Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 1 launched with major map changes, alien zones, new mobility, and a loot pool that feels completely fresh. With so many players still figuring out which items are actually strong, we tested multiple setups to find the most reliable and dominating loadout for consistent wins in both Zero Build and Battle Royale.
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Here is the strongest performing loadout right now in Chapter 7 Season 1:
Deadeye Assault Rifle
Twin Hammer Shotguns
Arc-Lightning Gun
Shockwave Grenade
Shield Potion
Why We Chose This Loadout?
This setup covers every distance and gives you the perfect mix of damage, utility, and mobility.
Deadeye AR beams players from far.
ARC Lightning Gun pressures them when they try to push.
Twin Hammer Shotgun finishes off anyone that gets too close.
Shockwave Grenades give instant control of distance.
Shield Potion keeps you alive between fights.
This combination handles long-range, mid-range, close-range, mobility, and healing all at once.
Deadeye Assault Rifle
Information
- DPS: 122 - 132
- Reload Time: 2.75s
- Magazine size: 26
- Damage: 22-26
Your Mid to Long Range Beam Weapon
If you want precision in Chapter 7 Season 1, the Deadeye AR is the clear winner. It has a built-in red dot sight, low recoil, and performs extremely well even when jumping or shockwaving, thanks to the new ability to aim in mid-air.
Why is it so strong?
- The cleanest accuracy for 40 to 150 meters
- Works perfectly with shockwave-chasing
- Ideal for breaking shields and opening fights
- Best AR option for Zero Build this season
Start every fight with this weapon. Once you crack their shield, push with your mobility and finish with shotgun or lightning.
Twin Hammer Shotguns
Information
- DPS: 128 - 156
- Damage: 64 - 78
- Reload Time: 3.36 s
- Magazine Size: 10
The Twin Hammer Shotgun is the new spam shotty of Chapter 7. Many players think there is no real “fast shotgun” this season, but this weapon proves otherwise. It fires at an extremely fast rate and behaves almost like a full-auto shotgun.
Why it stays in the loadout?
- Full auto fire makes close-range fights very forgiving
- Highest close-range time-to-kill in Zero Build
- Perfect backup when your ARC Lightning Gun overheats
- Excellent for chasing weakened enemies
If anyone closes the distance, this weapon deletes them faster than any other shotgun in this season.
Arc-Lightning Gun
Information
- DPS: 90
- Damage: 9
- Cool Down Time: 3s
- Fire Rate: 10 (beam)
The ARC Lightning Gun delivers constant beam damage and chains lightning to nearby enemies. This gives you huge value in third-party fights, and it instantly deletes bushes, which is very important in Zero Build.
Why is this weapon meta?
- No reloads, just steady beam pressure
- Lightning arcs to any enemy close to your target
- Breaks bushes instantly, giving you free vision
- Great swap combo into the Twin Hammer Shotgun
Where to find it?
Look for alien zones on the map. These are mostly found around:
- Painted Palms
- Classified Canyon
- Battlewood Boulevard
These areas consistently spawn alien enemies and the ARC Lightning Gun early game.
Shockwave Grenade
Information
- Item Grade: Epic
- Structure Damage: 1000
- Max Stack: 6
Shockwave Grenades return in Chapter 7 Season 1 with a very high spawn rate, and they are currently the strongest mobility item in the game. You can use them to rotate, escape third parties, chase cracked players, or launch yourself into high ground instantly.
Why it’s better than Wingsuit?
Chapter 7 also introduced the new Wingsuit for long-distance travel, which is great for moving across the map. But when it comes to fast repositioning during fights, aggressive pushes, or last-zone survival, shockwave grenades completely outperform the Wingsuit. The instant launch gives you mobility that can win entire fights.
Use your Deadeye AR while flying mid-air to beam players trying to run. That new mechanic is extremely strong this season.
Shield Potion
Information
- Item Type: Consumable
- Use: Healing item
- Effects: 50% Shield
Shield is harder to find this season compared to previous ones. Always carry Minis or Big Pots, because they save you when a fight ends quickly.
How to play effectively with this Loadout?
To assemble this loadout efficiently, drop in:
- Painted Palms
- Classified Canyon
- Battlewood Boulevard
These areas often spawn ARC Lightning Guns and have enough loot to find a Deadeye AR and Twin Hammer quickly. After looting, rotate to the nearest vending machine and buy shields.
Step # 1 : Use Deadeye AR to open every fight
Break shields from a distance.
Step # 2 : Use Shockwaves to push enemies
Aim mid-air to track them while flying.
Step # 3 : Swap to ARC Lightning Gun when enemies get closer
Force them out of the bushes and cover.
Step # 4 : Finish with Twin Hammer Shotgun
When enemies get too close, then finish them off with the twin hammer.
Step # 5 : Heal safely after every fight
Never heal while being pressured. This season punishes that heavily.
Chapter 7 Season 1 is fast, chaotic, and packed with alien weapons and new mechanics. With this loadout, you will handle every type of fight and every rotation scenario with confidence. Whether you prefer Zero Build or classic Battle Royale, this combination is one of the most consistent and dominant setups you can run right now.
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