Ghostly Gear: Unlock the Power of Boom Billy in Fortnite
In Celebration of Halloween, Epic Unveils a Sinister Crossover with Billy the Puppet
As the spookiest time of the year approaches, Epic Games has unleashed a chilling crossover between Fortnite and the notorious antagonist Billy the Puppet, inspired by the popular horror film franchise. Billy the Puppet’s iconic appearance and makeup can now be purchased from the in-game store, and he’s been added as a 5th Chapter, Season 4 NPC, with Boom Billy, a new and terrifying weapon, obtainable on the island.
New and Menacing Items in the Item Pool
Fortnite’s latest limited-time event, Pumpkin Rush, has brought back an array of eerie items to the loot pool. The Wood Stake Shotgun, Pumpkin Launcher, and Wicked Broom are now back in the vault, and Billy the Puppet’s Boom Billy functions similarly to a grenade, but with improved accuracy.
Join the Fight with Boom Billy
Billy the Puppet’s latest incarnation, Boom Billy, is an all-new rare explosive item that can be obtained by defeating him, either by searching for him in the area or by completing the Jigsaw Puzzle Challenge at the Jorgeson Station. When used, it summons a miniature version of Billy the Puppet riding a unicycle, which then seeks out and attacks nearby enemies, dealing 75 damage.
Billy’s Splash Damage: A Cautionary Tale
It’s important to note that Boom Billy has splash damage, so getting too close to the blast radius can result in being caught in the blast. Additionally, only two Boom Billy can be thrown at a time.
Quest Completion Bonus: Unlocked with 150 Damage
Boom Billy is not only a unique and powerful weapon but also a key component of the Fortnite’s latest questline. Defeating 150 opponents with Boom Billy will reward players with 20,000 XP, completing a specific quest requirement.