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@JustTeddii epic_staff
2026-05-15 18:37

Questions for the Fortnite community following yesterdays update; * what’s your favourite new Zero Build change? * are there any changes you would like to see in Build? * any other thoughts about the update that you would like to share? Usual rules apply, let’s chat 🤝

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@archer_fortnite epic_partner 2026-05-15 18:38
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@JustTeddii not BR related, but the upcoming power hours in STW should def be longer than an hour
@AllyJax_ player 2026-05-15 23:47
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@JustTeddii -Zero Build changes seem great, I've seen a lot of positive discussion around them. -Bring back the Trap Slot! I've always thought builds should ALWAYS have Launch Pads, similar to how Bunkers (and in some seasons, Shockwaves) were ALWAYS in ZB. --- (1/2)
@Loolo_WRLD epic_partner 2026-05-15 18:44
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1: definitely pocket items, whoever came up with that idea is a genius 2: probably experimenting with starting loot like in zb? I feel like it’d be cool 3: im just so scared for this season to end because i have no idea how you all are going to top these changes, but we trust you 🫡
@AllyJax_ player 2026-05-15 23:48
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@JustTeddii Possibly a hot take, but cut down mobility in builds imo, now that ZB has its own unlimited mobility slot and a more split loot pool, we have a perfect chance to bring back lower mobility metas in builds. -Storm would benefit from being reverted to what it was in Ch1S6 - Ch4S1
@TheActualFlixy player 2026-05-15 18:42
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@JustTeddii 1 - I love the addition of cutting your glider so you can reach the ground quicker 2 - Bring back traps, I would love to see some trap ideas you and the team could cook up for future seasons 3 - The Overwatch collab was done perfectly Ted🙏
@B1G_DAVE87 player 2026-05-15 18:38
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@JustTeddii please add back the rolling mechanic from chapter 6 it was so fun https://t.co/oeyOallK9E
@ScyanYT epic_partner 2026-05-15 18:42
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@JustTeddii Fav is not dying to fall damage, a lovely animation instead, pocket items they were badly needed, and over shield recharge after kill + starting with a weak pistol Honestly every change was a hit i think. Most most fav prob over shield recharge after kill
@redbeard_YT player 2026-05-15 18:58
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@JustTeddii unlimited stamina, Glider Release https://t.co/cLJBtYKBI5
@cuzl_2 player 2026-05-16 01:12
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@JustTeddii i have an incredible idea for a pocket item https://t.co/7QDYYlpKN1
@fortniteop14 player 2026-05-15 18:46
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@JustTeddii @FireMonkey wish there was a way for casuals to have fun, these lobbies are brutal. if the SBMM was working the way it should, I wouldn’t be in lobbies where everyone is disproportionately better than me. Also better matchmaking when playing with friends that aren’t as good as you.
@kaizoslop player 2026-05-15 18:39
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@JustTeddii 1. the glider release!! it allows you to cut some of the unnecessary time while dropping in a match, obviously with the risk of fall damage, it's perfect 2. i don't play builds. no thoughts to share! sorry! 3. players shouldn't start with the shockwave as a pocket item 🙏🙏
@ScyanYT epic_partner 2026-05-15 18:45
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My other thoughts is mainly story related I personally think gameplay this season was extremely strong! But sadly story wise this season was much weaker than i was hoping For rivalry system, each act should have allowed us to switch teams and 2 new focuses fighting each other It would have kept the idea fresh and interesting for longer! So act 2 dasha vs jules Act 3 overwatch vs the boys maybe Ultimately they still part of team ice king and Foundation, but changing the focus and allowing to change teams again would keep the fight interesting till the end!
@theragingreaper player 2026-05-15 18:47
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@JustTeddii 1. My favorite ZB change is def the glider redeploy + glider cutting, really helps with the pace 2. I think the glider cutting would translate well to BR, not the infinite redeploy though 3. Game plays suuuper good and fast paced so not rly any notes
@Gustavo74668328 player 2026-05-15 19:01
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@JustTeddii This update is amazing but it would be cool if Attack on Titan was in it maybe next update with resident evil 🙏
@hotrodd41 epic_partner 2026-05-15 19:26
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@JustTeddii The best ZB change has got to be the infinite sprint + multitude of bug fixes. Also LOVE the shield + staff combo, so much fun. My only request would be a reduction in damage from the gloves and this season would be a perfect 10/10 in my eyes. The Zero Build team COOKED!
