Fortnite Players Can Now Use Musical Instruments as Pickaxes and Back Blings
Fortnite's latest update brings Festival instruments into standard gameplay as functional cosmetics. Players can now equip guitars, microphones, and other musical gear as both harvesting tools and back accessories. This highly-requested feature is available immediately in the locker under the new "instruments" category.
Seamless Integration Between Game Modes
When using an instrument as a pickaxe, it automatically detaches from the back bling slot, creating a smooth transition between cosmetic functions. Epic Games has also retroactively updated existing instrument cosmetics to work across all game modes for unified customization.
Positive Community Response
The gaming community has enthusiastically welcomed this creative addition, praising Epic's commitment to expanding cosmetic versatility. Social media platforms exploded with players sharing their musical warrior loadouts shortly after the update launched.
Additional Content Highlights
Alongside the instrument update, Fortnite has introduced:
- New Godzilla collaboration cosmetics with dual color variants (pink/blue)
- Monster-themed accessories including wraps, gliders, and harvesting tools
- Exclusive rewards through battle pass challenges
Upcoming Events and Modes
Fortnite continues expanding its cross-mode integration with:
- Continued support for Fortnite Festival local co-op
- Ongoing artist collaborations (including recent additions like Snoop Dogg and Metallica)
- New battle royale content alongside creative modes
The update demonstrates Epic's innovative approach to maintaining Fortnite's position as a leading platform for entertainment and social gaming experiences. Players can access these new features immediately through the standard game client on all supported platforms.
