Fortnite: Chapter 6, Season 1 — Hunters (2024–2025) Review
Run! It’s Godzilla!
Let’s Start by Showing Y’all the Trailers, Shall We?
Before we begin, I highly recommend checking out the official Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 1: Hunters trailer, Battle Pass trailer, and the absolutely ridiculous Godzilla crossover trailer.
Because ladies and gentlemen, I genuinely don’t know how Epic Games managed to pull this off.
We had an entire Japanese-inspired island.
Samurai.
Demons.
Supernatural masks.
Magical creatures.
Baymax from Big Hero 6.
And then, apparently, somebody at Epic Games decided…
YOU KNOW WHAT THIS SEASON NEEDS!?
GODZILLA!
YES!
THE ACTUAL GODZILLA!
AND KING KONG!
Because apparently an island filled with demons and supernatural warriors wasn’t dangerous enough.
NOW WE NEEDED TWO ENORMOUS MONSTERS!
And honestly?
I ABSOLUTELY LOVE IT!
Non-Spoiler Season Overview
Well, ladies and gentlemen, we’re continuing our retrospective of Fortnite’s most memorable seasons.
And this time, we’re discussing Chapter 6, Season 1.
HUNTERS!
Now, I have to admit something.
When Epic Games first revealed this season, I was immediately impressed by the setting.
Because instead of introducing another conventional Fortnite island, the developers decided to create an enormous environment inspired by Japanese culture and mythology.
And honestly?
IT LOOKED GORGEOUS!
We had enormous mountains.
Cherry blossom forests.
Traditional Japanese architecture.
Modern cities.
Ancient temples.
And supernatural creatures wandering around the island.
And I thought this was a fantastic direction.
Because Fortnite has always been at its best when the developers introduce environments that feel completely different from previous seasons.
And Hunters certainly accomplished that.
But what made this season particularly entertaining was how much the developers incorporated Japanese mythology into the gameplay.
We had Oni Masks.
Magical Boons.
Powerful demon bosses.
And an absolutely fantastic sword known as the Typhoon Blade.
And honestly, I thought these were excellent additions.
But then January arrived.
And Epic Games decided to introduce one of the most ridiculous crossover events in Fortnite history.
GODZILLA!
And ladies and gentlemen, we absolutely NEED to discuss that.
But first, let’s talk about the season itself.
The Map — WELCOME TO JAPAN!
Now, ladies and gentlemen, let’s discuss one of my favorite aspects of Hunters.
THE MAP!
Because honestly, I think Chapter 6 introduced one of the most beautiful islands Fortnite has ever created.
The Japanese-inspired environments were absolutely spectacular.
And I appreciated how much variety the developers incorporated.
Seaport City
Starting things off, we have Seaport City.
And honestly, I thought this was one of the coolest locations introduced during the season.
Because rather than simply recreating traditional Japanese architecture, the developers incorporated a modern urban environment.
We had enormous buildings.
Bright signs.
Busy streets.
And plenty of opportunities for combat.
And I appreciated that.
Because it helped balance the island’s more traditional locations.
Nightshift Forest
Another fantastic location was Nightshift Forest.
And honestly, I loved the atmosphere.
The enormous trees.
The mysterious lighting.
The supernatural environment.
Everything looked fantastic.
And considering how much of the season revolved around spirits and demons, I thought this location fit perfectly.
Demon’s Dojo
OH, NOW WE’RE TALKING!
DEMON’S DOJO!
YES!
One of the most recognizable locations on the entire island.
And honestly, I thought it was fantastic.
The traditional architecture.
The intimidating atmosphere.
The supernatural enemies.
Everything made the location feel like something from a Japanese fantasy adventure.
And considering the season’s theme, I thought it was an excellent addition.
Shogun’s Solitude
Another fantastic location was Shogun’s Solitude.
And honestly, I appreciated how the developers incorporated the samurai aesthetic.
The architecture.
The surrounding landscape.
The imposing atmosphere.
Everything looked wonderful.
Lost Lake
Now, another location I particularly appreciated was Lost Lake.
Because this area featured an enormous turtle wandering around the environment.
YES!
A GIANT TURTLE!
And honestly, I thought that was adorable.
Because while the season featured demons and supernatural warriors, it also introduced peaceful creatures.
And I appreciated that contrast.
The Other Locations
The island also featured several additional locations, including Warrior’s Watch, Foxy Floodgate, Masked Meadows, Magic Mosses, Twinkle Terrace, Hopeful Heights, Canyon Crossing, Flooded Frogs, Whiffy Wharf, Burd, Pumped Power, and Shining Span.
And honestly, I thought the overall variety was fantastic.
Because whether you preferred modern cities, ancient temples, forests, or mountainous environments, there was something for everybody.
Overall, I thought the map was absolutely gorgeous.
The Battle Pass — SAMURAI, DEMONS, AND BAYMAX!?
Now, ladies and gentlemen, let’s discuss the Battle Pass.
Because honestly, I thought Epic Games introduced an excellent collection of characters.
Nyanja
Starting things off, we have Nyanja.
A two-tailed cat-inspired warrior.
And honestly, I thought he looked fantastic.
The design was colorful, stylish, and perfectly appropriate for the season’s Japanese-inspired setting.
And considering how much Fortnite enjoys introducing unusual animal characters, I thought Nyanja was another entertaining addition.
Jade
Next, we have Jade.
And honestly, I thought her appearance was fantastic.
Her design incorporated supernatural elements associated with the island’s mythology.
And I appreciated how the developers connected her to the larger storyline.
Kendo
Another excellent addition was Kendo.
A wandering ronin.
And honestly, I thought his design was fantastic.
The traditional Japanese-inspired clothing.
The swordsman appearance.
The serious expression.
Everything fit the season perfectly.
Daigo
Next, we have Daigo.
And honestly, I thought he was another interesting character.
His appearance revolved around masks and supernatural imagery.
And considering how important masks were to the season’s gameplay, I appreciated how the developers incorporated that theme into the Battle Pass.
Shadow Blade Hope
Another major character was Shadow Blade Hope.
And honestly, I appreciated seeing Hope return with a completely different appearance.
Because rather than simply reusing her previous design, the developers incorporated the season’s Japanese-inspired aesthetic.
And I thought she looked fantastic.
