After months of being delayed, jetpacks have finally made their long-awaited debut in Fortnite: Battle Royale. The items arrive on PS4, Xbox One, PC, and iOS as part of the 4.2 content update, but despite their extended gestation period, they won`t be around for very long.Unlike most other items that Epic has recently added to Fortnite, jetpacks will only be available in the game for a limited time. The developer hasn`t specified how long they`ll appear, but you`ll need to be pretty lucky to get your hands on one, as they`re a Legendary item that can only be found in treasure chests.Jetpacks are the first in a new line of items that Epic is introducing to the game: backpacks. Unlike the Back Bling cosmetics that were added earlier this year, backpacks take up an inventory slot like other weapons and items. Players can only pick one backpack up at a time; if you grab a second, it will replace the one you`re already carrying. Your backpack will also automatically be destroyed once it is fully used up.Jetpacks are activated by pressing jump while in the air; however, you will only be able to stay airborne for a limited time before you must recharge. Fortunately, the jetpack begins recharging automatically when it isn`t being used. You will also not be able to enter Targeting Mode while flying.Alongside the jetpacks, Epic has kicked off a new limited-time event in Battle Royale: Solid Gold v2. This marks the second iteration of the mode, and as before, the only weapons it features are of the Legendary variety. Another limited-time mode called Close Encounters is also scheduled to arrive in the game `soon` and revolves around `close quarters combat` using shotguns and jetpacks. You can learn more about the 4.2 content update in the patch notes on the Fortnite website.
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