Fortnite Chapter 5 Leaks: Sideways Chests, Weapons, & More

Please note that the information in this article is based on speculation and leaks. It is NOT officially confirmed.

Dataminers have uncovered some leaks referring to Sideways Chests in Fortnite Chapter 5. This suggests the unique Sideways weapons will resurface when the new chapter launches.

Fortnite Chapter 5 Leaks: Sideways Chests and Weapons

From the leaks posted by data miner fortbrleakks in X (formerly Twitter), we can see that inside Sideways chests, players can find two Sideway weapons that originate from the chaotic Sideways dimension in Fortnite Chapter 5:

• Sideways Minigun
• Sideways Rifle

These weapons can enter a superpowered state for bonus damage. However, overheating them causes you to take damage.

Where to Find Sideways Chests in Fortnite Chapter 5

Like prior seasons, Sideways chests will likely spawn as floor loot across the map. Open them to get Sideways weapons. Players can also eliminate opponents carrying Sideways guns to acquire them.

Upgrading Sideways Weapons

Upgrading to improve Sideways weapons should be familiar to players, this is how:

• Find an Upgrade Bench
• Have enough Gold Bars
• The cost to upgrade from Rare to Epic is 375 Bars
• The cost to upgrade from Epic to Legendary is 500 Bars
• The cost to upgrade from Legendary to Mythic is 750 Bars

Why Sideways Weapons Matter in Fortnite Chapter 5

Beyond battling, Sideways weapons help players gain XP and progress the Battle Pass by:

• Revving into superpowered states
• Getting elims
• Avoiding overheat damage

The leaked return of chaotic Sideways weapons signals an exciting weapon meta for Fortnite Chapter 5. Prepare to master Sideways guns’ risk-reward abilities when the new chapter goes live.