Fortnite Chapter 6, Season 2: Lawless – Mastering the Gold Rush

In Fortnite's Chapter 6, Season 2: Lawless, controlling the cash flow is key. Mob boss Fletcher Kane's safehouses are scattered across the map, and seizing one offers unique rewards. This guide explains Gold Rush and how to activate it.

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What is Gold Rush?

Gold Bars remain a crucial currency, allowing players to purchase items. This season introduces a twist: acquiring gold activates Gold Rush, a significant boost enhancing movement speed, pickaxe swing speed, and pickaxe structural damage.

Similar to Boons or Medallions, Gold Rush provides a competitive edge, albeit temporary. It's a valuable power-up attainable through two methods.

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Activating Gold Rush

Unlike other abilities, Gold Rush offers multiple activation paths. A quick swim in gold-infused water instantly grants the buff. Numerous locations across the map feature this golden liquid.

For those who prefer dry land, Gold Veins, the source of Gold Bars, now offer Gold Rush upon mining. Shiny Shafts, Fletcher Kane's primary gold source, is an excellent location to find these veins. However, be warned: Kane's heavily guarded territory makes this a risky endeavor.

This concludes our guide to Gold Rush in Fortnite Chapter 6, Season 2. For further information, check out the rumored collaborations for this Lawless season.

Fortnite is available on various platforms, including Meta Quest 2 and 3.