Fortnite, one of the world’s most popular battle royale games, has not only attracted millions of players but also a significant number of cheaters trying to exploit the system. Over the years, several hacks and cheating tools have become notorious in the Fortnite community. While Epic Games maintains a zero-tolerance policy toward cheating, here’s a look at some of the most infamous hacks that have made headlines.
1. Aimbot Hacks
Aimbots are one of the most widely used and infamous Fortnite hacks. They allow players to automatically lock onto opponents, guaranteeing headshots with nearly every shot. Players using aimbots often have inhumanly fast reaction times and perfect aim, giving them an unfair advantage.
Notable incident: In 2019, YouTuber Jarvis Kaye (Faze Jarvis) was permanently banned from Fortnite after posting a video where he used an aimbot in casual matches. His ban sparked major debates about cheating and content creation.
2. Wallhacks (ESP Hacks)
Wallhacks, or ESP (Extra Sensory Perception) hacks, let cheaters see opponents through walls and structures. This gives them critical information about enemy locations, loadouts, and movements.
These hacks are especially difficult to detect unless players make obvious movements that indicate unnatural awareness.
3. Speed and Movement Hacks
Speed hacks allow players to move across the map at abnormal speeds, while movement hacks can enable flying or teleportation. These have been rare in Fortnite due to its strong anti-cheat systems, but some players have exploited server vulnerabilities in the past.
4. Build and Edit Hacks
Some cheat tools allow users to instantly build complex structures or edit builds without delay. This completely breaks the skill curve of Fortnite’s build mechanics and can be frustrating for fair players.
5. Resource and Item Duplication Exploits
Though not traditional hacks, duplication glitches have been exploited to duplicate materials, weapons, or healing items. These are often patched quickly, but some players have abused them in competitive matches before detection.
Epic Games’ Response
Epic Games has invested heavily in anti-cheat software, including Easy Anti-Cheat, and has permanently banned thousands of accounts for cheating. They also offer legal consequences, such as lawsuits, against cheat developers and sellers.
Final Word
While hacks might offer short-term thrills, they come with severe consequences — including permanent bans, loss of reputation, and even legal trouble. Fortnite thrives on skill and strategy, and cheating undermines the integrity of the game. If you’re playing to win, do it the right way.
