Fortnite Patch 12.50 Notes Include Major Nerf to Aim Assist
By Max Mallow
Fortnite Patch 12.50 went live Wednesday morning including a major change to one of the most debated topics in the community.
Epic Games nerfed controller aim assist so that it doesn't provide players with an overwhelming advantage when it comes to shooting enemies. It's a debate that's not exclusive to Fortnite, but it seems Epic Games is making the first move in the battle royale genre to combat unfair advantages.
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Fortnite Patch 12.50 Notes Include Major Nerf to Aim Assist
According to Epic Games and Reddit user Jeff03blue_Instinct who compiled patch notes information on the game's Reddit, aim assist on 240hz now acts like aim assist on 60hz. The change affects how players will experience target acquisition on controller.
The age-old debate between PC and console players in video games is that console players have it easier with aim assist. It seems Epic Games is taking steps to make sure that the difference between the two is fair and balanced.
Fortnite Patch 12.50 also included changes to the Heavy Sniper Rifle. The base damage on both the Epic and Legendary variants were nerfed.
Fortnite Patch 12.50 is now live on all available platforms.