A look at Cold Snap in Fortnite, the most sought-after OG Pickaxe
The Cold Snap in Fortnite is one of the most popular Pickaxes that has been a fan favorite since its inception. Cosmetics options for Back Blings and Pickaxes are an integral part of the game. The ability for players to express themselves with their favorite looks makes Fortnite ever so popular.
Here's a deep dive into the popular Cold Snap in Fortnite and why it is one of the most sought-after OG Pickaxes.
Everything we know about the Cold Snap in Fortnite
The Cold Snap has been there for a long time
The Cold Snap in Fortnite was first seen in Chapter 1 Season 7 on December 23, 2018, as part of the v7.10 update, making it one of the legacy and OG cosmetics. It was heavily featured across the Fortnite Item Shop, with 73 appearances across 61 different days.
The Cold Snap Pickaxe was usually bundled in the Item Shop with the Grimbles Outfit, which is yet another legacy Outfit introduced in Chapter 1 Season 7. The Outfit resembles a Gnome and pairs well with the unique and mythical look of the Pickaxe.
Players can obtain the Cold Snap cosmetic for 800 V-Bucks from the Fortnite Item Shop when it appears next.
What makes the Cold Snap in Fortnite so popular
Perhaps the most important aspect behind the popularity of the Cold Snap Pickaxe is the unique look of the cosmetic that features a quaint lantern hanging off an ancient wooden stick. The mythical look paired with the lamp's soft glow gives it a magical charm.
Another factor that added to the soaring popularity of the cosmetic is the unique sound when the Pickaxe hits anything. The Pickaxe has a distinct sound that players love, making it a much-coveted choice for casual players as well as sweats.
Why is the Cold Snap a popular choice for sweats
One of the reasons why the Cold Snap became a popular cosmetic among sweats and professional players is the alleged zero input delay that the Pickaxe had. Zero input delay essentially refers to zero delay between sending a command and acting on it, making gameplay and responses even faster.
Fortnite received complaints of the Pickaxe allegedly having zero delay and had removed it from the Item Shop for a while to fix the issue and make sure players do not exploit the hack. Epic Games has always stated that cosmetics do not grant any competitive advantage to players, making the Cold Snap an interesting workaround for sweats while it lasted.
Cold Snap in Fortnite was last seen on June 28, 2024, as of this article's date. Players can check out the Item Shop tomorrow to see if the popular cosmetic is making a return.
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