Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 2 Leaks: Flying Movement Mechanic

Epic Games is turning up the heat on anticipation for Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 2. Not only will the new season embrace Greek mythology with a host of gods, heroes, and creatures, but a long-rumored flying mechanic now appears to be confirmed via official tweets and comments. This article will highlight the leaks about Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 2's flying mechanic!

Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 2 Leaks Teased Flying Movement

Epic Games has strongly hinted that a flying movement mechanic is coming to Fortnite in Chapter 5 Season 2. Recent tweets and comments point to wings that could allow players to soar across the map.

Epic co-founder Mark Rein hinted at a new season in Fortnite with the word "wings," suggesting possible aerial mobility. This speculation grew as official Fortnite social media accounts also hinted at the same theme.

Fortnite Competitive tweeted on X (formerly Twitter):

"You know how you can walk or sprint when competing? Let’s say you’ll be able to do something else..."

Players immediately connected this to Rein's wings comment, interpreting it as an unambiguous tease of flying for Chapter 5 Season 2.

Icarus Mythology References in Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 2

Alongside direct hints about wings and new movement options, Fortnite social accounts have referenced the Greek myth of Icarus. Icarus flew too close to the sun, melting his wings and causing him to fall into the sea.

Speculation suggests that Chapter 5 Season 2 in Fortnite might introduce wings for players to traverse the map like Icarus. However, excessive use of this new feature could have negative consequences, just like the tale from the myth.

Will It Be Mounts or Equippable Wings in Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 2?

While flying seems confirmed for Chapter 5 Season 2, questions remain about how it will function. Some believe Mythic wings will be equippable items, giving temporary flight before they burn out or break.

Others theorize Pegasus and Griffin mounts will become tameable around the map, providing aerial mobility until the creature is eliminated. There's also speculation that permanent passive flying could be unlocked for all players.

For now, the exact implementation remains unclear. But flying will shake up Fortnite's core traversal gameplay in a major way not seen since Chapter 5 launched with overhauled movement mechanics.