The Night Rose
Now, another particularly interesting character was the Night Rose.
A supernatural warrior associated with the island’s darker mythology.
And honestly, I thought her appearance was fantastic.
The intimidating design.
The supernatural elements.
The elaborate clothing.
Everything made her feel like an appropriate final Battle Pass character.
Baymax — BIG HERO 6!
OH, NOW WE’RE TALKING!
BAYMAX!
YES!
THE ACTUAL BAYMAX!
From Disney’s Big Hero 6!
And honestly, I thought this was a fantastic collaboration.
Because Baymax is one of those characters who seems completely ridiculous in Fortnite.
He’s a healthcare robot.
He’s designed to help people.
And now he’s running around an island shooting opponents.
I’M SORRY, WHAT!?
But honestly, I absolutely love it.
His recognizable white appearance was faithfully recreated.
And the developers also included a samurai-inspired armored style.
And I thought that was fantastic.
Because it allowed Baymax to fit the Japanese theme while still remaining recognizable.
And honestly?
WHAT A COLLABORATION!
The Weapons — THE WAY OF THE SAMURAI!
Now, ladies and gentlemen, let’s discuss another enormous highlight.
THE WEAPONS!
Because Hunters introduced some genuinely entertaining equipment.
Typhoon Blade
OH, NOW WE’RE TALKING!
THE TYPHOON BLADE!
YES!
And honestly, I thought this was one of the coolest weapons introduced during the season.
Because rather than simply functioning as an ordinary sword, the Typhoon Blade allowed players to perform powerful melee attacks.
You could unleash rapid strikes.
You could dash toward enemies.
And you could use the weapon to improve your mobility.
And honestly, I thought that was fantastic.
Because if you’re going to introduce an entire season inspired by samurai warriors, you NEED a proper sword.
And thankfully, Epic Games delivered.
Fire Oni Mask
Another excellent addition was the Fire Oni Mask.
And honestly, I thought this was fantastic.
Players could launch powerful homing fire projectiles toward enemies.
And considering how much of the season revolved around supernatural masks, I appreciated how the developers incorporated them into the gameplay.
Void Oni Mask
Another fantastic addition was the Void Oni Mask.
This allowed players to teleport across short distances.
And honestly, I thought it was incredibly useful.
Because Fortnite is a game where positioning can make an enormous difference.
And being able to teleport during combat opened up plenty of entertaining possibilities.
The Conventional Weapons
The season also introduced several new firearms.
These included the Holo Twister Assault Rifle, Fury Assault Rifle, Veiled Precision SMG, Surgefire SMG, Sentinel Pump Shotgun, Twinfire Auto Shotgun, and Oni Shotgun.
And honestly, I appreciated the variety.
Because while the supernatural weapons were undoubtedly the biggest attraction, I still wanted conventional firearms to remain useful.
And thankfully, the developers provided plenty of options.
The Bosses — DEMONS EVERYWHERE!
Now, another major attraction was the collection of supernatural bosses.
And honestly, I thought these were fantastic additions.
Shogun X
Starting things off, we have Shogun X.
A powerful demon warrior.
And honestly, I thought he was one of the most intimidating enemies introduced during the season.
Players could encounter him around the island and eventually challenge him in a major boss encounter.
And defeating him rewarded players with powerful equipment.
I appreciated how much the character fit the season’s mythology.
The Night Rose
Another major boss was the Night Rose.
And honestly, I thought her encounter was fantastic.
Because rather than simply fighting another ordinary enemy, players had to deal with supernatural mechanics associated with her demonic appearance.
And I appreciated that.
Overall, I thought the bosses were excellent.
They helped make the island feel dangerous.
And considering how much the season revolved around hunting demons, I thought they were practically essential.
Sprites and Boons — WHERE IT ALL BEGAN!
Now, ladies and gentlemen, here’s something particularly interesting.
THE SPRITES!
YES!
THESE LITTLE CREATURES!
And honestly, I think this is where my relationship with the mechanic began.
Because during Hunters, I actually thought the concept was interesting.
We had Air Sprites.
Water Sprites.
And Earth Sprites.
Each one offered different gameplay benefits.
Air Sprites could create powerful wind currents.
Water Sprites could restore health and shields.
And Earth Sprites could exchange items for rewards.
And honestly, I thought that was a creative addition.
Players could also bring Sprites to special shrines to obtain magical Boons.
And these Boons provided additional gameplay benefits.
The Fire Boon improved reload speed.
The Void Boon revealed nearby enemies after eliminations.
The Wind Boon improved movement speed while holding a pickaxe.
And the Water Boon provided healing while swimming.
And honestly, I thought this was a fantastic idea.
BUT HERE’S THE THING!
While I enjoyed the mechanic during Hunters, I certainly didn’t expect Epic Games to continue bringing Sprites back again and again.
And again.
AND AGAIN!
Because as I’ve discussed in my later Fortnite reviews, these little creatures eventually became an absolute nuisance.
But during Hunters?
I actually appreciated them.
They were new.
They were interesting.
And they fit the season’s supernatural theme.
So I don’t have a problem with their original introduction.
My problem is that Epic Games apparently decided they needed to become a permanent fixture of Fortnite.
And honestly?
THAT’S WHERE THINGS STARTED GETTING ANNOYING!
GODZILLA — THE KING OF THE MONSTERS HAS ARRIVED!
NOW, LADIES AND GENTLEMEN!
HERE WE GO!
GODZILLA!
YES!
THE ACTUAL GODZILLA!
AND NOT SIMPLY AS A SKIN!
OH NO!
EPIC GAMES ACTUALLY ALLOWED PLAYERS TO BECOME GODZILLA!
I’M SORRY, WHAT!?
Because apparently somebody at Epic Games looked at the Japanese-inspired island and thought…
YOU KNOW WHAT WOULD MAKE THIS BETTER!?
A THREE-HUNDRED-FOOT MONSTER DESTROYING EVERYTHING!
AND HONESTLY!?
THEY WERE RIGHT!
Now, before we discuss the actual event, there’s something worth mentioning.
I’m not exactly the biggest Godzilla fan in the world.
In fact, while I appreciate the character’s importance to cinema, I’ve always been considerably more interested in certain Japanese Godzilla films than the American MonsterVerse.
