The build mode was the only mode when fortnite was launched in the year 2017. It was pretty new to everyone so players were eager to master building mechanics. Today, Fortnite offers additional modes like No Build, for players who just want a straightforward match without the hassle of mastering the building structures. However, to compete in the build mode you still need a solid loadout that would help you boost your performance in this mode and give you an edge over the competition.
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As an avid fortnite players since its launch, we have tested various combinations of weapons and items for this mode and have selected the best loadout.
The best loadout for the build mode in Fortnite chapter 5 season 4 is:
Striker Burst Rifle
Gatkeeper shotgun
Shockwave grenade
Chug Splash
War Machine's Hover Jet
This loadout is still one of our favourites this season, so keep reading to learn the best strategies for dominating it. However, since the new update has gone live, we’ve crafted a brand-new updated Loadout as well. Be sure to check that out after this!
Why is this the best loadout in Build mode?
The combination of the weapons and items in this loadout provides a balanced mix of offense, defense, and mobility. Read till the end to know why this loadout stands out and learn how to maximize your gameplay with it.
Striker Burst Rifle
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- DPS: 139-168
- Reload Time: 2.64s
- Magazine size: 20
- Damage: 29-35
This Assault weapon which was introduced in the Chapter 5 season 4, is a fully automatic rifle with low recoil and has headshot multiplier of 1.5x. It features a 2-round burst, dealing up to 35 damage depending on its rarity. It’s a crucial addition to this loadout, offering excellent long-range combat capabilities.
Gatkeeper shotgun
Information
- DPS: 129-156
- Reload Time: 2.75s
- Magazine size: 3
- Damage: 126-138
One of the effective shotguns in Fortnite Chapter 5 to keep for a close-combat, it fires a spread of 10 pellets whether aiming down sights or hip firing.
Tip: For a more precise shot with a Gatekeeper shotgun, aiming down sights is the best approach.
Shockwave grenade
Information
- Item Grade: Epic
- Use: Launch a player
- Max Stack: 6
A must-have item in the Build mode for quick mobility. shockwave grenade deals no damage to the player but it gives around 10k damage to the structure if a player is launched through them. Anyone within the blast radius will be blasted a long distance whether it’s the player himself or the enemy. We’ll let you know how to play effectively with this item at the end.
Chug Splash
Information
- Item Grade: Rare
- HP Boost: +20 HP
- Max Stack: 6
This item instantly applies health and shield to all the players who are in the splash range. You can carry upto six of them. Chug splash can be also used to heal knocked players, extending the period of which a player is knocked for.
War Machine's Hover Jet
Information
- Item Grade: Epic
- Fuel: 100
- Max Stack: 1
Without this item, you’ll definitely feel like something is missing, as it’s the most important tool for movement right now. While using the war machine’s hover jet and the fuel runs out, you will not take any damage even from falls as high as three walls. Additionally, you can use weapons and items while hovering and moving around.
The Best Strategy to Play with This Loadout
Follow and practice these steps to master this loadout:
Step # 1 : Start Strong: Land in Key Locations
Land in key locations where you will definitely find Avenger’s chest, such as “The Underworld” and “The Raft” etc. So that you can acquire the War machine’s hover jet, which is a must for mobility in this season.
Step # 2 : Gear Up: Prioritize Rare Weapons
Then focus on acquiring the rarest of the guns that are recommended in this loadout to maximize your firepower.
Step # 3 : Long-Range Precision: Use the Striker Burst Rifle
Use the striker burst rifle for long to mid-range and get a good scope from the bunker if possible, to improve your aim and increase your chances of landing headshots.
Step # 4 : Close the Gap: Utilize the Shockwave Grenade
If you are in combat with the enemies and manage to reduce their health but they begin building to protect themselves and to regenerate health, use the “shockwave grenade” to launch yourself flying to thier location and land behind thier structure where they haven’t yet fortified, and finish them off with the “Gatekeeper shotgun”.
Step # 5 : Heal After Battle
Use the chugsplash afterward to replenish your health and shield.
So this carefully selected combination of weapons and items like the Striker Burst Rifle, Gatekeeper Shotgun, and Shockwave Grenade ensures you have the offensive power, mobility, and healing needed to outplay your opponents.
Master these strategies and you will have an upper hand on your opponents in the build mode in no time. If you’re looking for a loadout that works across any Fortnite mode, whether it’s Build or No-Build, we’ve got you covered with the best overall loadout.
