Fortnite occasionally has issues with shots not hitting or doing damage, with players wondering why their shots aren’t doing damage. So what causes this problem with accuracy, and how do you fix it?
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Why are my Fortnite shots hitting or registering?
If you’re finding that your Fortnite shots aren’t accurate, then there are likely two reasons behind it:
- Your internet connection is unstable
- You’re not accounting for your movement while shooting
The first issue is easy to resolve — you’ll be able to see if you have an unstable internet connection by way of a WiFi symbol with a red ‘X’ through it in the top-left of your screen. If this is the case, this means you’re going to experience connectivity issues, which can lead to a delay in your shots registering.
The second issue is more of a tough one to resolve, as it will differ from weapon to weapon and it takes a little getting used to. Essentially, Fortnite accounts for your movement in-game to determine whether or not your shots will land. If you’re moving erratically and at a high pace, your shots have less of a chance of hitting than if you are shooting while remaining still.
Fortnite shots not hitting or doing damage fix
To fix this issue, follow these steps:
- Disconnect and reconnect your internet connection
- If the problem persists, check with your ISP if there are connectivity issues in your region
- Slow down your movement, particularly when using long-range weapons
- Weapons like sniper rifles and DMRs will be highly inaccurate when shooting while moving, so try to keep it steady while shooting.
Newcomers to Fortnite may be confused by their shots not hitting due to their movement, so pay close attention to the in-game reticle. When the wider white marks of the reticle appear further from the center, this means that your shots will be more inaccurate — this changes between weapons, with guns like the DMR being wildly affected by too much movement such as running or jumping.
Additionally, rapid-fire weapons will be affected by bloom, which sees bullets randomly shooting off in different directions to account for recoil. Slow your movement down, steady your shot, and you should see your shots hitting more often than not.
