A unique development pertaining to the LEGO Fortnite game mode involves unexpected updates from Epic Games, left out of its v28.20 official patch notes. Key highlights of these undisclosed modifications include a Fridge Chest and an enhanced method to obtain Brightcore.
Throughout the existence of the Fortnite's LEGO mode, the player community has repeatedly voiced demands for the inclusion of new content. These calls have led to significant updates, paving the way for an evolving game experience.
With the implementation of v28.10, the inaugural major update, the game experienced significant enhancement, particularly regarding building dynamics. This enhancement was accompanied by bug resolution and the introduction of the Launch Pads as a new toy to amplify the building play.
A follow-up tweak soon came along with v28.20 in February 2024. This round of changes brought a bounty of alterations, but the Hunting Dagger weapon was perhaps the most welcomed addition by avid players.
Despite these announced modifications, observant players discovered additional alterations that were missing from the official documentation. The full range of these overlooked changes have been summarized by a lead player, giving us a comprehensive overview of all the tweaks in this update.
Unveiling Neglected Changes in the v28.20 Patch
Distinguished player, simply known as 'blenderwolf', shed light on these discoveries on a LEGO Fortnite discussion platform. He pointed out that these changes were specifically found in the game's Survival version.
This synopsis of updates allows us to better understand the undivulged amendments from the v28.20 LEGO Fortnite patch notes. Here are the key highlights:
Enemies Evolution
Skeletons, constituting a chunk of the adversaries found in the Dry Valley and Frostland biomes’ caves, now drop Brightcore following their defeat. The players have reported that these skeletons sporadically drop Rough Copper, Iron, Ruby, Amber, and even Obsidian.
Item-related Innovations
A significant addition to the items list is the Fridge, now listed as a Chest Building Part that can be utilized. Additionally, Poo has undergone a visual transformation, enhancing its visibility and ease of locating.
Modification in Weaponry
The weaponry has also experienced noticeable shifts. Players can now craft the Rare Copper Sword with just 8 Copper Bars instead of the original 12. Similarly, the Epic Iron Sword now requires only 8 Iron Bars as compared to the previous 12 needed.
In the defense department, crafting the Rare Copper Shield now only requires 10 Copper Bars instead of 15, and crafting the Epic Iron Shield is now more accessible with a reduction from 25 Iron Bars to just 15.
UI Overhaul
The User Interface (UI) has also seen considerable evolution. Auto-run now remains operational while viewing the map or inventory. Stamina regeneration timings now encompass a rating system using Roman numerals (I, II, III, IV, V) to discern the rate of regeneration.
Other tweaks include changes to the crafting benches which are now organized by type and rarity, and the inclusion of icons on companions on the map, exhibiting their current direction.
Players can expect continuous modification with more discoveries being unraveled. These overlooked changes present a deeper understanding of the intricate updates progressively enhancing the gameplay.