Fortnite Reload Weapons: Complete Guide

Fortnite Reload pulls weapons from across the game’s history and combines them with unusual Mythics, Exotics, and limited items. You get a fast-moving loot pool that feels different from standard Battle Royale, with a wider mix of returning favorites and experimental gear.

Recent updates have reshaped the mode, especially after the launch of Chapter 7. You now see reworked weapon rotations, new additions from the main Battle Royale pool, and the return of Morphite weapons. Because Epic adjusts Reload often and with little notice, you need to stay current to understand what you can find in matches right now.

Complete Fortnite Reload Weapon and Item Pool

Reload rotates weapons often, but you can expect a few core roles in every match. You will usually find a Pump-style shotgun, a reliable assault rifle, and mobility or explosive options to round out your loadout.

Compared to standard Battle Royale, Reload features a heavier mix of Mythic and Exotic weapons. You do not earn them through bosses or vaults. Instead, they appear randomly in chests, which keeps each match unpredictable.

At its base level, the mode centers on straightforward gunfights. The standard pool focuses on clean engagements, which fits competitive play and ongoing Reload events.

Below are the primary weapons currently available in regular loot:

• Tactical Pistol
• Hunting Rifle
• Rocket Launcher
• Revolver
• Spire Rifle
• Hand Cannon
• Bolt-Action Sniper Rifle
• Dual Micro SMGs
• Prime Shotgun
• Heavy Shotgun
• Morphite Tactical Shotgun
• Morphite Pump Shotgun
• Red-Eye Assault Rifle
• Combat Assault Rifle

These weapons form the backbone of most matches. You build your loadout around these staples before factoring in rarer drops.

Zero Build–Only Equipment

If you queue into Zero Build Reload, you gain access to utility items designed for cover and defense rather than construction.

• Port-A-Bunker
• Shield Bubble Jr.
• Big Bush Bomb

These items help you create temporary protection in open areas. You must rely on positioning and smart item use since you cannot build structures.

Shield-based cover and deployable protection often decide late-game fights in Zero Build. Carrying at least one defensive option gives you more flexibility during rotations.

Return of the Morphite Arsenal

Morphite weapons have re-entered the loot pool after a brief removal. You can once again upgrade these guns mid-match by dealing damage.

Each Morphite weapon increases in rarity as you land shots and eliminate opponents. The more pressure you apply, the stronger your weapon becomes. This mechanic rewards aggressive but controlled play.

Currently available Morphite options include:

• Morphite Tactical Shotgun
• Morphite Pump Shotgun

These weapons function similarly to evolving systems seen in earlier seasons, but they scale more reliably in real matches. When you maintain momentum, you can quickly turn a lower-tier weapon into a high-rarity version.

In competitive settings, Morphite guns allow you to snowball advantages. If you secure early eliminations, you upgrade your weapon without relying on chest luck. This mechanic adds a strategic layer to Reload without overwhelming the core gunplay.

Mythic and Exotic Weapon Selection

Reload includes a wide selection of Mythic and Exotic weapons, and you obtain them directly from chests. You do not need to defeat bosses or complete special objectives.

Drop rates remain low. Most chests still contain standard weapons, so you should not plan your strategy around finding a specific Mythic.

Current Mythic and Exotic options include:

Assault Rifles

• Brutus’ Minigun
• Highcard’s Havoc AR
• Midas’ Drum Gun
• Montague’s Nemesis AR
• Ocean’s Burst AR
• Sloane’s Striker AR
• Foundation’s Mythic MK
• Collateral Damage AR
• Enforcer AR
• Holotwister
• Striker AR
• Eradicator O.X.R. Rifle
• Eradicator Holotwister
• Heisted Explosive Red Dot AR
• Lawless Accelerant AR
• Lawless Trinity AR

Shotguns

• Enhanced Havoc Pump
• Sentinel Pump
• Outlaw Shotgun
• Kit’s Charge Shotgun
• Oscar’s Frenzy Shotgun
• Peter Griffin’s Mythic Shotgun
• Sweeper Shotgun
• Double Trouble Shotgun
• Heisted Accelerant Shotgun
• Heisted Breacher Shotgun
• Lawless Twinfire Shotgun
• The Dub
• Unstable Frost Fire Shotgun
• Unstable Yoink Shotgun

SMGs

• Enhanced Surgefire SMG
• Midas’ Gilded Drum Gun
• Thorne’s Scoped SMG
• Valeria’s Hyper SMG
• Eradicator Shadow Precision SMG
• Heisted Blink SMG
• Heisted Run N’ Gun SMG

Pistols and Sidearms

• Baron’s Double Down Pistol
• Enhanced Hand Cannon
• Enhanced Hyperburst Pistol
• Enhanced Wrecker Revolver
• Eradicator Marksman Wrecker Revolver
• Hop Rock Dualies
• Lawless Explosive Pistol
• Shadow Tracker
• Unstable Volt Pistol
• Conductor’s Hand Cannon

Snipers and Utility Weapons

• Lawless Heavy Sniper
• Lawless Stink Rifle
• Unstable Thunderclap DMR
• Ringmaster’s Crossbow
• Lawless Shockwave Launcher
• Kit’s Shockwave Launcher

Recent updates removed the Overclocked Pulse Rifle from this pool. Developers also adjusted selections to keep extreme outliers in check.

You can treat Mythics and Exotics as high-impact bonuses rather than guaranteed win conditions. Strong fundamentals still matter more than rare loot.

Competitive-Focused Adjustments to the Loot Pool

Reload now supports structured tournaments, including the Reload Elite Series. As competitive play advances, developers continue refining the weapon selection.

Earlier versions mixed competitive staples with novelty items. Recent updates lean toward balance and consistency, especially in high-stakes matches.

You can expect tighter tuning and possible reductions in overly chaotic weapons as finals approach. Competitive players demand stability, and the loot pool reflects that shift.

The result is a mode that keeps its identity while supporting serious tournament play.

All Fortnite Reload Weapons Ranked

You will not see Mythic or Exotic weapons listed here. These items appear inconsistently in standard matches, so you cannot reliably plan your loadout around them.

Top-Tier Picks

These weapons give you the strongest overall performance and reward mechanical skill, accuracy, and smart positioning.

• Assault Rifle – Reliable at medium range with steady damage output. You can pressure builds and players without overcommitting.
• Striker Pump – Delivers heavy burst damage in close fights. Strong aim lets you end fights quickly.
• Pump Shotgun – High damage per shot makes it a dependable finisher in tight spaces.
• Infantry Rifle – Excels at precise mid-to-long range shots. You benefit most when you control recoil and line up clean hits.
• Monarch Pistol – High accuracy and strong damage reward careful aim.
• Rocket Launcher – Forces movement and breaks structures, creating openings for pushes.

These weapons fit into nearly any loadout and stay effective across most engagements.

Strong Secondary Choices

These options perform well but depend more on playstyle, positioning, or specific scenarios.

• Enforcer AR
• Ranger Shotgun
• Twin Mag SMG
• Veiled Precision SMG
• Tactical Pistol
• Suppressed Pistol

You can build effective loadouts around these picks, especially if they match your preferred engagement range. Some excel in controlled fights, while others shine when you pressure opponents at close range.

Situational and Niche Options

These weapons remain usable but require more specific conditions or player preference to justify a slot.

• Hammer Assault Rifle
• Maven Auto Shotgun
• Harbinger SMG
• Hunting Rifle

You can still secure eliminations with these, but they often lose direct trades against higher-tier choices. Careful positioning and timing matter more when you carry them.