Splashdown
Fortnite Chapter 2 Season 3
Season overview
Flooded Island and Summer
Fortnite Chapter 2 Season 3, titled "Splashdown," launched on June 17, 2020. Following the events of The Device in Season 2, the massive wall of water surrounding the island collapsed, resulting in a completely flooded map. The season was heavily defined by its dynamic map. At launch, much of the island was submerged, with players relying on boats, ziplines, and floating platforms to navigate. Over the course of the season, the water levels periodically receded, gradually revealing old locations and brand-new POIs hidden beneath the depths. Gameplay evolved with the introduction of Loot Sharks, which players could ride using a Fishing Rod, and the addition of fire physics, allowing wooden structures to burn. Later in the season, the "Joy Ride" update fundamentally changed Fortnite mobility forever by introducing fully drivable cars and trucks to the Battle Royale island.
The island evolved
Map & POI Changes
Landmarks, locations and changes that shaped this season.
The map was heavily flooded. The Agency was rebuilt as The Authority (a heavily fortified compound guarded by Jules). New locations included The Fortilla (a floating trash-town), Rickety Rig, and Catty Corner. As water receded over the weeks, a massive new Atlantis-themed POI named Coral Castle was revealed in the northwest.
How it played
Gameplay & Mechanics
Loot Sharks could be hooked with a fishing rod to pull players like a waterski. Fire mechanics were introduced, allowing items like Firefly Jars to burn down player builds and trees. Fully drivable cars (sedans, trucks, sports cars, and taxis) and radio stations were added in the Joy Ride update.
The season's arsenal
Weapons & Items
Season notes and items
The classic Pump Shotgun was vaulted, replaced by the Charge Shotgun. Mythic weapons included Jules' Drum Gun & Glider Gun, Ocean's Burst Assault Rifle & Bottomless Chug Jug, and Kit's Charge Shotgun & Shockwave Launcher. The Flare Gun and Firefly Jars were also added.
Season rewards
Battle Pass
The 100-tier Battle Pass featured Ocean, Fade, Scuba Jonesy, Jules, Kit (Meowscles' son operating a mech), Siona, and Eternal Knight. It also introduced the ""Build-a-Brella,"" allowing players to fully customize a glider by completing challenges. The secret skin was DC's Aquaman.
Across worlds
Major Collaborations
DC Comics (Aquaman as the secret skin, Black Manta in the Item Shop).
Watch the season
Trailers & Videos
Official Season Trailer
official
The final act
Live Event / Finale
No major end-of-season live event. A mini-event occurred where players helped repair and launch an ancient spaceship (tied to the Siona and Deo characters) that was revealed as the water levels dropped.
Research record
Sources & verification
References used to maintain this season record. External information can change after publication.
Reviewed by JayaLakshmi for FUNAGLET · Updated Sep 25, 2026