Want to know how to identify Fortnite hot spots on the map? Then this guide is exactly what you need.
The battle royale has plenty of ways to incentivise players to engage in combat, and one of the most interesting ones is hot spots. With the most recent batch of Chapter 5 Season 1 weekly quests, those looking to get 15k XP to complete the battle pass will have to travel to a Fortnite hot spot and collect rare weapons.
So, let's explain what are Fortnite hot spots and how to find them on the map. If you're looking for more content, check out how to get Flowberry Fizz.
Fortnite hot spots explained
As the name implies, hot spots in Fortnite are named landmarks with extra loot for players to find. They also feature drones that you can shoot to get even more gear.
Naturally, trying to land in a coveted spot like this will probably see you have to fight your way through a few enemies, so be prepared to pick up any weapons you can get as fast as possible.
Where to find Fortnite hot spots
Hot spots don't have a designated place in the Fortnite map as they change with every match you play. That doesn't mean there isn't a way to find out where they are before you jump out of the battle bus.
Hot spots are marked with a special text on your map. They'll be highlighted in yellow, as seen below:
Once you've located the Fortnite hot spots in your current match, get ready to be fast and slick with your looting if you want to avoid getting caught empty-handed by the hoard of players looking to land in those same locations.
And that's all you need to know about hot spots in Fortnite. Now that you know about them, why not check out news of possible new collaborations that might be coming to the battle royale, including Devil May Cry and James Cameron's Avatar.