Fortnite is celebrating another birthday! The traditional birthday items like the cake are back, but this year there’s a twist with the balloons. Instead of reintroducing them as an item, Fortnite has introduced a new birthday medallion.
The new medallions put a Chapter 5 spin on the classic birthday balloons feature. Considering that medallions are a key feature of the current map, it’s a fitting addition to the birthday celebration in this Fortnite anniversary event.
Despite the similarities to previous medallions, the new birthday medallion has some unique qualities. Here’s a breakdown of how it works and how to acquire the birthday medallion in Fortnite.
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How to Get Birthday Medallion in Fortnite
If you’re eager to try out the new birthday medallion in Fortnite, you can find it in the new loot introduced in this update. Here’s how you can obtain it:
- Locate birthday presents
- Throw the presents
- Enter the birthday present
- Inside, you’ll discover regular loot as well as a chance to acquire the birthday medallion in Fortnite
That’s how you can hunt it down! It may require some luck, but the medallion seems to be dropping more frequently.
How Does the Birthday Medallion Work?
While the process of finding the medallion is straightforward, its functionality has a few differences. One notable quirk is that the birthday medallion is not unique. Unlike the medallions associated with boss locations, multiple players can pick up the birthday medallion. Additionally, it doesn’t reveal your location on the mini-map.
This adjustment serves a practical purpose. With many players possessing the birthday medallions, displaying them on the mini-map could lead to clutter. The birthday medallion will only be available for the next week as part of the birthday event, so be sure to grab it while you can!
