Survival is key in Fortnite, and it all starts by picking the best starting location. Even if you’re a looper who’s been around for each and every season, your likelihood of grabbing that coveted Victory Royale can be gone in a snap if you start off on the wrong foot — whether it be on a mountain with no loot or a hot drop that could send you back to the lobby in no time.
As part of Fortnite Chapter 6, Season 1, a new Japanese-themed island has arrived with new points of interest (POIs) that change the game significantly. However, with these spots, which one is best comes down to your skill and preference. With that in mind, here are the best places to land in Fortnite for the OG sweats, beginners, and everyone in between.
The best places to land in Fortnite
Before jumping into the list, you must understand the basics of what makes a good landing spot. Sure, any location with decent loot and lots of chests might serve you well, but there’s more to that. Is that spot often contested by other players in the lobby? Can you farm mats easily? Is it close to other POIs? Is it too far from the Storm Circle? These recommended landing spots all have their fair share of consistency and the best loot that you’ll need. They also have some quirks that make them the best depending on your playstyle.
Nightshift Forest
First up is Nightshift Forest. This location is probably the biggest POI on the entire Chapter 6, Season 1 map. The location is a new biome on its own that’s as magical as the new season can get. It houses the most number of Elemental and Rare Chests in the game and contain some of the best weapons and boons the game has to offer.
Once you land here, you’ll see a dynamic shift between Day and Night as you interact with the Bushranger NPC and bring him a sprite. Once you offer a sprite, the NPC will hand you a secret vault key to the only vault you’ll come across in the game. So it’s best to land at this spot if you want to start strong and grab the best loot the game has to offer.
Demon’s Dojo
Fortnite Chapter 6, Season 1 is called Demon Hunters, and it wouldn’t be much fun if you played a Battle Royale match without fighting a real demon. Well, what if we told you that you can find the deadliest one in a POI called Demon’s Dojo? Land at the Demon’s Dojo castle and battle the Night Rose, her demons, and a mythical Oni boss who is the toughest to beat in the game, other than the Shogun X boss that spawns in Rift Island.
If you land at this spot, you’ll find the most powerful weapon in the game, the mythic Veiled Precision SMG. Pair it up with the Night Rose Medallion, which reloads your weapons automatically throughout the game, and the Night Rose Oni Void Mask for easy teleportation with even more charges than the regular Void Oni Mask. All in all, if you manage to defeat the boss here and escape with loot alive, you’ve already dominated half the game.
Magic Mosses
OK, we lied about the only vault in the game being in Nightshift Forest. Magic Mosses has its own charm as a preferred landing spot in the game. Land here and grab a sprite. Then head to a shed right in the middle of the POI and break the floors beneath you until you fall in water.
Once you swim out, you’ll notice you’re in a cave. And that’s where the magic happens. Open rare chests and break Slurp Barrels to stack up on shield and then walk between the two turtle statues with a sprite in hand, and voila! You’ll open a mysterious gate to an area hidden right in the middle of nowhere that houses two elemental chests: one rare chest and one Typhoon Blade stand.
This is by far the safest spot to sneak away and to camp in if you like to play the Battle Royale at a slower pace than the usual rush.
Shogun’s Solitude
Shogun’s Solitude may not be your go-to spot in each match but it is a different biome altogether housing a gorgeous Shogun castle. You’ll find one of the Demon Portals open at this location and multiple Typhoon Blade stands to grab a lethal weapon from. Sadly, there are only three Elemental Chests you can get in the location, with a fourth one located far southwest in a Sakura forest.
If you’re one of the ones who like to land away from a sweaty drop location and rotate slowly into the center of the map with the storm, then this is the ideal spot to land in. Plus, you may find yourself lucky to find a Demon roaming around here since you’ll enjoy the experience of a mini-boss fight right in the middle of a match.
Hopeful Heights
While Hopeful Heights is a location often forgotten in the game, for many players it is a legit goldmine. As some players in the game leave their luck to opening loot chests or eliminating an opponent to get higher-rarity weapons, others prefer to make a purchase from NPCs and instantly grab one. Hopeful Heights has two NPCs: Vengeance Jones and Shadow Blade Hope, both of which sell legendary weapons like ARs and SMGs.
The only catch, you need to complete some Expertise Quests to get them in the game, and if you do complete them all, you’ll get tons of XP for free. Other than that, it’s a location just like any other on the map, which is quite safe for you to land early on in a match.
Seaport City
Seaport City is the closest location to Downtown Tokyo in the Chapter 6, Season 1 island as it has high-rise buildings, an overhead metro, convenience stores, sushi restaurants, etc. Some players say the location reminds them of Mega City from Fortnite Chapter 4, Season 2. However, this one is more of a Japanese town rather than a cyberpunk metropolis on the island.
You can leap between buildings, grab a weapon from multiple loot chests that can be found here, and have some of the most insane plays in a game right here, just like you did at Tilted.
Foxy Floodgate
Lastly, Foxy Floodgate is simply a dam. Why land here you ask? Because this location is the best spot for you to go head to head in a build fight with a salty opponent. Want to eliminate them, place a floor at the bottom of the dam like you did in Chapter 2 at Misty Meadows. Still, this location hides two Elemental Chests very cleverly and some secret loot that only adventurous players can find.
But what’s most interesting about this location is that it has a No Emote sign on a mountain right next to it where you can actually try it and see what happens next yourself. We insist you hit the Griddy or even a Floss in front of it. Trust us, go for it.
Frequently asked questions about Fortnite landing spots
Whether you’re playing Fortnite on an iPhone or your PC, there are some common questions players have about assessing the map and getting a good drop. Here are the answers to your most burning Fortnite landing and map questions:
How do you land faster in Fortnite?
To land faster in Fortnite, look directly down and press your “walk forward” button during the drop. This strategy can help you get items before competitors regardless of where you land. You can also enable the AutoRun option while gliding as you look around for enemies.
How do you get the best drop in Fortnite?
To get the best drop in Fortnite, consider using the Copilot tool. This tool maps out the game and helps you to mark your landing with precision and ease. That way, you can get your game off to a perfect start.
Do gliders matter in Fortnite?
Gliders don’t necessarily matter in Fortnite in terms of offering you a competitive advantage, as they’re classified as a cosmetic item. However, there are plenty to choose from, so pick one that best suits the visual style you’re seeking.