But that doesn’t mean I can’t appreciate how ridiculous and entertaining this collaboration was.
Because honestly?
THIS WAS AWESOME!
Godzilla Evolved — THE BATTLE PASS SKIN!
Starting things off, we have Godzilla Evolved.
And honestly, I thought he looked fantastic.
The enormous reptilian appearance.
The recognizable dorsal plates.
The intimidating face.
Everything immediately identified him as Godzilla.
And I appreciated how faithfully Epic Games recreated the MonsterVerse-inspired design.
But here’s what made the collaboration particularly interesting.
Godzilla was actually included as a special Battle Pass reward.
YES!
THE ACTUAL BATTLE PASS!
Players could complete special quests beginning January 17, 2025, to unlock him.
And I thought that was fantastic.
Because rather than requiring everybody to purchase Godzilla separately from the Item Shop, Epic Games allowed Battle Pass owners to earn him.
The rewards also included Godzilla-themed cosmetics, such as the Exo-Spine Back Bling, Crystal Fang Pickaxe, Mothra Glider, and Lil’ Godzilla Attack Emote.
And honestly, I thought that was an excellent collection.
But the biggest attraction was undoubtedly the actual gameplay event.
THE GODZILLA EVENT — BECOME THE KING OF THE MONSTERS!
Now, ladies and gentlemen, let’s discuss one of the most ridiculous gameplay mechanics Fortnite has ever introduced.
Because starting January 17, 2025, players had a chance to encounter a special portal during Battle Royale matches.
And whoever entered that portal first?
BECAME GODZILLA!
YES!
THE ACTUAL GODZILLA!
Not a human-sized character wearing a Godzilla costume.
Not somebody using a Godzilla-themed weapon.
OH NO!
YOU BECAME AN ENORMOUS MONSTER!
AND HONESTLY!?
THAT’S INCREDIBLE!
But here’s what made the mechanic particularly entertaining.
Only one player could become Godzilla during a match.
Meaning everybody else suddenly had to deal with an enormous monster wandering around the island.
And considering how destructive Godzilla could become, I thought that was a fantastic idea.
Godzilla’s Abilities
Now, when players transformed into Godzilla, they gained several powerful abilities.
The first was Roar.
This allowed Godzilla to reveal nearby enemies.
And honestly, I thought that was appropriate.
Because Godzilla is famous for his enormous roar.
The second ability was Mighty Stomp.
And honestly, I thought this was hilarious.
Because Godzilla could stomp the ground and send nearby players flying.
And considering his enormous size, I think that’s exactly what you’d expect.
But the biggest attraction?
THE HEAT RAY!
YES!
GODZILLA’S ATOMIC BREATH!
Players could unleash a devastating beam capable of destroying structures and damaging opponents.
And honestly, I thought this was absolutely spectacular.
Because if you’re going to allow somebody to become Godzilla, you NEED his atomic breath.
And thankfully, Epic Games delivered.
Fighting Godzilla
Now, here’s where things became particularly interesting.
Because while one player could become Godzilla, everybody else had to fight him.
YES!
AN ACTUAL GODZILLA BOSS BATTLE!
And honestly, I thought this was fantastic.
Players could target weak spots on Godzilla’s body to deal additional damage.
And attacking those weak spots could cause Godzilla Fragments to fall from his body.
These fragments could restore health and provide additional dash charges.
And I appreciated that.
Because it gave players an incentive to actively fight Godzilla rather than simply running away.
The developers also brought back the Rail Gun.
And considering how powerful that weapon could become, I thought it was an appropriate addition.
Because honestly?
IF YOU’RE FIGHTING GODZILLA, YOU’RE GOING TO NEED SOMETHING STRONGER THAN AN ORDINARY PISTOL!
The Godzilla Medallion
Now, another interesting mechanic involved the Godzilla Medallion.
The player who dealt the most damage to Godzilla received the medallion.
And this granted a special recharging dash ability.
They also received the Exotic Burst Quad Launcher.
And honestly, I thought that was a fantastic reward.
Because rather than simply rewarding the player who delivered the final blow, the developers recognized whoever contributed the most damage.
And I appreciated that.
Overall, I thought the Godzilla event was absolutely spectacular.
But here’s the thing.
GODZILLA WASN’T THE ONLY MONSTER!
KING KONG — THE EIGHTH WONDER OF THE WORLD!
OH, NOW WE’RE TALKING!
KING KONG!
YES!
THE ACTUAL KONG!
And honestly, I thought this was another fantastic addition.
Because while Godzilla was undoubtedly the biggest attraction, Epic Games also incorporated Kong into the event.
But here’s something important.
Unlike Godzilla, Kong wasn’t a playable giant monster.
Instead, he appeared during special moments in Battle Royale matches.
And honestly, I thought that was an interesting decision.
Players could witness Kong emerging through a portal.
And his appearance was connected to special Monarch supply drops.
YES!
MONARCH!
THE ORGANIZATION FROM THE MONSTERVERSE!
And I appreciated that reference.
Because it helped connect the event to the larger Godzilla and Kong universe.
The Monarch Supply Drops
Now, when Kong appeared, players could receive special Monarch supply drops.
These contained powerful equipment useful for fighting Godzilla.
And honestly, I thought that was a fantastic idea.
Because it meant Kong’s appearance wasn’t simply a decorative cameo.
He actually contributed to the gameplay.
But here’s my one complaint.
WHY COULDN’T WE PLAY AS KONG TOO!?
SERIOUSLY!
YOU LET US BECOME GODZILLA!
WHY NOT KONG!?
Imagine having two enormous monsters fighting each other across the Fortnite island.
GODZILLA VERSUS KONG!
AN ACTUAL TITAN BATTLE!
I mean, COME ON!
THAT WOULD’VE BEEN INCREDIBLE!
Still, I appreciated having Kong represented.
And his appearance was another entertaining addition to the event.
Mechagodzilla — THE MACHINE HAS ARRIVED!
Now, ladies and gentlemen, there’s one more monster we need to discuss.
MECHAGODZILLA!
YES!
THE ACTUAL MECHAGODZILLA!
And honestly, I thought this was another fantastic addition.
Because rather than simply introducing Godzilla and Kong, Epic Games also included the mechanical monster from Godzilla vs. Kong.
And I thought that was an excellent choice.
