Epic Games Releases First Look of Port-a-Fort Grenade In Action

Ever adding new items and weapons into their popular batle royale title, Epic Games consistenly provides players with new content for them to enjoy. The latest of these newly added pieces of equipment is the Port-a-Fort grenade that was recently teased in Fortnite's in-game news tab. With the description of "new portable fort sprouts a quick defensive position upon impact" the community was very curious and excited to see what kind of structure the new grenade would build for its users. Today, Epic Games finally gave the community a first look at the Port-a-Fort grenade in action, and it looks incredible. 

A portable fort… it's Port-a-Fort!

Fortify yourself in seconds, all with the flick of a wrist. Coming soon... pic.twitter.com/OsPQ2LkvkV

— Fortnite (@FortniteGame) April 10, 2018

Players lucky enough to add this new grenade in their arsenal during a match will have the ability to instantly build a three strory structure made out of metal materials. Now this new piece of equipment will not eliminate the need to acquire and utilize other building materials considering it will most likely be a very rare item because of the power it presents. However, it will be game changing for players who have it in their inventory with its ability to provide them cover and an tactical advantage instantly, especially in the early game where building materials can be scarce. No matter the circumstance, the Port-a-Fort grenade is shaping up to be one of the strongest throwable items in Fortnite. 

What are your thoughts on the new portable fort building grenade that will coming to Fortnite? Let us know in the comments below!

Interested in more Fortnite content? Check out the leaked challenges for Week 8 of Season 3 for Fortnite that are scheduled to be added to the game this Thursday, or how it has been hinted at that a popular game mode from the Call of Duty franchise could be added into Fortnite sometime in the future. 

(cover photo courtesy of Epic Games)