In Fortnite: Battle Royale (PC, PS4 & Xbox One) you will often be caught in wild 1vs1 duels with other players. Find out here in our guide 4 effective tips to win such fights!
In Fortnite: Battle Royale, 100 players fight against each other either alone or in small teams. The last one standing wins. You often catch your opponents off guard or get lucky during landing and find better weapons than the unfortunate latecomer.
But especially in the mid-game and especially in the endgame, duels will occur between you and enemies who know exactly that you are there and are equipped similarly to you.
So what to do?
Guide to Victory in Duels
The successful Fortnite player and YouTuber “Thatdenverguy” has uploaded an educational video on his channel. In it, he reveals how he wins a large part of his 1vs1 duels in Fortnite.
Tip 1 – Use the Height Advantage!
Not only in Star Wars: Episode III is it advantageous to have the height advantage. In Fortnite and almost all other shooters, it is great when you are up high. The advantages are obvious:
- You have a better overview from above
- You can throw grenades directly at the opponent
- The most important thing: You can perform headshots ideally because you can see the enemy’s head well. Even if you shoot at the same time, the opponent takes more damage from the headshot. Your head, on the other hand, is hard to hit.
So ideally, build a small fortress with stairs and walls around. If you want to storm such a fortress, do not build stairs to the enemy’s stronghold. The opponent can see you well this way and you have no cover. Instead, build your own fortress, and make it higher than the enemy’s. Then you can take them out from above.
Tip 2 – Counter and Disrupt the Enemy
Every tactic in Fortnite has a counter. If you have a good position and the opponent wants to build a staircase, just place a platform above the staircase. Then they can no longer reach you. Instead, they will likely have to retreat and can be easily shot.
If an opponent surprises you, instantly surround yourself with walls and build a small tower. While the enemy is still trying to find you, you can take them out from above.
Tip 3 – Keep Moving!
If you watch pro players in Fortnite, you will notice one thing: They are constantly moving! Those who sit still for too long are easy targets. Moreover, it is extremely useful to constantly change your position. If an opponent suspects you behind a tree, but you are already somewhere else, you can surprise and flank the enemy.
Use this also in sniper duels. Change position after every shot like a true sniper. The opponent will likely be fixated on your old location. This way, you can take aim at them from your new position peacefully.
Tip 4 – Ensure Cover!
One should never be caught from behind or the side. Always ensure that you have cover in those areas. Always assume someone is taking aim at you with a sniper rifle. It is alarmingly true!
If you are in a fight and the opponent is chasing you, always place walls behind you during your escape. This way, you confuse the opponent and are protected from fire. With some skill, you can force the enemy to waste ammunition and strike back at the right moment.
Otherwise, the same applies as in all games: Practice a lot and get good!
Here you can find more tips and tricks for Fortnite: Battle Royale
