The Infinity Gauntlet was a highly coveted, limited-time item in Fortnite, primarily available during special crossover events like the original Infinity Gauntlet LTM and the later Fortnite X Avengers: Endgame LTM. You could typically acquire it by being the first to reach it or by defeating the player currently wielding its power.
How to Get the Infinity Gauntlet in Fortnite (Limited-Time Events)
The Infinity Gauntlet was not a permanent item in standard Fortnite modes but appeared exclusively during specific limited-time events, which are no longer active. Here's how it generally worked in those modes:
1. In the Original Infinity Gauntlet LTM
This was the very first Marvel crossover event in Fortnite.
- Initial Acquisition: At the start of the match, a meteor would crash into the island, marking the location where the Infinity Gauntlet would appear. Players had to race to this spot and be the first one to pick it up.
- Transformation: The player who picked up the Gauntlet would instantly transform into the powerful villain Thanos, gaining enhanced health, shields, and unique abilities like a powerful ground pound, laser beam, and super jump.
- Re-acquisition: If the player embodying Thanos was eliminated, the Infinity Gauntlet would drop as loot at their location. Any other player could then pick it up to transform into Thanos themselves.
2. In the Fortnite X Avengers: Endgame LTM
This later event expanded on the concept, introducing both hero and Chitauri teams.
- Initial Acquisition (Transformation): In this mode, the focus shifted slightly. Players would initially transform into a powerful hero (or Chitauri Warlord for the opposing team) by collecting the first of the six Infinity Stones that appeared across the map. Picking up this initial Infinity Stone would grant the player similar powers to those previously associated with the Gauntlet itself.
- Re-acquisition: If a player who had activated this transformation (by picking up an Infinity Stone) was eliminated, the transformative effect would drop as loot. Other players, including teammates, could then pick it up to assume the powerful role. Notably, there was only one such transformed player (whether hero or warlord, depending on the game phase) active at a time per match.
- Team Dynamics: In the Endgame LTM, if the current host of the transformative effect was eliminated, the power would transfer to another member of their team, ensuring the high-stakes gameplay continued.
Key Mechanics of the Infinity Gauntlet
Regardless of the specific LTM, certain mechanics remained consistent:
- One Wielder at a Time: Only one player in a match could wield the power of the Infinity Gauntlet or its equivalent transformation at any given moment.
- Loot Drop on Elimination: If the player holding the Gauntlet or the transformative effect was eliminated, the item or power would immediately drop as loot at their death location, allowing another player to claim it.
- Powerful Abilities: Wielding the Gauntlet or its associated power granted the player significant advantages, including increased health, unique movement abilities, and devastating attacks.
The Infinity Gauntlet LTMs were some of Fortnite's most memorable crossover events, offering players a unique way to experience iconic Marvel power.
For more details on Fortnite's past events, you can often find information on resources like the Fortnite Wiki.
