Fortnite Racing mode: Leaked release details, maps, more

Fortnite leaks have revealed that the game may be getting a new Racing mode soon, allowing players to compete for first place in Fortnite’s vehicles.

As Fortnite Chapter 4 winds down, and players continue to enjoy Season OG, new details surrounding future content have been leaked, as dataminers are hard at work to discover what Epic have in store for the new Chapter.

A Racing mode has been in speculation for some time now, as leaks have previously revealed details suggesting that the mode is set to come, but now, it seems even more likely that it will be seen in Chapter 5 of the free-to-play battle royale.

Fortnite is host to a variety of vehicle types that players can drive in the battle royale, but these could also be heading to a separate mode, so here are all of the details you need to know about the leaked Fortnite Racing mode.

Fortnite Racing mode leaked release window

According to leaks from reliable sources HYPEX and Shiina, Fortnite will be getting a new multiplayer Racing mode in Chapter 5 Season 1, which is expected to begin on December 3, 2023.

If the leaks are true, once Chapter 5 is released, players will be able to compete against each other for first place in a new Racing mode that features its own maps, progression, and more.

Leaked Fortnite Racing mode explained

Reliable Fortnite leaker Shiina revealed details about this leaked Racing mode, which will have a casual and ranked mode, as well as its own Battle Pass.

Although it’s not clear what vehicles will be available in the mode, players will reportedly be able to “unlock multiple cars,” which could be through the mode’s exclusive Battle Pass, or through another form of progression.

Details about the upcoming racing mode 👀

– Casual mode: 12 maps
– Ranked mode: 4 maps
– Time Trials & Tutorial modes
– Release Date: Chapter 5
– Has its own Battle Pass
– "Garage" menu in the main lobby
– You can unlock multiple cars

(Some information by @NotJulesDev) pic.twitter.com/KPpqceQPUh

— Shiina (@ShiinaBR) July 31, 2023

Leaked Fortnite Racing mode maps

Also, the mode is said to have 12 maps for Casual and 4 maps for Ranked, as well as having “Time Trials” and “Tutorial modes.” HYPEX revealed the leaked names for the maps, which are as follows:

• Casual:
  • Apollo
  • Cruise
  • Driftmania
  • Facade
  • Infinity
  • JackRabbit
  • Olympus
  • Rally
  • Sidewinder
  • Snap
  • Sweet Jumps
  • Turbine
• Ranked:
  • Sweet Jumps
  • Asian Circuit
  • Turbine
  • Driftmania EZ3

This isn’t the first time Fortnite branched out from battle royale, as the game’s creative mode often provides players will various new experiences, such as parkour maps like Only Up 2.0.

Keep in mind that these are just leaks, and nothing has been confirmed just yet, so take all of this information with a pinch of salt for now.

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