Fortnite Nerfed The Iron Man Combat Kit & War Machine Hover Jets (Fortnite Patch Notes)

Summary

In this video, the creator discusses the recent Fortnite updates affecting the Iron Man combat kit and the War Machine hover Jets. The changes include reduced fuel and boosts for hover Jets, and damage reduction and targeting adjustments for the combat kit. Despite these nerfs, the presenter argues that these items remain strong and viable in gameplay. Strategies for using and countering these items are also shared, emphasizing the importance of mobility and positioning.

Takeaways

• 🔧 Fortnite recently nerfed the Iron Man combat kit and the War Machine hover Jets in Battle Royale.
• 🛢️ The hover Jets now have less fuel and shorter boost duration when flying.
• 🦾 The Iron Man combat kit deals less damage to players and no longer has bonus headshot damage.
• 🎯 The kit now requires more precise aim and closer distance to lock on, making it harder to use effectively.
• 🚀 Despite nerfs, the video suggests that the Iron Man combat kit is still quite powerful and useful in the game.
• ⏱️ The jetpack's fuel regenerates over time, so it's not a complete loss, but players need to manage it more carefully.
• 💥 The damage of the Iron Man gloves was reduced from 30 to 24, and the lock-on range was decreased from 50m to 40m.
• 🔄 The lock-on retention was reduced by 15%, requiring more precise aiming to activate.
• 🏃‍♂️ The video suggests using double mobility items like the Sherry claws to counter the Iron Man gloves effectively.
• 🚗 Using vehicles can also mitigate the effects of the Iron Man combat kit, as it's harder for the gloves to lock on while the player is in a car.
• 📉 The nerfs are seen as a way to balance the game, giving opponents more options to counter the Iron Man playstyle.

Q & A

What was the main topic of the video?

The video discusses the recent update or nerf to the Iron Man combat kit and the War Machine hover Jets in Fortnite.

What changes did Fortnite make to the Iron Man combat kit?

Fortnite reduced the damage of the Iron Man combat kit, removed the bonus headshot damage, required more precise aim and closer distance to lock on, and reduced the lock-on retention by 15%.

How did Fortnite adjust the War Machine hover Jets?

The War Machine hover Jets now have less fuel and provide fewer boosts when flying.

What was the community's reaction to these changes?

Many in the Fortnite community felt that the items were ruined, but the video suggests they are still quite good despite the nerfs.

What is the new damage value for the Iron Man gloves after the nerf?

The damage was reduced from 30 to 24.

What was the previous lock-on range for the Iron Man combat kit, and what is it now?

The lock-on range was reduced from 50 meters to 40 meters.

How does the video suggest players should adapt to the changes with the hover Jets?

Players should be more mindful of their fuel levels and avoid overusing the jetpack, allowing it to regenerate when not in immediate need.

What strategy does the video recommend for dealing with the Iron Man gloves in combat?

The video suggests using double mobility items like the Sherry claws for better evasion, starting fights with HP advantage, and using vehicles like cars to reduce the chances of being caught off guard.

How does the video feel about the overall impact of the nerfs on the Iron Man item?

While the nerfs have made the item more escapable, the video still considers the Iron Man gloves to be a top-tier item in the game that requires respect.

What does the video suggest about the future viability of the Iron Man item in gameplay?

The video suggests that the Iron Man item is still very effective and can be used in much the same way as before, but opponents now have more options to counter it.

What is the video's opinion on the balance of the game after these changes?

The video believes the changes were good as they provided more counterplay options without completely ruining the Iron Man item's effectiveness.

Outlines

00:00

🛠️ Fortnite Nerfs Iron Man Combat Kit and Jetpack

In this video, the presenter discusses the recent changes made by Fortnite to the Iron Man combat kit and the War Machine hover Jets jetpack. The Fortnite status update mentioned that the jetpack now has less fuel and the Iron Man combat kit does less damage to players, with no bonus headshot damage and a requirement for more precise aim and closer distance to lock on. Despite these nerfs, the presenter still believes these items are quite good and not ruined as some community members claim. The jetpack's fuel regeneration over time mitigates the nerf, and the Iron Man gloves, although nerfed, remain a challenging item to deal with in the game. The damage was reduced from 30 to 24, the lock-on range from 50m to 40m, and the lock-on retention was reduced by 15%. The presenter suggests that these changes make the item more escapable but still effective, and advises players to be mindful of fuel levels and not to overuse the jetpack.

