The loot pool for Fortnite's Season 4 sandbox has changed up the meta for getting that sweet Victory Royale, with some OP Mythics that will help you win games more. With the number of weapons and consumables available, prioritizing certain items increases your odds of victory. Here are all the items ranked from the best to worst in Fortnite Season 4.
Loot Pool Rankings
S-Tier
Midas' Masterpiece
The Midas' Masterpiece is one of the most powerful weapons in the game that's capable of one-shotting max-health, fully shielded players. This requires a headshot, but it will easily secure a kill if you land the hit.
Minigun
Meanwhile, the Minigun is known for bursting down players with its extremely high DPS and ease of use. Not only that, it can easily destroy cover if you have the ammo to spare.
A-Tier
Ranger Assault Rifle & Assault Rifle
Both the Ranger Assault Rifle and the standard Assault Rifle are solid ARs, with the Ranger focusing on more range and damage per shot, while the standard is more well-balanced for most ranges.
Pump Action Shotgun & Tactical Pistol
In close quarters, the Pump Action Shotgun still reigns supreme in burst damage, especially when landing all pellets on the head. Its somewhat slow pull-out speed means that you must be the first to draw the shotgun before your opponent. Another viable close-range weapon is the Tactical Pistol, with a 2x headshot damage multiplier that can shred anyone if you land your shots.
Overdrive Grenade
On utility, the Overdrive Grenade is one of the best mobility items with its high movement impulse and the bonus movement speed you get after landing.
Chug Splash & Chug Jug
For consumables, the Chug Splash and Chug Jug dominate when it comes to healing output, as the Splash is quick to deploy while the Jug completely restores all health and shields back to full.
B-Tier
8-bit Shotgun
The 8-bit Shotgun has a higher fire rate than the Pump Action, but lacks the sheer damage output or the tighter spread pattern. While it is easier to use in close ranges, better players with Pump Shotguns will outdamage the 8-bit Shotgun. However, it's still a solid gun for the early game.
Drum Gun
Meanwhile, the Drum Gun has a solid fire rate and TTK, but its higher spread makes it harder to use at range. Against the other ARs, it cannot compete at long range but can compete at mid-range.
Sonic Power Sneakers
The Sonic Power Sneakers are useful for horizontal movement, but it also increases your hitbox, making it easier for enemies to shoot you while running away. If you have no other movement tool, these can work fine.
Bass Boost
The Bass Boosters have more uses and can work well long term, but the Overdrive Grenade outclasses them in player impulse and overall movement.
Harpoon Gun
As a fishing tool, the Harpoon Gun is the best and easiest item to get fish and has some decent utility pulling players in towards you, but as a weapon, it isn't reliable at all.
C/D-Tier
Basic Consumables
C-tier and D-tier items are all the basic consumables that you need to heal and shield yourself. Replace these once you find a Chug Splash and Chug Jug.
