your play style and the situation.