@Dublicus epic_partner 2026-05-15 18:38
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@JustTeddii I am a big fan of being able to cut your parachute early to land faster. It’s been incredibly helpful for me to get into the fight faster. Me personally I wish the Splat animation was just a tad faster since if you fall around someone else you’re pretty much dead regardless!
@ThatWitchTV epic_partner 2026-05-15 18:46
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favorite change is the pocket item! Never once did I feel at a disadvantage because I didn’t have movement. Feels incredibly balanced. I’d love to see more pocket item options in the future, specifically EMPs. The most frustrating part of the game for me is still cars. It would be great to see a better counter for that! Overall, I’d have to say this is the best update ever. Love it. Shoutout to all of you guys for the work.
@B1G_DAVE87 player 2026-05-15 18:38
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@JustTeddii and add augments back too
@isaotintheshop player 2026-05-15 18:38
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@JustTeddii Will we be getting new overwatch mythics as act 3 continues? The ones we got already are super fun it would be cool to see more!!
@userisjr player 2026-05-15 19:31
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@JustTeddii @FireMonkey Great item ted timmins👍🏻 https://t.co/PqCUaappuH
@kaizoslop player 2026-05-15 18:41
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@JustTeddii extending into point 3 a little more: i think the shockwave grenade shouldn't be the automatic pocket item that you start with obviously, and switching your pocket items should cost much more gold (1500~) to allow for more strategy. switching your pocket item is WAY too easy
@realNumberSets player 2026-05-15 18:49
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@JustTeddii Is there anything at all I can do to convince you to bring back Team Rumble with a few choice updates that would make the mode excellent?
@BeardedBlevins player 2026-05-15 19:03
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@JustTeddii @FireMonkey Favorite change is the shockwave in the pocket mixed with overall better movement Gloves are amazing for movement but the most annoying thing to fight in the world - click a button and incapacitate someone for 10 seconds is wild 😂 Keep up the good work!
@sparkles_qt player 2026-05-15 19:14
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@JustTeddii @FireMonkey If zb gets to utilize the trap slot, confused why builds isn’t able to have back bounce pads/traps/ etc? Would love to use the slot as well.
@Gl1tch_Leaks epic_partner 2026-05-15 18:40
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@JustTeddii When Indigo Kuno returns?
@MonkeyDLenny player 2026-05-15 19:03
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@JustTeddii You could give us back the landing roll from Chapter 6. If you're cutting out fall damage kills I don't see why still can't get movement from it https://t.co/YfFQF7yD79
@JustTeddii epic_staff 2026-05-16 02:00
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@LylaLo39955 Team cooked!
@BlxrryFN epic_partner 2026-05-15 18:38
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@JustTeddii There is a bug with the kinetic blade where if you try to dash, it won’t move you anywhere and can’t access anything in your inventory The only way I found to fix it was to spam the dash button until it eventually moves you This was a similar issue with the mythic kado version
@AimeeByteBrite epic_partner 2026-05-15 18:45
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Fav update: Cut-glider and re-deploy!! Been asking for this for a while and BEYOND happy its here! And the unlimited shock! Wish for build: Bunkers. I am trying to learn to build and could use a bunker once in a while to help me get a base. Otherwise I tend to not bother loading into builds as I can't breathe! Future: Emote at the remote van to earn gold if you dont have enough for squad cards! Thank you for seeing us who play ZB! 💜
@Chronovadia player 2026-05-15 18:47
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@archer_fortnite @JustTeddii Tbf everyone wants that for br too
@Juankyyzz player 2026-05-15 19:33
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@pw_jon @JustTeddii Dude, I'm so desperate. I haven't been able to play with my girlfriend since December because of SBMM. I only play Fortnite to get V-Bucks in stw. I'd at least like some communication from Epic Games, but it's impossible.
@Ham0Ween epic_partner 2026-05-16 00:20
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@AllyJax_ @AllyJax2 @JustTeddii Vouch for the trap slot!!! BR should ALWAYS have launch pads, armored walls, and spike traps
@Juankyyzz player 2026-05-15 18:37
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@JustTeddii Will you ever comment on SBMM and the changes in December? It's a big problem, especially when you play with friends.
