Fortnite is bringing back a piece of its classic charm with the return of the Legendary Bush item in the OG game mode, arriving with the next update. Fans have been longing for a revisit to the beloved Chapter 1 days ever since Athena Island gave way to Apollo Island. Over the years, players have constantly requested Epic Games to reintroduce a second map featuring the original Battle Royale island. To satisfy this nostalgia, Epic experimented with options like the Fortnite Season OG and even let players create custom Chapter 1 maps using Creative mode. Yet, nothing quite captured the original essence—until now.
After over half a decade since Chapter 1’s conclusion, the community’s wishes have finally been answered with a permanent Fortnite OG game mode. This mode aims to replicate the original vibe as closely as possible. While it incorporates parkour features to ensure players in the Zero Build mode can navigate parts of the map, it retains the true spirit of Chapter 1. Expect the absence of smaller shields, the return of stacking up to 3,000 materials, beloved OG sound effects, and yes, the legendary double pump is back in action.
Nostalgia runs high in the Fortnite OG mode, and players can expect more classic items to make a comeback. The in-game news feed has confirmed that the next update, v33.11, will bring back the Bush. Although Epic Games hasn’t revealed the official release time for the patch, trusted leaks hint at a December 18 drop, right before the Winterfest celebration.
For those curious about the Bush’s comeback, it’s an item that perfectly encapsulates that quirky Fortnite vibe from the past. Players who snag the Bush can disguise themselves as the environment, blending seamlessly into the game’s landscape. Unless someone happens to inspect the shrubbery closely, players often go unseen while using it.
There’s a solid reason the Bush holds its place as a Legendary-rarity item: it protects players by absorbing the first hit they receive after equipping it. It’s a valuable shield against the high damage from shotguns and snipers. When an incoming shot hits, the Bush takes the impact, leaving your health and shields intact.
For players eager to dive back into that classic Fortnite experience and leverage the Bush’s tactical advantage, update v33.11 is expected to roll out at around 4 AM ET on Wednesday, December 18, 2024. Once the servers reboot, the Bush will be ready to join your arsenal, just in time for this year’s Winterfest event.
