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<p>After months of being delayed, <a href="https://www.gamespot.com/articles/fortnite-battle-royale-finally-adding-long-delayed/1100-6459100/">jetpacks</a> have finally made their long-awaited debut in <a href="https://www.gamespot.com/fortnite/">Fortnite</a>: 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&#8217;t be around for very long.</p>
<p>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&#8217;t specified how long they&#8217;ll appear, but you&#8217;ll need to be pretty lucky to get your hands on one, as they&#8217;re a Legendary item that can only be found in treasure chests.</p>
<p>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&#8217;re already carrying. Your backpack will also automatically be destroyed once it is fully used up.</p>
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<p>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&#8217;t being used. You will also not be able to enter Targeting Mode while flying.</p>
<p>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 &#8220;soon&#8221; and revolves around &#8220;close quarters combat&#8221; using shotguns and jetpacks. You can learn more about the 4.2 content update in the <a href="https://www.epicgames.com/fortnite/en-US/patch-notes/v4-2-contentupdate" rel="nofollow">patch notes</a> on the Fortnite website.</p>
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