The metallic appearance.
The glowing mechanical details.
The intimidating design.
Everything looked fantastic.
And considering how recognizable Mechagodzilla is, I appreciated seeing him represented.
But unlike the enormous Godzilla transformation, Mechagodzilla was introduced as a conventional playable outfit.
And honestly, I thought that was fine.
Because the actual Godzilla event already provided the enormous monster gameplay.
The Item Shop also included Kong as a playable outfit.
And I appreciated having both characters available.
Overall, I thought the entire MonsterVerse collaboration was absolutely spectacular.
Pacing / Event Flow
Now, Hunters ran from December 1, 2024, through February 21, 2025.
And honestly, I thought the season had an excellent progression.
We started with the Japanese-inspired island.
The supernatural bosses.
The Oni Masks.
The Typhoon Blade.
And the new Sprite and Boon mechanics.
And then January arrived.
And suddenly…
GODZILLA!
YES!
THE ACTUAL GODZILLA!
And honestly, I thought that was a fantastic way to keep the season interesting.
Because rather than simply allowing the gameplay to become repetitive, Epic Games introduced an enormous crossover event halfway through.
And considering how much the Godzilla event changed Battle Royale matches, I thought it was an excellent addition.
Pros
First of all, the map was absolutely gorgeous.
The Japanese-inspired environments were fantastic.
And I appreciated how much variety the developers incorporated.
The Battle Pass was another enormous highlight.
Baymax was a fantastic collaboration.
And the original characters fit the season’s theme perfectly.
The Typhoon Blade was another excellent addition.
And I appreciated how the Oni Masks incorporated supernatural abilities into combat.
The demon bosses were another fantastic feature.
And I thought the Sprite and Boon mechanics were interesting when they were first introduced.
But the biggest highlight?
GODZILLA!
YES!
THE GODZILLA EVENT!
The ability to transform into an enormous monster and destroy the island was absolutely spectacular.
And I appreciated how the developers incorporated Kong and Mechagodzilla into the collaboration.
Overall, this was an excellent season.
Cons
Now, ladies and gentlemen, I do have a few minor complaints.
First of all, I would’ve loved to have Kong available as another playable giant monster.
Because honestly, imagine having Godzilla and Kong fighting each other across the island.
THAT WOULD’VE BEEN INCREDIBLE!
Another minor complaint was that the Godzilla transformation depended on a portal appearing during a match.
And considering only one player could become Godzilla, it wasn’t always easy to experience the mechanic firsthand.
But honestly, I understand why Epic Games designed it that way.
Because having ten Godzillas wandering around the island would’ve been absolute chaos.
Although now that I think about it…
THAT SOUNDS AMAZING!
And finally, while I appreciated the original introduction of Sprites, I certainly didn’t appreciate how frequently Epic Games continued using them in later seasons.
But that’s more of a complaint about what happened afterward than Hunters itself.
Final Thoughts
Ladies and gentlemen, Fortnite Chapter 6, Season 1: Hunters was an absolutely spectacular season.
And honestly, I think it deserves recognition as one of the most visually impressive seasons Epic Games has ever introduced.
The Japanese-inspired map was gorgeous.
The supernatural gameplay mechanics were entertaining.
The Battle Pass featured an excellent collection of characters.
And the developers introduced some fantastic weapons.
But the biggest attraction was undoubtedly the Godzilla crossover.
Because honestly?
HOW OFTEN DOES A VIDEO GAME ALLOW YOU TO BECOME AN ENORMOUS GODZILLA AND DESTROY EVERYTHING!?
AND IN A BATTLE ROYALE GAME!?
I mean, COME ON!
THAT’S INCREDIBLE!
And considering how much effort Epic Games put into the event, I thought it was absolutely spectacular.
Kong’s appearance was another fantastic addition.
And Mechagodzilla was an excellent Item Shop character.
Overall, I thought Hunters was a wonderful beginning to Chapter 6.
And while some of its mechanics eventually became irritating in later seasons, I still think the original experience was fantastic.
Rating: 10/10
An absolutely spectacular Japanese-inspired season featuring gorgeous environments, fantastic supernatural weapons, memorable bosses, an excellent Battle Pass, and one of the most ridiculous Godzilla crossover events Fortnite has ever introduced!
LONG LIVE THE KING OF THE MONSTERS!
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⚠️ SPOILER WARNING ⚠️
The following section discusses the Godzilla event’s special mechanics and rewards.
Spoilers — THE KING OF THE MONSTERS HAS WON!
Now, ladies and gentlemen, let’s discuss what I consider the biggest highlight of the entire season.
THE GODZILLA EVENT!
Because honestly, I still think the idea of allowing players to become an enormous Godzilla was absolutely fantastic.
The event began on January 17, 2025.
And during certain Battle Royale matches, a special portal could appear.
The first player to enter that portal transformed into Godzilla.
YES!
THE ACTUAL GODZILLA!
And honestly, I thought that was incredible.
Because suddenly the entire match changed.
Instead of simply fighting other players, everybody had to deal with an enormous monster.
Godzilla could reveal enemies with his roar.
He could stomp opponents into the air.
And he could unleash his devastating Heat Ray.
And honestly, I thought that was spectacular.
But here’s what made the event particularly entertaining.
Players could actually fight back.
By targeting Godzilla’s weak spots, they could deal additional damage and collect special fragments.
And the player who contributed the most damage received the Godzilla Medallion and Exotic Burst Quad Launcher.
And I appreciated how the developers rewarded players for participating.
But the biggest surprise was Kong.
YES!
KING KONG!
Because during certain matches, players could witness Kong emerging through a portal.
And his appearance triggered special Monarch supply drops.
And honestly, I thought that was fantastic.
Although I still wish Epic Games had allowed us to become Kong.
Because seriously.
GODZILLA VERSUS KONG!
AN ACTUAL TITAN BATTLE!
HOW COOL WOULD THAT HAVE BEEN!?
Still, I thought the event was absolutely spectacular.
And considering how much the developers incorporated into Hunters, I think it deserves recognition as one of Fortnite’s most memorable seasons.
Final Rating: 10/10.
A gorgeous Japanese-inspired season that somehow became even better when Epic Games decided to introduce Godzilla, Kong, and Mechagodzilla.
AND HONESTLY?