05:02

🎮 Strategy for Dealing with the Nerfed Iron Man Item

The second paragraph focuses on strategies for dealing with the nerfed Iron Man combat kit. The presenter suggests starting fights with an HP advantage and using double mobility items like the Sherry claws for better evasion. They mention that the lock-on range reduction helps in escaping the item's effect, and using a car can reduce the chances of getting caught off guard by the Iron Man item while also conserving jetpack fuel. The presenter concludes that despite the nerfs, the Iron Man item remains a top-tier item in the game that requires respect. They advise players not to underestimate opponents using the Iron Man gloves and to consider using mobility and cars strategically to counter them effectively.

Keywords

💡Nerf

A 'nerf' in gaming refers to a reduction in the effectiveness or power of a game element, typically a weapon or ability. In the video, the term is used to describe recent changes made by Fortnite to the Iron Man combat kit and the War Machine hover Jets, which have been made less powerful to balance gameplay.

💡Fortnite

Fortnite is a popular online video game known for its Battle Royale mode. The video discusses updates to this game, specifically the nerfing of certain items, which are central to the video's theme of discussing game balance and player strategies.

💡Iron Man combat kit

The Iron Man combat kit is a set of in-game items in Fortnite that allows players to use abilities similar to the Marvel superhero Iron Man. The video discusses how this kit has been nerfed, reducing its damage and changing its mechanics to require more precise aim and closer distance to lock on.

💡War Machine hover Jets

War Machine hover Jets are a type of jetpacks in Fortnite that allow players to fly. The video mentions that these jets now have less fuel and fewer boosts when flying, which is a nerf intended to balance their utility in the game.

💡Balance adjustments

Balance adjustments are changes made to a game to ensure that no particular element is too powerful or too weak. The video discusses how Fortnite made balance adjustments to the Iron Man combat kit and hover Jets to make them less dominant in gameplay.

💡Fuel

In the context of the video, 'fuel' refers to the resource that powers the hover Jets in Fortnite. The nerf to the jets includes them having less fuel, which means players must now manage their use of the jets more carefully to avoid running out of fuel during critical moments.

💡Headshot multiplier

A 'headshot multiplier' is a game mechanic where hitting an enemy in the head deals more damage than hitting other body parts. The video explains that Fortnite removed the headshot multiplier from the Iron Man combat kit, making it less lethal.

💡Lock on Range

The 'lock on range' refers to the distance within which a player can automatically target an enemy. The video mentions that the lock on range for the Iron Man combat kit was reduced, making it harder to lock onto enemies from a distance.

💡Lock on retention

Lock on retention pertains to how long a game will maintain a lock-on target once it's acquired. The video describes a nerf to the Iron Man combat kit's lock on retention, requiring players to be more precise with their aim to maintain the lock on effect.

💡Double Mobility

Double Mobility refers to using two mobility-enhancing items or abilities simultaneously. The video suggests that using double Mobility, such as combining the hover Jets with the Sherry claws, can help players manage their fuel more effectively and avoid being caught off guard.

💡Counterplay

Counterplay in gaming refers to strategies or actions that can be used to counter an opponent's moves or advantages. The video discusses how the nerfs to the Iron Man combat kit have introduced more counterplay options for players facing opponents using this kit.

Highlights

Fortnite made balance adjustments to the Iron Man combat kit and the War Machine hover Jets.

The Iron Man combat kit now deals less damage to players and no longer has bonus headshot damage.

The War Machine hover Jets now have less fuel and boosts when flying.

The Iron Man combat kit requires more precise aim and closer distance to lock on.

The video suggests that despite nerfs, the Iron Man combat kit is still quite good.

The jetpack change means it runs out of fuel faster, but it's not a game-changer.

Jetpack fuel regenerates over time, so the nerf is less impactful.

The damage of the Iron Man gloves was reduced from 30 to 24.

The lock-on range for the Iron Man gloves was reduced from 50m to 40m.

The lock-on retention was reduced by 15%, requiring more precision in aiming.