@theragingreaper player 2026-05-15 18:50
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@realNumberSets @JustTeddii This ^^^
@LEGIQN player 2026-05-15 19:53
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@JustTeddii @Dreckerr The Pulse Pistols create a genuine skill gap in fights and they’re in-the-running to be some of my favorite weapons of all-time. Great update imo! Also, I wouldn’t mind the gloves being tweaked so I’m not getting punched and one-pumped midair as the way I die most games. 😂
@ImNicoReal player 2026-05-16 00:47
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@AllyJax_ @JustTeddii OH YEAh please change the storm pace @JustTeddii PLEASEEE dude. This one is sooo needed.
@sparkles_qt player 2026-05-16 04:25
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@JustTeddii Wanted to add I think it would be cool to add higher rival coin reward for taking down a higher level opp. So rank 1-5 10 coins, 6-7 20 coins, 8-10 30 coins, and 11+ 40 coins. Getting only 10 rival coins from taking down a rival goat & then only 10 from a bot doesn’t make sense.
@BananaQueenFN epic_partner 2026-05-15 18:38
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@dave722583 @JustTeddii YES augments need to come back
@akaHaydo player 2026-05-15 18:39
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@JustTeddii I would like to see the ability to play on the server that I should be. ZB on NA gets screwed over while build mode gets to play on East and West in pubs. Give us NA East and West back in ZB pubs please. Game is much more fun not on 2-3x my ping
@EliteBlayze player 2026-05-15 19:20
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@JustTeddii - Favorite is the overshield siphon - I would like to see glider redeployment in Builds as well - And as usual Tim , Unmerge the Zero Build servers and fix/tune the SBMM in team based modes 👍
@pw_jon player 2026-05-15 19:28
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@JustTeddii I'll be ignored like the others who comment the same thing... Sbmm for groups really needs to be reassessed. I would love to be able to play with family and some of my friend group again without having to play solo vs squads each game. Its terrible.
@ClenYouTube player 2026-05-15 20:03
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I love to have a wide variety of pocket items to choose from. Something that I loved about Augments was that the different abilities made for more unique fights. Pocket items have that potential, with everyone being able to have something different. Plus, I personally think it would be better to be able to select the pocket items in the lobby.
@its_xavilol55 player 2026-05-15 18:53
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@JustTeddii Hi, I'm experiencing a lot of games where there are very few players in very large zones. This happened in Zero Build, unranked yesterday. I was thinking they could do something so the storm also closes in based on the number of remaining players, but the time limit would still.. https://t.co/xMWf49xNiS
@CoolioUncle epic_partner 2026-05-15 18:59
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@JustTeddii 1. Pocket items, incredible!! 😭 2. I'd like to see MORE pocket items. Maybe borrow the fire grenade from ballistic? Or the deployable wall.. 3. I think that glider redeploy is maybe a bit too generous. Perhaps if the glider redeploy was turned into a pocket item too?
@KiriBuilds epic_partner 2026-05-15 19:13
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@JustTeddii 1. Pocket items are great, but should only be cover items 2. Traps 3. ZB feels like a speed demon's paradise rn - WAY too much mobility. No point in using cover. Glider cut feels janky & harder to avoid shots while gliding/readjust height, should only work once ~15m above ground
@theofficialjcm player 2026-05-15 19:14
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@JustTeddii just want ranked reload getting some of the love man we legit got none of the new items in reload ranked which ALOT of people prefer to play ranked cause of siphon + something to grind for, having to play pubs for the new loot is just annoying (respectfully)
@ytlyts player 2026-05-15 19:42
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@JustTeddii @HYPEX remove cube rifle
@JoellJoelly epic_partner 2026-05-15 19:46
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@JustTeddii bring back ballistic
@toxicblondettv player 2026-05-16 01:41
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Fav new change = pulse pistols in first person + unlimited movement. This was the most creative, best mid-season update I’ve personally seen almost ever. On the backend, the skill based matchmaking changes/server merge are creating an environment where creators are non stop fighting the same people daily. It’s also increased harassment from stream snipers for creators like myself with larger audiences. Would love to see a change on the backend with the servers and skill based matchmaking eventually as well!
@NotRealms epic_partner 2026-05-16 03:11
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@JustTeddii @SpushFNBR All good stuff but Im worried how the changes will affect new players transitioning to builds later on if the gamemodes become too different.
@BananaQueenFN epic_partner 2026-05-15 18:38
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@JustTeddii POCKET ITEMS ARE PEAK 🔥🔥 also first person battle royale is insanely cool! Would be awesome to see more fps BR in the future!