I WOULDN’T HAVE IT ANY OTHER WAY!
Let’s Start by Showing Y’all the Trailers, Shall We?
Before we begin, I highly recommend checking out the official Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 1: Hunters trailer, Battle Pass trailer, and the absolutely ridiculous Godzilla crossover trailer.
Because ladies and gentlemen, I genuinely don’t know how Epic Games managed to pull this off.
We had an entire Japanese-inspired island.
Samurai.
Demons.
Supernatural masks.
Magical creatures.
Baymax from Big Hero 6.
And then, apparently, somebody at Epic Games decided…
YOU KNOW WHAT THIS SEASON NEEDS!?
GODZILLA!
YES!
THE ACTUAL GODZILLA!
AND KING KONG!
Because apparently an island filled with demons and supernatural warriors wasn’t dangerous enough.
NOW WE NEEDED TWO ENORMOUS MONSTERS!
And honestly?
I ABSOLUTELY LOVE IT!
Non-Spoiler Season Overview
Well, ladies and gentlemen, we’re continuing our retrospective of Fortnite’s most memorable seasons.
And this time, we’re discussing Chapter 6, Season 1.
HUNTERS!
Now, I have to admit something.
When Epic Games first revealed this season, I was immediately impressed by the setting.
Because instead of introducing another conventional Fortnite island, the developers decided to create an enormous environment inspired by Japanese culture and mythology.
And honestly?
IT LOOKED GORGEOUS!
We had enormous mountains.
Cherry blossom forests.
Traditional Japanese architecture.
Modern cities.
Ancient temples.
And supernatural creatures wandering around the island.
And I thought this was a fantastic direction.
Because Fortnite has always been at its best when the developers introduce environments that feel completely different from previous seasons.
And Hunters certainly accomplished that.
But what made this season particularly entertaining was how much the developers incorporated Japanese mythology into the gameplay.
We had Oni Masks.
Magical Boons.
Powerful demon bosses.
And an absolutely fantastic sword known as the Typhoon Blade.
And honestly, I thought these were excellent additions.
But then January arrived.
And Epic Games decided to introduce one of the most ridiculous crossover events in Fortnite history.
GODZILLA!
And ladies and gentlemen, we absolutely NEED to discuss that.
But first, let’s talk about the season itself.
The Map — WELCOME TO JAPAN!
Now, ladies and gentlemen, let’s discuss one of my favorite aspects of Hunters.
THE MAP!
Because honestly, I think Chapter 6 introduced one of the most beautiful islands Fortnite has ever created.
The Japanese-inspired environments were absolutely spectacular.
And I appreciated how much variety the developers incorporated.
Seaport City
Starting things off, we have Seaport City.
And honestly, I thought this was one of the coolest locations introduced during the season.
Because rather than simply recreating traditional Japanese architecture, the developers incorporated a modern urban environment.
We had enormous buildings.
Bright signs.
Busy streets.
And plenty of opportunities for combat.
And I appreciated that.
Because it helped balance the island’s more traditional locations.
Nightshift Forest
Another fantastic location was Nightshift Forest.
And honestly, I loved the atmosphere.
The enormous trees.
The mysterious lighting.
The supernatural environment.
Everything looked fantastic.
And considering how much of the season revolved around spirits and demons, I thought this location fit perfectly.
Demon’s Dojo
OH, NOW WE’RE TALKING!
DEMON’S DOJO!
YES!
One of the most recognizable locations on the entire island.
And honestly, I thought it was fantastic.
The traditional architecture.
The intimidating atmosphere.
The supernatural enemies.
Everything made the location feel like something from a Japanese fantasy adventure.
And considering the season’s theme, I thought it was an excellent addition.
Shogun’s Solitude
Another fantastic location was Shogun’s Solitude.
And honestly, I appreciated how the developers incorporated the samurai aesthetic.
The architecture.
The surrounding landscape.
The imposing atmosphere.
Everything looked wonderful.
Lost Lake
Now, another location I particularly appreciated was Lost Lake.
Because this area featured an enormous turtle wandering around the environment.
YES!
A GIANT TURTLE!
And honestly, I thought that was adorable.
Because while the season featured demons and supernatural warriors, it also introduced peaceful creatures.
And I appreciated that contrast.
The Other Locations
The island also featured several additional locations, including Warrior’s Watch, Foxy Floodgate, Masked Meadows, Magic Mosses, Twinkle Terrace, Hopeful Heights, Canyon Crossing, Flooded Frogs, Whiffy Wharf, Burd, Pumped Power, and Shining Span.
And honestly, I thought the overall variety was fantastic.
Because whether you preferred modern cities, ancient temples, forests, or mountainous environments, there was something for everybody.
Overall, I thought the map was absolutely gorgeous.
The Battle Pass — SAMURAI, DEMONS, AND BAYMAX!?
Now, ladies and gentlemen, let’s discuss the Battle Pass.
Because honestly, I thought Epic Games introduced an excellent collection of characters.
Nyanja
Starting things off, we have Nyanja.
A two-tailed cat-inspired warrior.
And honestly, I thought he looked fantastic.
The design was colorful, stylish, and perfectly appropriate for the season’s Japanese-inspired setting.
And considering how much Fortnite enjoys introducing unusual animal characters, I thought Nyanja was another entertaining addition.
Jade
Next, we have Jade.
And honestly, I thought her appearance was fantastic.
Her design incorporated supernatural elements associated with the island’s mythology.
And I appreciated how the developers connected her to the larger storyline.
Kendo
Another excellent addition was Kendo.
A wandering ronin.
And honestly, I thought his design was fantastic.
The traditional Japanese-inspired clothing.
The swordsman appearance.
The serious expression.
Everything fit the season perfectly.
Daigo
Next, we have Daigo.
And honestly, I thought he was another interesting character.
His appearance revolved around masks and supernatural imagery.
And considering how important masks were to the season’s gameplay, I appreciated how the developers incorporated that theme into the Battle Pass.
Shadow Blade Hope
Another major character was Shadow Blade Hope.
And honestly, I appreciated seeing Hope return with a completely different appearance.
Because rather than simply reusing her previous design, the developers incorporated the season’s Japanese-inspired aesthetic.
And I thought she looked fantastic.
The Night Rose
Now, another particularly interesting character was the Night Rose.
