Previously vaulted in Season 2, the Ranger Shotgun has made its return to Fortnite Chapter 3 Season 4, including all its rarities from Common to Legendary. Similar to a real-life shotgun equipped with slug ammo, the Ranger Shotgun is a single shot longe-range weapon capable of dealing massive damage at a distance of up to 10 meters. Due to its limited magazine size, firing accurate shots is essential, as the second-long reload time can leave its user vulnerable to gunfire. Nevertheless, this weapon is extremely formidable in the hands of those with a skilled aim. Continue reading to learn how to get the Ranger Shotgun in Fortnite Chapter 3 Season 4.
Finding The Ranger Shotgun In Fortnite Chapter 3 Season 4
To get the Ranger Shotgun in Fortnite Chapter 3 Season 4, players must randomly stumble upon the weapon as loot. Loot sources include Chests, Floor Loot, Supply Drops, and Fishing. Bear in mind that the rarity of the gun will differ depending on how fans found the shotgun. For instance, Floor Loot will only spawn up to Rare Ranger Shotguns.
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Since there is no guarantee of encountering the Ranger Shotgun in Fortnite, players are encouraged to play matches normally until they find one. However, Sportskeeda suggests that opening Chests and Rare Chests is the most optimal method of obtaining this weapon. Rare Chests, in particular, have a chance of spawning the gun’s Epic or Legendary variant, which is the most powerful of its rarities. Fishing at a Fishing Hole is also a source of Legendaries, but this method leaves players highly vulnerable to other combatants.
To get the most DPS out of the Ranger Shotgun, fans are recommended to fire at an opponent’s chest or abdomen instead of their head. The damage multiplier for landing spread shots on the head is not worth the extra effort of aiming. Furthermore, having a secondary automatic is essential if the initial shot is missed when attempting to ambush an enemy. Likewise, the Ranger Shotgun serves as a better side weapon used to finish the remaining HP of close-range targets instead of a primary gun that’s always equipped.
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Source: Sportskeeda