Fortnite Leak Uncovers Comeback of Classic Weapons for Epic Godzilla Battle

In the wake of Fortnite’s 33.20 update released on January 14, data miners have uncovered exciting news: the iconic Rail Gun and Recon Scanner are returning to the game. These classic weapons are expected to play a crucial role in aiding players during the impending conflict against Godzilla, which is set to dominate the island.

The epic showdown, titled “Godzilla vs Kong,”will unfold in a live in-game event on January 17. During this event, players who own the Battle Pass will also unlock the new Godzilla Evolved skin, along with two pages of exclusive cosmetic rewards for the current season.

As two titans arrive on the Battle Royale island, players will need formidable weaponry to contend with these colossal creatures. Trusted leaker HYPEX confirmed that the Recon Scanner and Rail Gun will be making their long-awaited return, providing players with the necessary tools to combat these threats.

BOTH THE RAIL GUN & RECON SCANNER RETURN SOON 🔥 pic.twitter.com/CMPYYeRtWd

— HYPEX (@HYPEX) January 14, 2025

Interestingly, while Chapter 6 Season 1 has focused on themes from the ancient Japanese Samurai era, the reintroduction of these weapons provides a stark contrast with their advanced technology. This will diversify the current weapons pool, which otherwise leans heavily on traditional melee options, such as the Kinetic Blade.

The Rail Gun and Recon Scanner were initially introduced in Chapter 2 Season 7 and quickly became fan-favorites due to their unique abilities in gameplay. Below, we provide a comprehensive overview of each weapon’s notable features, for both veterans and newcomers alike.

Rail Gun

The Rail Gun is a futuristic rifle known for its powerful charged shots, making it particularly effective against enemies hiding behind cover. Players can fire it with either a full or partial charge, and a red energy beam emitted from the weapon is visible to opponents.

Charging the weapon increases its damage output, while aiming down sights provides enhanced zoom capabilities and mitigates weapon sway. Notably, the Rail Gun delivers a small knockback effect to both players and vehicles. It also boasts impressive structural damage potential, dealing between 500 to 550 damage to buildings and can pierce through one, showing no damage falloff.

While the precise stats have yet to be officially confirmed in the current season, here are the statistics from the last time the Rail Gun graced Fortnite:

Weapon	DPS	Damage	Fire Rate	Magazine Size	Reload Time
Rail Gun	90	90	1	25	3s

Recon Scanner

The Recon Scanner differentiates itself by firing a reconnaissance bolt that identifies nearby enemies and treasure chests. Although it’s not primarily designed to inflict damage, it does deliver a minor amount of harm upon the projectile’s detonation after a 15-second scanning phase.

The full weapon stats have not been re-released, but here’s a recap of its performance based on prior appearances in Fortnite:

Weapon	DPS	Damage	Fire Rate	Magazine Size	Reload Time
Recon Scanner	15	5	3	2	20s

For a deeper look at this emerging development and visuals, you can visit the full article. Stay tuned for the thrilling events that the Godzilla and Kong crossover will unfold!