A supernatural warrior associated with the island’s darker mythology.
And honestly, I thought her appearance was fantastic.
The intimidating design.
The supernatural elements.
The elaborate clothing.
Everything made her feel like an appropriate final Battle Pass character.
Baymax — BIG HERO 6!
OH, NOW WE’RE TALKING!
BAYMAX!
YES!
THE ACTUAL BAYMAX!
From Disney’s Big Hero 6!
And honestly, I thought this was a fantastic collaboration.
Because Baymax is one of those characters who seems completely ridiculous in Fortnite.
He’s a healthcare robot.
He’s designed to help people.
And now he’s running around an island shooting opponents.
I’M SORRY, WHAT!?
But honestly, I absolutely love it.
His recognizable white appearance was faithfully recreated.
And the developers also included a samurai-inspired armored style.
And I thought that was fantastic.
Because it allowed Baymax to fit the Japanese theme while still remaining recognizable.
And honestly?
WHAT A COLLABORATION!
The Weapons — THE WAY OF THE SAMURAI!
Now, ladies and gentlemen, let’s discuss another enormous highlight.
THE WEAPONS!
Because Hunters introduced some genuinely entertaining equipment.
Typhoon Blade
OH, NOW WE’RE TALKING!
THE TYPHOON BLADE!
YES!
And honestly, I thought this was one of the coolest weapons introduced during the season.
Because rather than simply functioning as an ordinary sword, the Typhoon Blade allowed players to perform powerful melee attacks.
You could unleash rapid strikes.
You could dash toward enemies.
And you could use the weapon to improve your mobility.
And honestly, I thought that was fantastic.
Because if you’re going to introduce an entire season inspired by samurai warriors, you NEED a proper sword.
And thankfully, Epic Games delivered.
Fire Oni Mask
Another excellent addition was the Fire Oni Mask.
And honestly, I thought this was fantastic.
Players could launch powerful homing fire projectiles toward enemies.
And considering how much of the season revolved around supernatural masks, I appreciated how the developers incorporated them into the gameplay.
Void Oni Mask
Another fantastic addition was the Void Oni Mask.
This allowed players to teleport across short distances.
And honestly, I thought it was incredibly useful.
Because Fortnite is a game where positioning can make an enormous difference.
And being able to teleport during combat opened up plenty of entertaining possibilities.
The Conventional Weapons
The season also introduced several new firearms.
These included the Holo Twister Assault Rifle, Fury Assault Rifle, Veiled Precision SMG, Surgefire SMG, Sentinel Pump Shotgun, Twinfire Auto Shotgun, and Oni Shotgun.
And honestly, I appreciated the variety.
Because while the supernatural weapons were undoubtedly the biggest attraction, I still wanted conventional firearms to remain useful.
And thankfully, the developers provided plenty of options.
The Bosses — DEMONS EVERYWHERE!
Now, another major attraction was the collection of supernatural bosses.
And honestly, I thought these were fantastic additions.
Shogun X
Starting things off, we have Shogun X.
A powerful demon warrior.
And honestly, I thought he was one of the most intimidating enemies introduced during the season.
Players could encounter him around the island and eventually challenge him in a major boss encounter.
And defeating him rewarded players with powerful equipment.
I appreciated how much the character fit the season’s mythology.
The Night Rose
Another major boss was the Night Rose.
And honestly, I thought her encounter was fantastic.
Because rather than simply fighting another ordinary enemy, players had to deal with supernatural mechanics associated with her demonic appearance.
And I appreciated that.
Overall, I thought the bosses were excellent.
They helped make the island feel dangerous.
And considering how much the season revolved around hunting demons, I thought they were practically essential.
Sprites and Boons — WHERE IT ALL BEGAN!
Now, ladies and gentlemen, here’s something particularly interesting.
THE SPRITES!
YES!
THESE LITTLE CREATURES!
And honestly, I think this is where my relationship with the mechanic began.
Because during Hunters, I actually thought the concept was interesting.
We had Air Sprites.
Water Sprites.
And Earth Sprites.
Each one offered different gameplay benefits.
Air Sprites could create powerful wind currents.
Water Sprites could restore health and shields.
And Earth Sprites could exchange items for rewards.
And honestly, I thought that was a creative addition.
Players could also bring Sprites to special shrines to obtain magical Boons.
And these Boons provided additional gameplay benefits.
The Fire Boon improved reload speed.
The Void Boon revealed nearby enemies after eliminations.
The Wind Boon improved movement speed while holding a pickaxe.
And the Water Boon provided healing while swimming.
And honestly, I thought this was a fantastic idea.
BUT HERE’S THE THING!
While I enjoyed the mechanic during Hunters, I certainly didn’t expect Epic Games to continue bringing Sprites back again and again.
And again.
AND AGAIN!
Because as I’ve discussed in my later Fortnite reviews, these little creatures eventually became an absolute nuisance.
But during Hunters?
I actually appreciated them.
They were new.
They were interesting.
And they fit the season’s supernatural theme.
So I don’t have a problem with their original introduction.
My problem is that Epic Games apparently decided they needed to become a permanent fixture of Fortnite.
And honestly?
THAT’S WHERE THINGS STARTED GETTING ANNOYING!
GODZILLA — THE KING OF THE MONSTERS HAS ARRIVED!
NOW, LADIES AND GENTLEMEN!
HERE WE GO!
GODZILLA!
YES!
THE ACTUAL GODZILLA!
AND NOT SIMPLY AS A SKIN!
OH NO!
EPIC GAMES ACTUALLY ALLOWED PLAYERS TO BECOME GODZILLA!
I’M SORRY, WHAT!?
Because apparently somebody at Epic Games looked at the Japanese-inspired island and thought…
YOU KNOW WHAT WOULD MAKE THIS BETTER!?
A THREE-HUNDRED-FOOT MONSTER DESTROYING EVERYTHING!
AND HONESTLY!?
THEY WERE RIGHT!
Now, before we discuss the actual event, there’s something worth mentioning.
I’m not exactly the biggest Godzilla fan in the world.
In fact, while I appreciate the character’s importance to cinema, I’ve always been considerably more interested in certain Japanese Godzilla films than the American MonsterVerse.
But that doesn’t mean I can’t appreciate how ridiculous and entertaining this collaboration was.
