NPC characters have played a significant role in Fortnite: Battle Royale, offering players the opportunity to enlist their assistance as gunmen or engage in transactions for various items. With the arrival of Fortnite’s Chapter 5 Season 2, the game has introduced an abundance of new NPCs, making it understandable that players may be eager to locate them. Without further ado, let’s delve into the NPC locations and the process of hiring them in the latest Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 2 update.
Comprehensive Guide to NPCs and Their Locations
Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 2 introduces a total of 15 NPCs to the game, each offering unique services. However, not all of these NPCs are available for hire. While some NPCs provide combat assistance, others specialize in supplying powerful weapons. To gain a comprehensive understanding, let’s explore the NPCs that can be hired, those who sell weapons, their respective locations, and their abilities. It’s important to note that hiring any NPC in Fortnite requires 250 Gold Bars.
All Hire NPCs
All Vendor NPCs
In addition to the hireable NPCs, players can also encounter other NPCs that offer weapons or items for purchase. This includes NPCs that can be hired as well. Below is a list of all the vendor NPCs currently available in the game, along with their precise locations, the items they sell, and their corresponding prices.
Guide to Hiring NPCs
With the knowledge of NPC locations at your disposal, it’s time to take the next step and hire them. As a solo player, you can hire one NPC, while in a party setting, each player (up to a maximum of four) has the opportunity to hire their own NPC. To successfully hire an NPC in Fortnite, follow the steps outlined below:
1. Upon arriving at the location of a hireable NPC, look for the hire marker displayed above the NPC’s head.
2. Approach the NPC and press the Interact button (E on keyboard, Square on PlayStation, X on Xbox).
3. Finally, select the “Recruit” option to spend the required amount of Gold Bars, and the NPC will be hired, ready to assist you in your journey.
Purchasing Items from NPCs in Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 2
Acquiring items from NPCs is another valuable option available to players. It’s important to note that every NPC in the game offers items for purchase. Once you’ve identified the item you require, follow these steps to learn how to buy it from NPCs:
1. Upon locating a vendor NPC, approach them and press the Interact button (E on keyboard, Square on PlayStation, X on Xbox).
2. Next, select the desired item from the menu wheel and complete the transaction using the required amount of Gold Bars.
These were all the NPC locations, along with the process for hiring and purchasing from them in Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 2. Which NPC will you enlist to aid you in your quest for the coveted Victory Royale? Share your thoughts and preferences in the comments below.