The video suggests the jetpack nerf indirectly affects the Iron Man gloves' playstyle.

Using double mobility items like the Sherry claws can help manage jetpack fuel more effectively.

The video recommends not to overuse the jetpack to avoid running out of fuel during fights.

The Iron Man gloves are still top tier and require respect when playing against.

The video advises getting an HP advantage before engaging with the Iron Man gloves.

Using vehicles like cars can help avoid getting caught off guard by the Iron Man item.

The video concludes that the Iron Man item is still very effective despite the nerfs.

Transcripts

what is Up Guys in today's video I'm

going to be talking about the recent

update or Nerf that fortnite put out to

the Iron Man combat kit and the war

machine hover Jets jetpack as always if

you guys do enjoy this video remember to

give it a like subscribe if you like to

see more and comment down below what you

think of these changes as per usual in

the fortnite community I've seen a lot

of people kind of uh acting like these

items are ruined but I think they're

still quite good what fortnite status

said about the changes is they said

we've made some balance adjust ments in

Battle Royale and zero build war

machines hover Jets now have less Fuel

and boosts when flying and the Iron Man

combat kit now does less damage to

players no longer deals bonus headshot

damage requires more precise aim and

closer distance to lock on so they Nerf

the combat kit in every way pretty much

aside from fire rate I guess or how much

it overheats or how quickly it overheats

but they Nerf the Iron Man combat kit

pretty hard I still think it's pretty

good uh and it's still something that's

difficult to deal with for the jetpack

change it now runs out of fuel faster

like this is noticeable but it's not the

end of the world especially because it's

something that regenerates over time if

jetpacks had like a single use where

like once you ran out of fuel the item

was gone or maybe you had to like bring

it to the gas stations to refuel it I

feel like that would make this Nerf much

more noticeable but it's really just

something you got to be a little bit

more mindful of when you're playing the

game and as long as you don't overuse

the jetpack and then get caught in a

situ situation where you have no fuel I

feel like it's something that's not

really going to bother you too much it's

still a very good item the Iron Man

gloves themselves as far as the changes

go the damage was reduced from 30 to 24

the lock on Range was reduced from 50 m

to 40 m there is now no headshot

multiplier as fortnite status said and

then the lock on retention was reduced

by 15% so I don't really know what this

means but my understanding of this is

like how picky the game is about where

your Crosshair is to actually activate

the lock on you need and they said you

need to be a little more precise when

aiming this is basically what it means

you need to be I guess 15% more On

Target than you previously did to

actually get the lock on effect and

activate the lock on effect I don't

think this is the biggest deal in a lot

of fights because a lot of times what

the Iron Man user wants to do is just

jetpack up and shoot down on you and if

that's happening then it's still

probably going to be pretty easy for

them to try you but in situations where

you're trying to get away from the item

or maybe you're using some ability of

your own that's possibly a situation

where this lock on retention Nerf maybe

will come into play and I feel like

that's the biggest way in which this was

changed it's just like more escapable

than it was before like I said I think

the jetpack is still very important and

very much worth using you just need to

pay a little bit more attention if you

think you're about to get into a fight

don't just full spam your jetp pack if

it's at half fuel maybe kind of take a

little bit of a break and let it regen

you just don't don't really want to be

caught using your jetpack for Mobility

to the point where the fuel is

incredibly low that way you don't have

fuel when a fight breaks out using

double Mobility like the Sherry claws

for example also makes this much easier

to deal with because you kind of have

two Mobility items rather than relying

on just the jetpack and and so you're

going to be using less fuel you know uh

the time where the fuel will go most

quickly is going to be when you're in

the air and boosting while being in the

air the entire time in those situations

it runs out incredibly fast F uh and you

need to be very mindful of those

situations when you're doing it because

if you're running out of fuel and you

don't realize going to be bad I feel

like this in a way it's like an indirect

Nerf to the Iron Man gloves if you're

just using the dashes and you're using

it to travel it still has plenty fuel

but if you're in every fight kind of jet

packing up spamming your dashes and

trying to be annoying to hit while you

just shoot down on people with the

Ironman combat kit and the auto turret

you're going to run out of fuel pretty

quick and that is why I think this

jetpack Nerf was actually a more

targeted Nerf to the Iron Man gloves

rather than a Nerf to the jetpack itself

like the jetpack did get nerfed but like

I feel like this hits the Iron Man play