Because honestly?
THIS WAS AWESOME!
Godzilla Evolved — THE BATTLE PASS SKIN!
Starting things off, we have Godzilla Evolved.
And honestly, I thought he looked fantastic.
The enormous reptilian appearance.
The recognizable dorsal plates.
The intimidating face.
Everything immediately identified him as Godzilla.
And I appreciated how faithfully Epic Games recreated the MonsterVerse-inspired design.
But here’s what made the collaboration particularly interesting.
Godzilla was actually included as a special Battle Pass reward.
YES!
THE ACTUAL BATTLE PASS!
Players could complete special quests beginning January 17, 2025, to unlock him.
And I thought that was fantastic.
Because rather than requiring everybody to purchase Godzilla separately from the Item Shop, Epic Games allowed Battle Pass owners to earn him.
The rewards also included Godzilla-themed cosmetics, such as the Exo-Spine Back Bling, Crystal Fang Pickaxe, Mothra Glider, and Lil’ Godzilla Attack Emote.
And honestly, I thought that was an excellent collection.
But the biggest attraction was undoubtedly the actual gameplay event.
THE GODZILLA EVENT — BECOME THE KING OF THE MONSTERS!
Now, ladies and gentlemen, let’s discuss one of the most ridiculous gameplay mechanics Fortnite has ever introduced.
Because starting January 17, 2025, players had a chance to encounter a special portal during Battle Royale matches.
And whoever entered that portal first?
BECAME GODZILLA!
YES!
THE ACTUAL GODZILLA!
Not a human-sized character wearing a Godzilla costume.
Not somebody using a Godzilla-themed weapon.
OH NO!
YOU BECAME AN ENORMOUS MONSTER!
AND HONESTLY!?
THAT’S INCREDIBLE!
But here’s what made the mechanic particularly entertaining.
Only one player could become Godzilla during a match.
Meaning everybody else suddenly had to deal with an enormous monster wandering around the island.
And considering how destructive Godzilla could become, I thought that was a fantastic idea.
Godzilla’s Abilities
Now, when players transformed into Godzilla, they gained several powerful abilities.
The first was Roar.
This allowed Godzilla to reveal nearby enemies.
And honestly, I thought that was appropriate.
Because Godzilla is famous for his enormous roar.
The second ability was Mighty Stomp.
And honestly, I thought this was hilarious.
Because Godzilla could stomp the ground and send nearby players flying.
And considering his enormous size, I think that’s exactly what you’d expect.
But the biggest attraction?
THE HEAT RAY!
YES!
GODZILLA’S ATOMIC BREATH!
Players could unleash a devastating beam capable of destroying structures and damaging opponents.
And honestly, I thought this was absolutely spectacular.
Because if you’re going to allow somebody to become Godzilla, you NEED his atomic breath.
And thankfully, Epic Games delivered.
Fighting Godzilla
Now, here’s where things became particularly interesting.
Because while one player could become Godzilla, everybody else had to fight him.
YES!
AN ACTUAL GODZILLA BOSS BATTLE!
And honestly, I thought this was fantastic.
Players could target weak spots on Godzilla’s body to deal additional damage.
And attacking those weak spots could cause Godzilla Fragments to fall from his body.
These fragments could restore health and provide additional dash charges.
And I appreciated that.
Because it gave players an incentive to actively fight Godzilla rather than simply running away.
The developers also brought back the Rail Gun.
And considering how powerful that weapon could become, I thought it was an appropriate addition.
Because honestly?
IF YOU’RE FIGHTING GODZILLA, YOU’RE GOING TO NEED SOMETHING STRONGER THAN AN ORDINARY PISTOL!
The Godzilla Medallion
Now, another interesting mechanic involved the Godzilla Medallion.
The player who dealt the most damage to Godzilla received the medallion.
And this granted a special recharging dash ability.
They also received the Exotic Burst Quad Launcher.
And honestly, I thought that was a fantastic reward.
Because rather than simply rewarding the player who delivered the final blow, the developers recognized whoever contributed the most damage.
And I appreciated that.
Overall, I thought the Godzilla event was absolutely spectacular.
But here’s the thing.
GODZILLA WASN’T THE ONLY MONSTER!
KING KONG — THE EIGHTH WONDER OF THE WORLD!
OH, NOW WE’RE TALKING!
KING KONG!
YES!
THE ACTUAL KONG!
And honestly, I thought this was another fantastic addition.
Because while Godzilla was undoubtedly the biggest attraction, Epic Games also incorporated Kong into the event.
But here’s something important.
Unlike Godzilla, Kong wasn’t a playable giant monster.
Instead, he appeared during special moments in Battle Royale matches.
And honestly, I thought that was an interesting decision.
Players could witness Kong emerging through a portal.
And his appearance was connected to special Monarch supply drops.
YES!
MONARCH!
THE ORGANIZATION FROM THE MONSTERVERSE!
And I appreciated that reference.
Because it helped connect the event to the larger Godzilla and Kong universe.
The Monarch Supply Drops
Now, when Kong appeared, players could receive special Monarch supply drops.
These contained powerful equipment useful for fighting Godzilla.
And honestly, I thought that was a fantastic idea.
Because it meant Kong’s appearance wasn’t simply a decorative cameo.
He actually contributed to the gameplay.
But here’s my one complaint.
WHY COULDN’T WE PLAY AS KONG TOO!?
SERIOUSLY!
YOU LET US BECOME GODZILLA!
WHY NOT KONG!?
Imagine having two enormous monsters fighting each other across the Fortnite island.
GODZILLA VERSUS KONG!
AN ACTUAL TITAN BATTLE!
I mean, COME ON!
THAT WOULD’VE BEEN INCREDIBLE!
Still, I appreciated having Kong represented.
And his appearance was another entertaining addition to the event.
Mechagodzilla — THE MACHINE HAS ARRIVED!
Now, ladies and gentlemen, there’s one more monster we need to discuss.
MECHAGODZILLA!
YES!
THE ACTUAL MECHAGODZILLA!
And honestly, I thought this was another fantastic addition.
Because rather than simply introducing Godzilla and Kong, Epic Games also included the mechanical monster from Godzilla vs. Kong.
And I thought that was an excellent choice.
The metallic appearance.
The glowing mechanical details.