@FreezerRebooted player 2026-05-15 18:41
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@JustTeddii @HYPEX The glider cutting needs to be differentiated somehow imho. It feels too clunky when dropping from the bus when I’d rather continue free falling the old way rather then plummeting straight down. Maybe holding the glider deploy button to cut the shoot is an alternative.
@Starlight_Skull epic_partner 2026-05-15 18:43
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@JustTeddii 1. I love being able to enter Free Fall! 2. Not much of a builds player so no feedback to share. 3. I feel that players should start the match with a Shield Bubble rather than a Shockwave Grenade because in many of my games player spend more time running than fighting.
@MeowsclesNo player 2026-05-15 18:52
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@archer_fortnite @JustTeddii or what if they make missions shorter for that power hour 👀
@AtomReal_UEFN player 2026-05-15 18:55
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I love that you guys are trying to give Zero Build its own unique identity and giving it some love. While I haven’t had a chance to play yet due to being hundreds of miles away from home, I do have some overall feedback/ideas you guys could play around with/look into! I think the pickaxe infinite sprint change is so cool and something I’ve been wanting for a long time, I can’t wait to try it out! The brick a bunkers are also very cool. Maybe give the option of editing them in zero builds? Would be very useful and allow for more options in covering yourself. Fall damage changes look fun! Now I have some more feedback and would appreciate it being considered/responded to but it’s a bit lengthy and I’ve put a lot of thought into it while trying to be as respectful as possible… Something on a bit of a different topic/thing I’ve noticed regarding communication. To be blunt, Would it be possible for you guys to be less scared of talking/communicating about the Fortnite lore/story? I feel like you guys are trying to bring back the characters and lore that we Fortnite fans used to love and sometimes it feels like the lore falls into a state of “nostalgia bait” where it seems moreso like you only brought back the OG characters because people asked for them and you guys don’t really care for it. I think overall we would just like to be able to offer advice/know that we are being heard/considered when we have complaints about missing details or plot holes in the lore because i know for me personally and many others it’s really annoying when there are inconsistencies that get ignored/brushed aside as if they don’t matter at all. 😅 I apologize for giving feedback that is a little off topic and I know is probably difficult but it would be great to hear a response from you on this matter and have been trying to ask for this for a long time.
@LudoFNBR player 2026-05-15 19:48
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@JustTeddii being able to choose what pocket item you start with (Shockwaves, Med mist, Shield Bubble) before a match starts would be pretty cool. And from there if you want to change it during the match, go to a vending machine.
@OuterspaceWing player 2026-05-15 19:56
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@JustTeddii Bring back the resize bug. We need it as a feature. It would be so useful for Creative maps / map making 🙏
@MrMisanthropex player 2026-05-15 20:15
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@JustTeddii CHANGE. THE. SBMM
@voiddog__ player 2026-05-15 20:43
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@JustTeddii The pocket items are nice, but I wish bunkers would still stack to 4 with old ones instead of adding new ones. Also glider cutting is cool, but removes the ability to spam glider, maybe add a keybind/combo to cut?
@Swearin_ player 2026-05-15 22:08
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@sparkles_qt @JustTeddii @FireMonkey And yesss bring bouncers or equivalent utility back to builds using the trap slot again 🔥
@valthevalYT player 2026-05-16 00:24
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@JustTeddii @TheRealB_T_23 Would love to see the return of NA east servers for zero build
@Dreckerr epic_staff 2026-05-16 01:12
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@JibbSmart @Skillzx5_ @JustTeddii https://t.co/Ovac0cDwwc
@ElimarVEN player 2026-05-15 18:38
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@JustTeddii Infinite stamina pickaxe
@ShotMarco3 epic_partner 2026-05-15 18:39
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@JustTeddii for me its very good ngl goated update great work to the team 🔥
@Spideynbh player 2026-05-15 18:39
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@JustTeddii Sbmm fix please, I can't enjoy anything having to play with crazy sweaties, with the tracer pistols is even harder now
@xxxxxyaury player 2026-05-15 18:39
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@JustTeddii I want to see more vehicle in br such as driftboard or chopas or ballers. This vehicles are essence of fortnite and funny
@3jx3than player 2026-05-15 18:42
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@JustTeddii Honestly, nothing that I can think of. Yesterday’s update was unreal! Not only that, but learning that The Singularity is returning, maybe Slone too, was the cherry on top of the cake! I’m so looking forward to the lore event and epilogue! Foundation and Ice King team up? 👀🤍
@Flipzo7 player 2026-05-15 18:43
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@JustTeddii A couple changes i’d like to see in builds are more traps and the return of traps in the trap slot, and the return of loot island (from ch4s2-ch5s4) And POSSIBLY the return of reality augments (C4S1-C4S4), but overall i think we need more balancing changes in Builds
@gametugboat3985 player 2026-05-15 18:47
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@JustTeddii The fall damage change feels pointless since glider redeploy got added and you can cancel your glider. running has become more of a problem with the update. pocket items are cool but the items chosen are not really good, why take anything but the shockwave. 1/2
@trumpetAF player 2026-05-15 18:54
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@JustTeddii @HappyPower Zero build changes in zero build reload please. Great update
@Tee_the_Vee player 2026-05-15 18:59
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@CoolioUncle @JustTeddii oh my god the wall would be amazing
@RealRadRedHead epic_partner 2026-05-15 19:04
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@JustTeddii The pocket slot is a great change which allows for more varied loadouts but I have two suggestions: - Using the item feels clunky. Pressing Q should throw the item out instantly like grenades in StW. - Shockwaves feel like the objective best pocket item right now [1/?]
