Fortnite OG Season 2 is now here, which means it's time to revisit a classic battle royale map and get involved in the sweaty madness that personifies Tilted Towers! While some players will make a beeline to this divisive POI, others will be staying well clear of it, but by now everyone should know what to expect if they decide to drop into that city area. This map set up was first seen seven years ago, and is considered to represent a golden era for the battle royale when Fortnite started attracting a wider player base and getting increased attention. If you're keen to find out more, then here's everything you need to know about Fortnite OG Season 2.
When does Fortnite OG Season 2 start?
The Fortnite OG Season 2 release date is Friday January 31, 2025, as seen in the official announcement from the @FortniteGame account. Although there has been no official start time confirmed, based on previous seasons it is likely that Fortnite OG Season 2 will launch at 6am PST / 9am EST / 2pm GMT once the Fortnite server downtime has concluded, and it will run until March 25, 2025.
What is included in Fortnite OG Season 2?
Probably the biggest change for Fortnite OG Season 2 is the update to the map, which brings a number of iconic Points of Interest back to the battle royale, including many players' most favored or hated hot drop spot – Tilted Towers! If you head anywhere near there then be prepared for things to get sweaty fast, though of course this isn't the only location making a comeback. Here are all of the POIs returning for the start of Season 2 in Fortnite OG:
- Haunted Hills
- Junk Junction
- Shifty Shafts
- Snobby Shores
- Tilted Towers
There is also a new Fortnite OG Season 2 Pass available, with 45 tiers of retro rewards to unlock including three outfits. If you want to get more than a few freebies though you'll need to buy the OG Pass, which either costs 1,000 V-Bucks ($8.99 / £6.99) as a one-off purchase or is included as part of the Fortnite Crew subscription for an ongoing $11.99 / £8.99 payment every month. From the official announcement, these are the three outfits included:
- Sparkle Diva (can be claimed immediately when purchasing the OG Pass)
- Cuddle Team Specialist
- Knight Conqueror
Fortnite OG Season 2 will also see a selection a classic gear returning to the loot pool, with new items being added at regular intervals. Keep an eye out for the following arriving over the course of the season:
- Small Shield Potion (available now)
- Multi-Surface Damage Trap (available now)
- Boogie Bomb
- Suppressed Pistol
- Cozy Campfire
- Chug Jug
- Minigun
- Crossbow
- Impulse Grenade
Remember, you can claim OG rewards by earning XP across any of the available experiences, so get working towards those new goals now that Fortnite OG Season 2 has launched!
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