Fortnite is taking players on a trip down memory lane with the launch of Fortnite OG, a mode that resurrects the game as it was seven years ago. This nostalgic offering reintroduces the original map and the iconic weapon loot pool that fans first fell in love with.
Set to launch in December 2024, Fortnite OG will be a permanent fixture in the game, delighting fans with beloved locations and weapons from Chapter 1, Season 1. Meanwhile, old favorites will be rejuvenated with new skins offered in the dedicated Fortnite OG battle pass.
Here’s an overview of what players can anticipate with Fortnite OG, from the map to the weaponry, and everything about the OG Pass.
Returning to its 2017 roots, the Fortnite OG map mirrors how it originally appeared in “Season 1,” while making a couple of adjustments like Ziplines and Ascenders to cater to Zero Build players. You can check out the Fortnite OG map above along with a list of the returning points of interest below.
### Reinstated Weapons in Fortnite OG
The loot pool takes us back to the inaugural days of Fortnite Battle Royale, featuring the original set of traps and other gear that defined early gameplay. As the Fortnite OG season progresses, expect more unvaulted surprises to make their comeback.
Here’s a glimpse of the weaponry players can expect to see, quoted directly from the game’s developers, Epic Games.
Enter the Fortnite OG Pass, boasting 45 rewarding tiers that mix past favorites with some fresh twists. Classic characters like Skull Trooper, Renegade Raider, and Aerial Assault Trooper are returning with modern makeovers, reintroduced as Skull Commander, Renegade Rebel, and Aerial Assault Bomber. Each of these iconic outfits comes with an additional style, giving veterans and newcomers alike something exciting to strive for.
Players willing to dive into this nostalgic experience will have until January 31, 2025, at 2 a.m. EST to enjoy the Chapter 1 Season 1 OG Pass. This end date alludes to an upcoming Chapter 1 Season 2 OG Pass likely arriving soon afterwards, promising even more retro fun.
