Fortnite Test Grounds debuts with prototype maps and tactical upgrades
Fortnite has introduced Test Grounds, a new early-access mode that evolves from unranked Ballistic into a more experimental and community-driven experience. In this mode, players can explore prototype shell maps, stripped of environmental art to allow for faster iteration and layout adjustments based on player feedback.
Two new test locations kick off the launch: Hammer Fall, focused on tight corridors and close-quarters combat, and Storm Chaser Cove, encouraging strategic and creative gameplay. Alongside these maps, players can also try out new additions to their arsenal, including the Burst Assault Rifle, Sovereign Sniper, Fire Grenade, and the Overdrive gadget.
With Test Grounds, Fortnite empowers its community to influence the development of future battlegrounds, making every match a step toward shaping the game’s evolution.