The Shield Bubble is a utility item that was added toFortnitein August 2019, only to be vaulted two months later. That said, Shield Bubbles have now returned to the battle royale sensation, though they may be only available for a limited time. For those players that would like to use a Shield Bubble inFortnitebefore it returns to the vault, if that turns out to be its fate, details on where the item comes from can be found in this guide.
Fortnite: Shield Bubble Location
Players that are on the hunt for a Shield Bubble should simply keep their eyes on theFloor Lootthat appears at every location acrossFortnite’s map. Indeed, the item has a chance to appear amidst these random spawns, and fans that are persistent in their searches should eventually find one. This is only the case until end-of-day on Monday, May 16, though, as it is at that point that the Shield Bubble will return to the vault.
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However, this may be another temporary absence for the item, as the community will have the opportunity to vote in favor of the Shield Bubble’s more-permanent inclusion in the loot pool. That voting is expected to begin next week, and it will see the Shield Bubble go up against Balloons, which have also emerged from the vault for the weekend. Players that want to participate in that decision should ensure to stock up on someGold Bars inFortnite, as those will be used to cast votes.
Fortnite: How to Use Shield Bubble
With respect to how to use a Shield Bubble once one has been obtained, the item can be thrown just like a grenade. Upon landing, the Shield Bubble will create a large dome around itself that cannot be breached by gunfire or explosives. As such, the interior of a dome can be a good place forFortniteplayersto find safety, though the effects of the Shield Bubble will dissipate after only 30 seconds.
To note, it is possible to make a Shield Bubble mobile by attaching it to avehicle inFortnite. Players can also edit the item while it is on the ground if they so choose. While time will tell if this functionality is enough for the Shield Bubble to claim victory over Balloons in the upcoming vote, it can certainly make the item quite powerful under the right circumstances.
Fortniteis free-to-play on PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.
