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 lobby in no time.
As part of Fortnite Chapter 2 Remix, the iconic island is back again, but with three 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.
Spaghetti Grotto
Do you want to feel like a Rap God? Then Spaghetti Grotto is the place for you to make your first landing in a Fortnite match. The iconic Grotto is back, but it now houses a more deadlier boss, Eminem, who roams the POI. Trick his henchmen, dodge turrets and cameras, and most importantly, steer clear of his deadly RG Minigun. Or you could just go in guns blazing and defeat him to claim that weapon that spits Rap God lyrics and a keycard that opens the most valuable vault in the game.
Spaghetti Grotto also has a lot of entry points through which you can enter the location and strategize your gameplay from there. Need to make a quick escape before the heat catches you? Fly that Choppa out of there and make the perfect escape with the riches the POI has to offer.
The Doggpound
Da-da-da-da-da. It’s the one and only D.O. Double G. Snoop Dogg! Fortnite‘s beloved POI The Agency has now been replaced by The Doggpound, which is a hot drop in almost every Fortnite match. The POI sits right in the middle of the map and has the best loot to offer with Snoop Dogg’s Mythic Drum Gun, which is the meta this season. Plus, pairing it with Snoop’s version of Boogie Bombs makes Battle Royale twice the fun it already is.
You can enter the main building through vents, Port-A-Potty, Garbage Bins, and whatnot. However, if you come face-to-face with the Doggfather himself, make sure you’ve got enough weaponry to battle him and his Doggmen at the location. While this POI is heavily contested, The Doggpound offers a whopping number of 54 chests alone, the highest in the game. So if you’re up for a sweaty game, you know now where to land.
The Yacht
While Deadpool’s not here to charm you on your visit to a lone boat on the island, Meowdas is there to welcome you with his henchmen. If you want some mythic loot and also would like all the riches a vault has to offer this season, The Yacht is your safest bet. This location is away from the usual heat of the BR combat and offers plenty of traversal options to head inside the Storm Circle if you catch yourself out of it.
But remember, if you’re not careful of any enemies nearby, you may end up being eliminated or being stuck inside The Yacht while the storm is closing in. Still, we’d advise you to visit this POI since it has its own perks, but it comes at a hefty cost of strategizing your map rotation.
The Rig
The Rig is an ideal spot for you if you want the one and only weapon in the game you won’t get anywhere else — the Boom Bow. With insane firepower and damage count, Boom Bow has been one of the most powerful long-range weapons, even in the OG Chapter 2 seasons. Now that it returns to the game, it can only be claimed after defeating the Dynamo TNTina boss roaming The Rig.
There’s also lucrative loot you can get by opening the vault since you’ll easily find ways to get out and make a quick escape before the storm closes in. Low on health? Not a problem! There’s a hut nearby with multiple slurp barrels for you to take a break and get your healing underway. Or if you want a more relaxed experience while you heal, head on over to Slurpy Swamp nearby and take a dip in its healing waters.
Misty Meadows
Do you miss driving a motorboat in Fortnite? Head on over at Misty Meadows and find one. Then what? Drive it under the bridge separating the two areas and use the boat’s missiles to take out enemies. That’s one way to survive in this popular POI.
Misty Meadows also offers plenty of vantage points for you to camp at and scope out enemies that are either going toward the center of the map or are coming from there. Plus, this location has the second-highest number of chest spawns with 47 loot chests, so if you’re looking for that gold-heavy sniper, chances are this is where you can find it. There’s also an Agency safehouse nearby that has a Choppa parked there.
Pleasant Park
Pleasant Park is one of the OG locations in Fortnite ever since Chapter 1, thanks to its suburban setting and plenty of loot chests. It’s also one of the largest POIs in the game, and it has a massive soccer field at the center. Now that the field is open and houses a Choppa underneath, players can land there and grab some rare loot from a Henchman Chest.
You can still land at the Doghouse, Gas Station, or even the Bunker house if you want to relive that OG nostalgia. Other than that, make sure to always watch your six while you’re scoping out enemies in this massive location on the Remix map.
Retail Row
Retail Row is a safe landing spot for many players for a number of reasons. First, the chest rotation in this POI rarely changes, so veterans always know where to grab one. Second, there’s a zipline that runs from here and goes all the way to Steamy Stacks, with Grotto and Dirty Docks in the way. And lastly, there’s a Choppa parked here that you can fly to reach the middle of the map easily.
This POI has always been full of chests, vending machines, upgrade benches, and cars that you can use to your advantage to survive in the game. There’s also a Reboot Van nearby so you can easily reboot your team without being spotted too easily by enemies.
Steamy Stacks
Lastly, Steamy Stacks is one of the only spots in the game that is fully capable of allowing players to redeploy their gliders whenever they want. All you have to do is loot up the area, eliminate any threats, and once you’re done, head inside one of the chimneys and fly up with the steam.
As soon as you’re floating, redeploy your glider and make your way to its nearest POI, Frenzy Farm. While you can also travel through the zipline, many players prefer redeploying in the air and traveling to their desired location without the hassle. Want to head to The Yacht without being too sweaty? Land at Steamy. Want to go to Frenzy Farm and wipe out the lobby? Land at Steamy. The POI has less to offer in terms of loot, but a lot in terms of the practicality that you need in Fortnite.
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.
