Skip to main content
  1. Home
  2. Gaming
  3. Guides

How to ride Loot Sharks and find Loot Shark locations

Jon Bitner
By

After several delays, Fortnite Chapter 2: Season 3 is finally here. This time around, the island has been flooded, creating a map that is largely underwater. Season 3 also introduced a new method of transportation — Loot Sharks. Here’s how to ride a shark and quickly get around Fortnite‘s aquatic battlefield.

Further reading

Find a fishing rod

Jon Bitner / Digital Trends

Before you head out to find a Loot Shark, you’ll need to pick up a fishing rod. These are scattered across the map but can usually be found in barrels or chests near large bodies of water. Your best bet is to look for a fishing location — indicated by a white ring in the water that has fish swimming below the surface — as fishing rods are often located near these hotspots.

Related

Be sure to stock up on powerful weapons while searching for a fishing rod, too. The ability to ride Loot Sharks is a popular new activity in Fortnite, meaning you’ll likely see others on the shoreline trying to do the same thing. If you show up with just a fishing rod, you’re an easy target for the 99 other players.

Recommended Videos

Find a Loot Shark

Jon Bitner / Digital Trends

Once you’ve found a fishing rod and a few good weapons, it’s time to search for a Loot Shark. They can be found swimming in nearly every body of water on the map, but we recommend searching near The Fortilla, Rickety Rig, or Sweaty Sands. Sharks can usually be found swimming in these areas, and they all have fishing rods nearby.

Loot Sharks are easy to identify, as you can see a dorsal fin poking above the water’s surface. They move fast but tend to stay within casting distance of a fishing rod, so there’s no need to hop on a boat and fish in the middle of the ocean.

When you do find one, approach it with caution! Some sharks will jump out of the water to attack players and can even destroy buildings. Sharks can be killed, but they’ll take a lot of damage before going down.

Catching a Loot Shark is just like catching a fish. Simply equip your fishing rod and cast it in front of your target. It might take a few casts to place your bobber within eyesight of the shark, but there’s no penalty for withdrawing your line and recasting. With any luck, the big fish will take the bait — and bring you along for a ride!

How to ride a Loot Shark

Jon Bitner / Digital Trends

Now that you’re latched onto a Loot Shark, you’ll have full control of its movement. You’ll be able to jump over obstacles, use turbo-boosts to speed away from enemies, or even shoot back at them by equipping a weapon and zooming in. It might take a few minutes to get used to the controls, but it helps to know that you’re controlling the Loot Shark’s movement and not your main character. Sharks aren’t the best form of transportation in Fortnite — considering you have to give up an inventory slot just to ride one — but it is a fun diversion and one that’s necessary to complete a few new challenges.

Editors' Recommendations

Topics
Jon Bitner
Jon Bitner
Jon Bitner is a freelance journalist whose gaming addiction began with the SEGA Genesis. His work has been published on…
How to launch fireworks at Coachella Island in Fortnite
Launching fireworks at Coachella Island in Fortnite.

The week 2 Fortnite Coachella quests are live now, and while a lot of them are straightforward, one seems to have caused some confusion for many players. The quest is for launching fireworks at Coachella Island, and as expected, the game doesn't necessarily specify how to complete the objective. In this guide, we'll show you how to launch fireworks at Coachella in Fortnite.
Visit Coachella Island

The first step is to actually make your way to Coachella Island. You cannot complete this quest during a normal match and instead must head into a Creator Made Island. To do so, you'll need to head to Island Code from the game mode menu and utilize the code 5449-4207-1280. Then, launch into a match on Coachella Island.
Wait for the firework show to begin

Read more
How to damage opponents with the Lock On Pistol in Fortnite
The Lock On Pistol in Fortnite.

As part of a weekly challenge in Fortnite, players are tasked with dealing 200 damage with the Lock On Pistol. This challenge has caused some confusion, as acquiring the weapon isn't as consistent as players might have hoped. In this guide, we'll show you how to get your hands on the Lock On Pistol and how to deal 200 damage with it in Fortnite.
How to find the Lock On Pistol

First, you need to get your hands on the Lock On Pistol. Currently, the only known ways of finding one are by opening chests or collecting them from Supply Drops. The weapon isn't available from NPCs or any method just yet. This means you'll want to head to a high-traffic area like Mega City to find a bunch of chests. Keep in mind that Mega City will be busy, but there are plenty of chests available. If you want to play it safe, you can visit a different point of interest (POI). Keep opening chests until you get your hands on the Lock On Pistol.
How to deal 200 damage with the Lock On Pistol

Read more
How to survive storm phases carrying an Epic weapon in Fortnite
Character jumping while holding Epic weapon in Fortnite.

A new Fortnite challenge for surviving storm phases while carrying an Epic weapon has caused some confusion, as the quest's wording isn't exactly clear. Thankfully, the challenge is much easier than it seems, and once you know what to do, you can get through it relatively quickly. Here's how to survive storm phases while carrying an Epic weapon in Fortnite.
What is an Epic weapon?
Fortnite uses a rarity system with its weapons, which are denoted by colors. Purple weapons are Epic, but keep in mind you can utilize any weapon of higher rarity to complete this quest. As long as the weapon is at least Epic, you'll earn credit for surviving storm phases.
How to get an Epic weapon

There are several ways to get Epic weapons. One way is to simply find one from chests or as floor loot, but this isn't as reliable. You can also purchase Epic weapons from NPCs around the map. Nearly all main hubs have an NPC who sells weapons, so be sure to talk with them if you have the funds. Using an Upgrade Station is another solid option for collecting an Epic weapon, though it's expensive. Another option is to defeat the Highcard Boss found at Brutal Bastion, Shattered Slabs, and Mega City. Upon defeat, the Highcard Boss drops a Mythic Havoc Suppressed Rifle.
How to survive storm phases while carrying an Epic weapon

Read more