Fortnite players are gearing up to celebrate the game's 6th birthday as Epic Games reintroduces their annual in-game birthday event on September 19.
Developers have injected fresh excitement into the game by bringing back a range of new and returning items. These include Birthday Cakes, Birthday Presents, and, of course, Balloons – a must-have for any birthday celebration, even in the world of Fortnite.
This guide will walk you through the process of finding and using Balloons in Chapter 4, Season 4.
How to Acquire Balloons in Fortnite Chapter 4, Season 4
The Birthday quests are a significant part of the festivities, offering players 20,000 XP for completing each one. The sixth quest is aptly titled "Use Balloons." To accomplish this mission, players must locate and utilize Balloons during their matches.
Balloons can be discovered as ground loot or in chests scattered across the Battle Royale map. They resemble small packets of balloons. Additionally, you can activate the Jump Balloon Reality Augment, which provides you with Balloons every time you jump until you reach the maximum number.
How to Use Balloons in Fortnite Chapter 4, Season 4
While finding Balloons is relatively straightforward, using them effectively might prove challenging if you haven't used them before, as they provide your character with a unique lift.
First, select the Balloon from your inventory and then hold down your right trigger (controller) or left mouse click to attach and use the Balloon. You can repeat this step to attach up to three balloons simultaneously, with each balloon increasing your jump height and duration while floating in the air.
It's important to note that Balloons are not indestructible and will burst if a player ascends too high or gets shot by another player.
To detach your balloons and cease using them, press and hold down your right stick (controller) or press the Ctrl key (keyboard).
The quickest way to use six balloons and complete the quest is to collect six of them, attach three balloons to your character, detach them all, and then attach three more.
That covers everything you need to know about obtaining Birthday Balloons in Fortnite Chapter 4, Season 4!