@Zer0GN player 2026-05-15 19:46
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@JustTeddii beyond just the bugs surrounding the gliders rn, im happy with most of the ZB changes! i would love to see more pocket items and maybe not always spawning with the shockwaves. however, PLEASE make it so if you use the pocket item it automatically switches back to the hotbar🙏
@Stargazer188069 player 2026-05-15 19:50
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@JustTeddii @FireMonkey 1. Pocket items great addition. 2. Starting loot. 3.redeployment/and literally having the ability to cut the glider. Amazing update just hope server stability gets better.
@toukotomato player 2026-05-15 20:02
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@JustTeddii @Dreckerr I LOVE the ability to deploy my glider and freefall!! It makes movement much more interesting. As for other thoughts, the streaming assets problem is getting way worse :( Please consider bringing back the option to pre-download them, everything looks so blurry or doesn’t load now
@ArcTreitor player 2026-05-15 20:11
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@JustTeddii I feel like you guys just added way too much shit. This is BR not reload. You guys have no idea wtf you doing. The only good thing is being able to redeploy and cut it. People run away way too much. Get revived way too easy and can heal way too easy. It's really that simple.
@VaultedHero player 2026-05-15 20:25
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@JustTeddii @realAlucar Favorite ZB change is the glider cutting and redeploy. Siphon is great too! I don’t play Build. Hate to be that guy, but I don’t love that this update was themed around a collab. I definitely fall into the category of Fortnite players who are so tired of all of the collabs.
@JonOOOHHH player 2026-05-15 20:30
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@JustTeddii We want Medallions and boss weapons back, the Battle Bus to change every season, gold to transfer between games again, the floating island mid game again, more non-collab cars and trucks in the shop, better Crew pack rewards. Reload, Blitz and STW Battle Passes.
@Dreckerr epic_staff 2026-05-15 21:55
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@Skillzx5_ @JustTeddii @JibbSmart you might be interested in this feedback!
@PiplupSZN player 2026-05-15 22:34
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@JustTeddii Good changes, the infinite stamina with pickaxe + pocket shockwave out feels very fluid and def helps rotating without having to burn movement items. Please bring back zero build servers for NA West each game is still being rooted to NA central 🥲
@SlapdashSD player 2026-05-15 23:05
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@JustTeddii Another thing: there should be a sound effect for when your pocket item is available for use and not available Example video below https://t.co/895vxXb4zE
@JibbSmart player 2026-05-15 23:44
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@Dreckerr @Skillzx5_ @JustTeddii Sure am! Thanks for passing it on, Nick ❤️
@Dreckerr epic_staff 2026-05-16 01:08
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@JibbSmart @Skillzx5_ @JustTeddii 🐐
@JibbSmart player 2026-05-16 01:11
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@Dreckerr @Skillzx5_ @JustTeddii https://t.co/g7uhCClRi8
@pw_jon player 2026-05-15 19:29
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@Juankyyzz @JustTeddii I have yet to see any of them comment on it. I was able to get tofu chris to comment one time when I joked saying Elon Musk was advocating for sbmm tweaks a few weeks back.
@MrWinningPlayz player 2026-05-15 20:02
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@JustTeddii More of a request for CH7.S3 and beyond, all guns get reduced damage numbers, nice guns for this season but it removes the skill gap and creates more insta deaths for players not seeing the fight coming, balance out those damage numbers for a more fresh outcome to Matches PLEASE!