What Gold Rush Is in Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 2 & How To Activate It

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.

What is Gold Rush?

Gold Bars remain a crucial element, allowing players to acquire in-game currency and exchange it for various items. This season introduces a twist: acquiring gold unlocks 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. Its benefits make it a worthwhile pursuit, achievable through multiple methods.

How to Activate Gold Rush

Unlike other abilities, Gold Rush offers more than one activation method. Players can activate it by submerging themselves in gold-infused water, strategically located across the map.

Alternatively, for those who prefer a less aquatic approach, Gold Veins – the source of Gold Bars – now grant the Gold Rush ability upon mining. Shiny Shafts, a key location for Fletcher Kane's gold supply, is an ideal spot to find these veins. However, be warned: Kane's heavily guarded territory makes this a risky endeavor.

This guide covers Gold Rush's mechanics and activation methods in Fortnite Chapter 6, Season 2. For further information, explore the rumored collaborations for this Lawless season.

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