The intimidating design.
Everything looked fantastic.
And considering how recognizable Mechagodzilla is, I appreciated seeing him represented.
But unlike the enormous Godzilla transformation, Mechagodzilla was introduced as a conventional playable outfit.
And honestly, I thought that was fine.
Because the actual Godzilla event already provided the enormous monster gameplay.
The Item Shop also included Kong as a playable outfit.
And I appreciated having both characters available.
Overall, I thought the entire MonsterVerse collaboration was absolutely spectacular.
Pacing / Event Flow
Now, Hunters ran from December 1, 2024, through February 21, 2025.
And honestly, I thought the season had an excellent progression.
We started with the Japanese-inspired island.
The supernatural bosses.
The Oni Masks.
The Typhoon Blade.
And the new Sprite and Boon mechanics.
And then January arrived.
And suddenly…
GODZILLA!
YES!
THE ACTUAL GODZILLA!
And honestly, I thought that was a fantastic way to keep the season interesting.
Because rather than simply allowing the gameplay to become repetitive, Epic Games introduced an enormous crossover event halfway through.
And considering how much the Godzilla event changed Battle Royale matches, I thought it was an excellent addition.
Pros
First of all, the map was absolutely gorgeous.
The Japanese-inspired environments were fantastic.
And I appreciated how much variety the developers incorporated.
The Battle Pass was another enormous highlight.
Baymax was a fantastic collaboration.
And the original characters fit the season’s theme perfectly.
The Typhoon Blade was another excellent addition.
And I appreciated how the Oni Masks incorporated supernatural abilities into combat.
The demon bosses were another fantastic feature.
And I thought the Sprite and Boon mechanics were interesting when they were first introduced.
But the biggest highlight?
GODZILLA!
YES!
THE GODZILLA EVENT!
The ability to transform into an enormous monster and destroy the island was absolutely spectacular.
And I appreciated how the developers incorporated Kong and Mechagodzilla into the collaboration.
Overall, this was an excellent season.
Cons
Now, ladies and gentlemen, I do have a few minor complaints.
First of all, I would’ve loved to have Kong available as another playable giant monster.
Because honestly, imagine having Godzilla and Kong fighting each other across the island.
THAT WOULD’VE BEEN INCREDIBLE!
Another minor complaint was that the Godzilla transformation depended on a portal appearing during a match.
And considering only one player could become Godzilla, it wasn’t always easy to experience the mechanic firsthand.
But honestly, I understand why Epic Games designed it that way.
Because having ten Godzillas wandering around the island would’ve been absolute chaos.
Although now that I think about it…
THAT SOUNDS AMAZING!
And finally, while I appreciated the original introduction of Sprites, I certainly didn’t appreciate how frequently Epic Games continued using them in later seasons.
But that’s more of a complaint about what happened afterward than Hunters itself.
Final Thoughts
Ladies and gentlemen, Fortnite Chapter 6, Season 1: Hunters was an absolutely spectacular season.
And honestly, I think it deserves recognition as one of the most visually impressive seasons Epic Games has ever introduced.
The Japanese-inspired map was gorgeous.
The supernatural gameplay mechanics were entertaining.
The Battle Pass featured an excellent collection of characters.
And the developers introduced some fantastic weapons.
But the biggest attraction was undoubtedly the Godzilla crossover.
Because honestly?
HOW OFTEN DOES A VIDEO GAME ALLOW YOU TO BECOME AN ENORMOUS GODZILLA AND DESTROY EVERYTHING!?
AND IN A BATTLE ROYALE GAME!?
I mean, COME ON!
THAT’S INCREDIBLE!
And considering how much effort Epic Games put into the event, I thought it was absolutely spectacular.
Kong’s appearance was another fantastic addition.
And Mechagodzilla was an excellent Item Shop character.
Overall, I thought Hunters was a wonderful beginning to Chapter 6.
And while some of its mechanics eventually became irritating in later seasons, I still think the original experience was fantastic.
Rating: 10/10
An absolutely spectacular Japanese-inspired season featuring gorgeous environments, fantastic supernatural weapons, memorable bosses, an excellent Battle Pass, and one of the most ridiculous Godzilla crossover events Fortnite has ever introduced!
LONG LIVE THE KING OF THE MONSTERS!
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⚠️ SPOILER WARNING ⚠️
The following section discusses the Godzilla event’s special mechanics and rewards.
Spoilers — THE KING OF THE MONSTERS HAS WON!
Now, ladies and gentlemen, let’s discuss what I consider the biggest highlight of the entire season.
THE GODZILLA EVENT!
Because honestly, I still think the idea of allowing players to become an enormous Godzilla was absolutely fantastic.
The event began on January 17, 2025.
And during certain Battle Royale matches, a special portal could appear.
The first player to enter that portal transformed into Godzilla.
YES!
THE ACTUAL GODZILLA!
And honestly, I thought that was incredible.
Because suddenly the entire match changed.
Instead of simply fighting other players, everybody had to deal with an enormous monster.
Godzilla could reveal enemies with his roar.
He could stomp opponents into the air.
And he could unleash his devastating Heat Ray.
And honestly, I thought that was spectacular.
But here’s what made the event particularly entertaining.
Players could actually fight back.
By targeting Godzilla’s weak spots, they could deal additional damage and collect special fragments.
And the player who contributed the most damage received the Godzilla Medallion and Exotic Burst Quad Launcher.
And I appreciated how the developers rewarded players for participating.
But the biggest surprise was Kong.
YES!
KING KONG!
Because during certain matches, players could witness Kong emerging through a portal.
And his appearance triggered special Monarch supply drops.
And honestly, I thought that was fantastic.
Although I still wish Epic Games had allowed us to become Kong.
Because seriously.
GODZILLA VERSUS KONG!
AN ACTUAL TITAN BATTLE!
HOW COOL WOULD THAT HAVE BEEN!?
Still, I thought the event was absolutely spectacular.
And considering how much the developers incorporated into Hunters, I think it deserves recognition as one of Fortnite’s most memorable seasons.
Final Rating: 10/10.
A gorgeous Japanese-inspired season that somehow became even better when Epic Games decided to introduce Godzilla, Kong, and Mechagodzilla.
AND HONESTLY?
I WOULDN’T HAVE IT ANY OTHER WAY!
