Experiencing trouble with the “destroy boats” challenge in Fortnite? You’re not alone! This frustrating issue has been popping up for many players, but don’t worry – let’s break down what’s happening and how to tackle it.
Understanding the Boat Destruction Challenge
The challenge seems simple enough on paper: find and destroy boats in Fortnite. However, players are reporting that despite clearly destroying boats, they’re not getting credit for completing the challenge. This isn’t just you making mistakes – it’s actually a known issue that’s affecting quite a few people.
Why Isn’t It Working?
There are several reasons why your boat destructions might not be counting:
– Some boats may not be registering as valid targets for the challenge
– The game might not be properly tracking destroyed boats
– You might be targeting the wrong type of boats
– Server-side issues could be preventing progress from being recorded
How to Make It Work
Here’s what you can try to complete the challenge successfully:
1. Focus on motorboats specifically – these seem to track more reliably than other boat types
2. Make sure you’re fully destroying the boat, not just damaging it
3. Try destroying boats in different locations around the map
4. Restart your game if you’ve been experiencing issues for a while
Best Locations for Boat Destruction
I’ve found the most success in these spots:
– The coast near Dirty Docks
– Around Lazy Lake
– The waterways near Misty Meadows
Temporary Workarounds
Until Epic Games addresses this bug, here are some tips that have worked for other players:
1. Use different weapons to destroy boats – sometimes specific weapons track better
2. Complete the challenge in Team Rumble mode where there’s less pressure
3. Make sure you’re the one dealing the final blow to the boat
4. Try completing other challenges first, then return to this one
When to Contact Support
If you’ve tried everything and still can’t get the challenge to register, it might be worth:
– Reporting the bug through the in-game feedback system
– Checking Fortnite’s official social media for acknowledgment of the issue
– Waiting for the next game update, which might include a fix
Remember, Fortnite challenges occasionally have hiccups, but they usually get sorted out pretty quickly. Keep an eye on the official Fortnite Status Twitter account for updates about known issues and fixes. In the meantime, you might want to focus on other challenges while waiting for this one to be addressed.