style more than anything else I think

the gloves are still pretty effective

and it's something you still need to

respect when playing against if you run

into somebody using Iron Man gloves and

you just completely disrespect them

because this item got nerfed and don't

take the fight seriously kind of play it

lazily and just sit out in the open

shoot at them you're going to get melted

pretty quick by the Iron Man glove still

it it's still still a very melty item to

deal with like you can die incredibly

fast to this item it just has more

counterplay now I think um it doesn't

kill as fast but I still think it's a

top tier item in the game right now and

a lot of what I said in yesterday's

video in regards to playing against the

Iron Man combat kit still stands pretty

well like getting caught off guard or

getting third partied by somebody using

these gloves will be a pretty tough

fight and possibly one that sends you

back to the lobby if I know I'm fighting

somebody using the Iron Man gloves I do

not want that fight to start at an HP

deficit for me or neutral HP I want to

start that fight with ar tags and if I

don't get decent damage to open the

fight I just want to reset that fight

and that's another reason why having the

double Mobility is pretty good

um like the Iron Man item is just like

even with the lock on Nerf a bit it's

still an incredibly item for it's still

an incredibly easy item to use and so I

feel like in fights the opponent is

always just going to get there is with

that item you know like the cons the

floor of this item is still pretty high

like I said in yesterday's video and so

going against it on neutral HP you kind

of put yourself in a situation where

like you need to be perfect but if you

you know get an HP advantage on them and

then push and try to take advantage of

that HP Advantage I think that's going

to be the best time uh or like what

results in you having the best success

versus this item so I think the opening

damage tags are still important the lock

on Range going from 40 m or from 50 to

40 m does help when fighting it but I

feel like a lot of the fights where like

they're just kind of jetpacking above

you and shooting down you're always

within 40 m anyways I I feel like it's

not like they made it 20 where they got

to get on you you know so I feel like

people can still play mostly the same

with this item I think the time where

the range of the lock on is most helpful

to you or and the lock on retention

thing is most helpful to you if you're

playing against it is that it kind of

gives you more room to escape like the

fact that it now cuts off at 40 MERS I

feel like makes situations where you can

escape this item a little more plausible

than it was before um and so double

Mobility is my solution to this item

anytime I get into a fight that's not on

good terms for me versus a glove user I

just want to use the Sherry claw jetpack

combo get out of there maybe they chase

and then I can beam them and make it a

more favorable situation or we can reset

the fight and take it later on you just

don't want to be in a deficit versus

this item because it's so consistent

they will just eventually you know beat

you if they do have that damage

Advantage uh and then like I said

yesterday as well cars I also really

like for dealing with this item because

it makes it a little less uh like they

can't hit you with it when you're in the

car they can hit you with the uni beam

but as long as you play it right that's

not that big of a deal if someone tries

to UNI beam me I'm going to get out of

my car and beam them and then that's

going to be my HP advantage and I'm

going to press that fight and you know

get that elimination uh but just like

not getting beamed by the regular

version of it when you're in the car is

quite good I think and this is also nice

because if you're using a car to travel

around it reduces your chances of like

the Iron Man item getting a good engage

on you but it also decreases the chances

of your jetpack running out of fuel in a

bad moment because you're not just

spamming the jetpack to constantly

travel around the map so I found myself

taking advantage of cars more once the

Iron Man item was added I feel like at

the start of the season I didn't really

care about them because the jetpack was

so good but with the spawn rate Nerfs to

the jetpack and the fuel Nerfs feel like

cars present themselves as being like a

little more high value and then

also reduces the chances of just getting

caught off guard by the Iron Man thing

and I feel like that's what the Iron Man

user wants is they just want neutral HP

they jump on you they spam it and then

you're probably back in the lobby but um

that is going to be it for this video

and the changes I I think the changes

were good but the Iron Man item is still

very annoying to deal with and it's

still something that's going to be very

good so if you were upset that they

nerfed it cuz it was like the only way

you were getting wins I think you could

still use it and use it in pretty much

the exact same way you did before and

you're probably going to win a lot of

games doing so just people have more

options when playing against it

especially if they use Mobility uh let

me know what you guys think in the

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