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Explosive Device Design Example in Fortnite Creative

The Explosive device is a fun way to add action to any island.

In this design example, you'll explore a simple mechanic that you can use to add a bubbling visual effect to an explosive barrel that warns players splayers it's about to explode!

You can add this game mechanic to any game or experience to give it a little flash!

Devices Used

  • 1 x Explosive device
  • 1 x VFX Creator device
  • 1 x Timer device
  • 1 x Trigger (or other activating) device

Build Your Own

You will set up an explosive barrel and create a visual effect to go with it. Next, you'll set up a timer to control the timing of the blast, then add a trigger to set the whole mechanic in motion!

Place the Explosive Device

  1. Place an explosive barrel on your island.
  2. Customize the settings:

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