The current Fortnite Galactic Battle mini-season features a Star Wars-themed loot pool that includes only blasters, with no regular Fortnite weapons in sight. Despite some initial confusion, this setup appears to be intentional for the entire season. In the official patch notes, Epic Games wrote that “it’s blasters only on day one,” which many players misread as implying that traditional weapons would return after the first day.

However, the structure of this season points to a full commitment to the Star Wars theme. Seven new blasters were added—each covering different roles typically found in Fortnite’s usual loot pool. From rifles to DMR-style weapons, pump shotguns, and SMGs, every niche appears to be filled by a Star Wars counterpart. It wouldn’t make much sense to design and balance this many new guns only to replace them mid-season.

This being a one-month collab season makes a blaster-only format even more reasonable. Future updates will introduce more themed weapons, like those tied to Chewbacca and The Mandalorian. With Fortnite reaffirming via its news feed that it’s “blasters only this season,” the full commitment to this loot pool now seems clear.

Weapon Roles and Balance in the New Meta (Fortnite Blasters Meta)

Despite initial concerns, the blasters cover a wide range of tactical needs. The F-11D serves well as a third-person spray weapon for close to mid-range engagements, pairing nicely with a shotgun. The IQA-11 is an effective DMR-style weapon and arguably one of the best tools in the pool for mid-to-long-range combat.

Meanwhile, the A280 functions as this season’s red dot AR but lacks the immediate kill potential of weapons like the Hollow Twister. This contrast gives the IQA-11 more room to shine, something DMRs have struggled with in previous seasons where red dot ARs dominated long-range fights.

The shotgun lineup—namely the ACP scatter blaster (pump style) and Barm ST12 (auto style)—is still up for debate. Most players seem to favor the pump variant, but neither feels completely dominant. This indecision points to a healthy balance where loadout preferences are based more on playstyle than raw performance.

Other Blasters Worth Noting

Several additional weapons add depth to the loadout possibilities. The CR-2 SMG is quick and efficient, offering a close-range spray option. The DLT-19 resembles an LMG and provides solid suppressive fire. Then there’s the DT-15, a longer-range blaster from past events, which some players still find useful depending on the fight.

Opinions on the overall power of these blasters vary wildly. Some players feel they’re overpowered and melt too quickly, while others claim they’re weak and ineffective. The truth likely lies in the middle, as the current loot pool encourages varied loadouts and strategic play.

Why This Loot Pool Works—For Now

While Star Wars-themed weapons might not be everyone’s preference, the limited-time nature of this mini-season allows for experimentation without long-term commitment. For players who miss the classic Fortnite arsenal, this month-long diversion offers a break and a reset.

It also helps build anticipation for whatever comes next in June. Assuming regular weapons return in the next season, their reappearance will feel fresher simply because they’ve been out of rotation. Complaints about “samey” loot pools, like those during Lawless, may be avoided by this short-term variety.

The main issue lies in Epic’s initial wording, which caused confusion among players. A clearer statement would’ve avoided the ongoing debate about whether the loot pool would expand beyond blasters. Still, the current setup fits the season’s theme well and offers balanced gameplay within the Star Wars framework.