Fortnite’s arsenal of weapons has always been massive and ever-changing. As new seasons drop and old ones retire, certain weapons come and go — especially those in the explosive category. These unique tools of destruction are known for their splash damage, ability to level enemy structures, and their potential to cause complete mayhem on the battlefield.
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If you’ve been wondering what explosive weapons are currently in the game (or have ever existed in Fortnite), here’s a comprehensive and updated guide.
What Are Explosive Weapons in Fortnite?
Before diving in, it’s important to clarify what counts as an explosive weapon. These are launchers or firearms that fire explosive projectiles, causing area-of-effect (AoE) damage. This category excludes throwables like grenades, Clingers, or dynamite, which are items, not weapons.
Full List of Explosive Weapons in Fortnite
Here’s the definitive list of explosive guns and launchers in Fortnite, along with their rarity tiers:
| Weapon Name | Rarity |
|---|---|
| Rocket Launcher | Common to Legendary |
| Burst Quad Launcher | Transcendent |
| Proximity Grenade Launcher | Epic, Legendary |
| Grenade Launcher | Rare to Legendary |
| Quad Launcher | Epic, Legendary |
| Pumpkin Launcher | Uncommon to Legendary |
| Snowball Launcher | Uncommon to Legendary |
| The Big Chill | Exotic |
| Explosive Batarang | Mythic |
| Egg Launcher | Uncommon to Legendary |
| Cuddle Fish | Rare |
| Alien Knockgun Launcher | Legendary |
| Guided Missile | Epic, Legendary |
| Paper Bomb Kunai | Mythic |
| Anvil Rocket Launcher | Rare to Legendary |
| Ripsaw Launcher | Rare |
| Explosive Goo Gun | Rare |
| Sticky Grenade Launcher | Epic to Legendary |
Note: As of Chapter 6 Season 3, there are no explosive weapons currently available in the main Battle Royale loot pool. However, some weapons return periodically through special events or Fortnite OG modes, which bring back classics like the Rocket Launcher and Grenade Launcher.
Other Items with Explosive Effects
Not all items are classified as explosive weapons, but they do deal explosive damage. These include a mix of throwables and traps:
- Boom Bow
- TNTina's Ka-Boom Bow
- Ringmaster's Boom Bolt
- Boom Billy
- Unstable Bounce Grenade
- Mechanical Explosive Bow
- Grenades
- Clingers
- Dynamite
- Bottle Rockets
- Remote Explosives (C4)
- Boom Box
These items, while not traditional weapons, can be just as impactful in combat, offering tactical flexibility and destruction during fights or defense.
Will Explosive Weapons Return?
Fortnite frequently vaults and unvaults weapons as part of seasonal updates or themed events. While explosive weapons are currently not available in the standard playlist, they could reappear in future updates, LTM modes, or special collaborations.
Stay updated with patch notes and Epic Games announcements to know when your favorite explosive weapon might return.
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