Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 1: Battlewood map, Battle Pass and all the new features

El Fortnite Chapter 7 It's already underway and it's making a difference one of the biggest overhauls the battle royale genre has ever seen in recent years. A new map, gameplay changes, movie collaborations, and a content-packed Battle Pass make this season start off strong, also for players of Spain and the rest of Europe, who are already adapting to the new starting pace.

After the end of Zero hour And with the closing of Chapter 6, Epic Games has opted for a very clear theme: Hollywood and film cultureThe result is Battlewood, a setting that It's reminiscent of the West Coast of the United StatesA Battle Pass full of stars and a good handful of mechanics that change how you enter, fight and progress on the island.

When does Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 1 start and how long does it last?

La Season 1 Chapter 7 the November 29th Following the final event of Chapter 6, known as Zero Hour, which left the servers under maintenance for several hours to implement the update v39.00In Europe, and specifically in Spain and FranceThe players experienced a nighttime server outage that lasted well into the early hours of the morning, with a reopening expected around [time missing]. 3: 00 in the morning local time.

Epic has set a seasonal window that extends until early MarchOfficial information indicates that this first phase of Chapter 7 will remain active until... March 1th 2026Barring any last-minute schedule changes, several milestones will be reached during this period, including the traditional one. Winterfest event in December, with free rewards for those who connect regularly.

Battlewood: This is the new map inspired by Hollywood and the Gold Coast

One of the most notable changes in Chapter 7 is the premiere of Battlewood, a completely new map which replaces the previous island. The theme revolves around a kind of fictional version of Hollywood, mixing West Coast landscapes with references to the world of film and television productions.

In the center of the island stands a huge Battlewood signwhich is reminiscent of the famous Hollywood sign and the nods already seen with Springfield in the final stage of Chapter 6. Around it are distributed varied biomes: desert areas with complexes that evoke tourist resorts, avenues with palm trees in the style of California and wooded areas with giant trees that allow you to hide easily and change the way you face the fights.

The list of new points of interest includes locations such as Battle Boulevard, Amazing Avenue, Wonkeeland, Modest Mansions, Goodventure Bay, and Confidential Canyon...among other new areas. Each area is designed to exploit a specific type of gameplay, from close-quarters combat in enclosed spaces to long-range shootouts taking advantage of slopes and natural cover.

For those coming from previous seasons, the map change represents a strategic rebootMemorizing every corner of the previous island is a thing of the past. Now it's time to rediscover routes, safe rotations, loot spots, and advantageous positions—something that, in these early days, gives an edge to the players who adapt most quickly to the new environment.

Goodbye bus, hello tsunami: a new way to fall on the map

Another striking twist in this chapter is that the classic Battle Bus It takes a break. Instead, the games start with a huge tsunami wave sweeping across the mapas confirmed by both Epic and several creators with early access and data miners who revealed the mechanics days before the launch.

At the start of each game, the players appear surfing on the crest of the wave From there, they look for the best point to launch themselves toward the island. The direction of the tsunami changes randomly in each game, which means that You can't always plan for the same drop point as was done with the bus. In addition, there are fewer spaces available to jump, so landings are more concentrated and early engagements are more frequent.

This new way of starting opens the door to cosmetics specifically designed for surfboardsSimilar to what happens with traditional gliders. Although Epic hasn't yet detailed the entire catalog, the community assumes that customizable designs will arrive that won't affect game balance, but will allow players to visually stand out in the first few seconds of each match.

For the moment, the consensus among players is that the tsunami system could be a mechanics limited to Chapter 7Just like in the past with other temporary deployment methods, Epic usually rotates these ideas from season to season to maintain a sense of freshness, so we'll have to see if the bus returns in future stages or if the studio continues exploring alternative ways to enter the map.

New gameplay mechanics and storm changes

Chapter 7 isn't just about cosmetic changes. Epic has introduced several new gameplay features These changes affect mobility, the pace of play, and the management of risky situations. Some of these mechanics had already been leaked, while others were confirmed after the update was applied.

Among the most notable changes is a self-resuscitation device This is useful when a player is downed. If they still have enough health, they can get back up on their own without needing a teammate to revive them, which can make all the difference in disorganized squads or when they fall far away from the rest of the team.

In the movement section, the following have been added New actions such as rolling, sliding down slopes, or maintaining momentum while using zip lines, elevators, and co-pilot seatsThis set of adjustments makes movement smoother and allows for more natural linking of movements, with a particular impact on exchanges in urban areas and areas with high verticality.

Another important addition is the drivable reboot vansInstead of being anchored to fixed points, they can now move around the map, offering many more options to recover an eliminated ally without having to expose themselves in a specific location that all rivals know.

La storm, the core of any battle royale game, It also presents changesPrevious leaks and field tests point to new forms and closing patternsThis forces a rethinking of rotation strategies. Since the same circles don't always repeat themselves, nor do they behave the same way as in previous chapters, the players must improvise more often and don't rely so much on "memorized" routes.

All the Battle Pass skins for Chapter 7 Season 1

The Chapter 7 Season 1 Battle Pass brings together eight main skinsCombining original Fortnite characters with collaborations that are very recognizable to European and Spanish audiences. The official list is as follows: The Bride, Cat Holloway, Kingston, Carter Wu, Carina, Marty McFly, Miles Cross and Dark Voyager (Enigmatic Reality).

As with every season, these skins are distributed in rewards pages These also include emotes, loading screens, weapon wraps, sprays, pickaxes, backpacks, and gliders. Progression unlocks alternate styles for several of these items, so those who invest time in leveling up obtain additional versions with color changes, accessories, and visual effects.

In the case of the original Fortnite skins, Epic has taken advantage of many of the proposals previously shown in surveys sent by email to playersIn this way, a large part of the cast reflects tastes that the community had already expressed months ago, which reinforces the feeling that the opinion of the most active users has been taken into account.

This season again gives some weight to the internal narrative of the gameThe helmeted character that remixes the classic Dark Voyager, known here as Dark Voyager (Enigmatic Reality), could be related to The Ultimate Reality...the entity that The Seven feared in years of previous plotting. Without going into spoilersEverything points to the story progressing significantly during these first months of the chapter.

In addition, several skins feature special styles linked to specific missions in specific modes, something that encourages trying different game variants beyond the traditional battle royale.

With this Chapter 7, Fortnite is betting on a An ambitious overhaul that blends a completely new map, a cinematic Battle Pass, and profound gameplay changesFrom the tsunami entrance to the transforming bosses and self-revive, the season kicks off with powerful draws—Kill Bill, Back to the Future, the free Yuki Yubari skin, and the Tarantino short film—and leaves many doors open for future collaborations, balance adjustments, and special events that will ultimately determine whether this new stage lives up to the expectations of the community in Spain, Europe, and the rest of the world.