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Volpedia/Games/Fortnite/Weapons/Explosive Weapons
FORTNITE / WEAPONS

Explosive Weapons

Area-damage weapons and throwables with a strong positional effect.

Volpedia editorial referenceReviewed 2026-10-27Short reference · noindex
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Practical advice: Use cover before committing to a blast and check teammates’ position.
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Overview

Area-damage weapons and throwables with a strong positional effect.

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How it works

Specific explosive items, environmental damage and self-damage rules vary by playlist.

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Practical advice

Use cover before committing to a blast and check teammates’ position.

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Mistakes to avoid

Exposing yourself to the same explosion or losing cover during the wind-up.

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