Fortnite Increases Isle of Doom Spawn Rate in Matches

Amid player backlash, Fortnite has increased the spawn rate for the Isle of Doom, introduced by Epic Games in Chapter 5 Season 4. However, there’s a catch.

The launch of Update 31.10 has unleashed Doom’s Chosen Mythic powers, which players can access by storming the Isle of Doom POI.

Notably, the Ultra Mythic abilities grant the wielder 500 health and 500 shield, unleashing overpowered attacks that are challenging to counter. Even a boss character’s health will quickly deplete when facing Doom’s Ultra Mythic.

Despite these powerful abilities, players were frustrated to discover that the Isle of Doom only had a 5 percent chance to spawn. Consequently, even the most dedicated Fortnite players have experienced dozens of matches without encountering the POI floating in the game.

These frustrations are changing as Epic Games has confirmed that the Isle of Doom’s spawn rate will increase from 5 percent to 12 percent. However, this boost will only be available for the weekend starting Friday, September 7.

For just a few days, Fortnite players will have a higher chance to explore the Isle of Doom and secure the coveted Victory von Doom.

Doctor Doom has returned to Fortnite Island for Chapter 5 Season 4, where he acts as the main villain in an exciting new Marvel storyline. His primary goal is to seize the power of Pandora’s Box, bringing him closer to his objectives. The specifics of his plans are still shrouded in mystery.

There’s plenty of time for players to uncover more details, as Season 4 will continue until November 2. It remains to be seen what changes Fortnite Island will undergo when Doom sets his plans into action.

In the meantime, Battle Pass owners can complete a series of Doom-specific quests to unlock the supervillain’s two armor skins, blade pickaxes, and additional rewards.