Did the Hammer Get Vaulted?
The Fortnite Shockwave Hammer has officially been disabled and vaulted in Chapter 4 Season 1, due to its overpowered nature and the multiple glitches associated with it. This decision was made by Epic Games to address the concerns of the Fortnite community and maintain a balanced gaming experience.
Introduction to the Shockwave Hammer
The Shockwave Hammer was a melee weapon introduced in Fortnite Chapter 4 Season 1, which created a shockwave effect when used, capable of launching players across the map, and also allowed players to move quickly by holding down the left trigger.
The Vaulting of the Shockwave Hammer
The vaulting of the Shockwave Hammer was a result of its op nature, which made it nearly unstoppable when combined with its infinite charges glitch. Epic Games took this step to calm down the uproar created by the Fortnite community, who were unhappy with the exploits associated with the Shockwave Hammer.
FAQs
General Questions
- What is the Shockwave Hammer?: The Shockwave Hammer is a melee weapon in Fortnite that creates a shockwave effect when used, capable of launching players across the map.
- Is the Shockwave Hammer still available in Fortnite?: No, the Shockwave Hammer has been disabled and vaulted in Chapter 4 Season 1.
- Why was the Shockwave Hammer vaulted?: The Shockwave Hammer was vaulted due to its overpowered nature and the multiple glitches associated with it.
Glitches and Exploits
- Were there any glitches associated with the Shockwave Hammer?: Yes, there were multiple glitches associated with the Shockwave Hammer, including an infinite charges glitch.
- How did the glitches affect the game?: The glitches made the Shockwave Hammer nearly unstoppable, giving players an unfair advantage.
- Did Epic Games fix the glitches?: Epic Games has fixed some of the glitches, but the infinite charges glitch was still active before the Shockwave Hammer was vaulted.
Movement and Combat
- How does the Shockwave Hammer aid in movement?: The Shockwave Hammer allows players to move quickly by holding down the left trigger, making it useful for movement and combat.
- Is the Shockwave Hammer good for combat?: Yes, the Shockwave Hammer is effective in combat, dealing a solid amount of damage per hit and capable of launching opponents across the map.
Availability and Purchase
- Where can I find the Shockwave Hammer?: The Fortnite Shockwave Hammer can be found in any chest or loot dispenser, or on the ground.
- Can I buy the Shockwave Hammer?: No, the Shockwave Hammer is not available for purchase, but it can be found in loot chests or on the ground.
Other Weapons and Items
- What is the Gravity Hammer?: The Gravity Hammer is an Epic rarity item that costs 800 V-Bucks, introduced in Season 5, Chapter 2.
- What is the Axehammer?: The Axehammer is an Uncommon Pickaxe that can be unlocked by upgrading your pickaxe to Tier 7 in Fortnite: Save the World.
- Was the Chug Cannon vaulted?: Yes, the Chug Cannon was vaulted in Chapter 4: Season 3.
Game Modes and Events
- Is the Shockwave Hammer available in arena mode?: Yes, the Shockwave Hammer is available in arena mode, where up to 20 players battle it out with Shockwave Hammers.
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