Gregory Gerbert

@gregorygerto

Gregory Gerbert

@gregorygerto

Recent leaks have sparked speculation that a Deboot Van could be making its way into Fortnite in the near future. Longtime Fortnite players are well-acquainted with the Reboot Van, a feature enabling squads to revive fallen teammates. While the implications of a Deboot version of the van are unclear, the name itself carries intriguing connotations. As fans begin to theorize, it's worth considering that the Deboot Van's significance might be simpler than initially assumed.

Introduced to Fortnite's battle royale approximately four years ago, the Reboot Van appeared to address a feature present in rival game Apex Legends. In Fortnite, fallen squad members drop Reboot Cards, which surviving teammates can then utilize at a Reboot Van to bring their ally back to life.

A new iteration known as the Deboot Van has surfaced in Fortnite through leaks. Unearthed within the game's files, the Deboot Van shares a striking resemblance to the Reboot Van in form, differing mainly in color scheme. Instead of the Reboot Van's grey and blue, the Deboot Van sports white and orange hues. Although leaks initially labeled the Deboot Van as an "Upcoming Feature," its exact purpose remains shrouded in uncertainty.

Presently, the Deboot Van can be found within Fortnite. Nestled in the northern section of Shady Stilts, the Deboot Van functions identically to the Reboot Van. What's particularly noteworthy is that this Deboot Van showcases the logo of Mae, a new skin featured in the Chapter 4 Season 4 battle pass. Mae is portrayed as a hacker, which ties into the tech-themed setup adjacent to the in-game Deboot Van. This connection suggests that the Deboot Van might primarily serve as a cosmetic and thematic element linked to Mae's role in the current season.

While the Deboot Van's current status points toward a possible cosmetic connection, it remains plausible that it could evolve into a larger gameplay feature in future Fortnite updates. With Mae's season pass challenges set to begin in about six weeks, the Deboot Van's significance could potentially expand. Rather than merely serving as a visual twist to the Reboot Van, it might introduce new gameplay mechanics to Fortnite.

What exactly these Deboot Van mechanics entail, if they even exist, remains a mystery. Speculation within the Fortnite community ranges from the introduction of Deboot Cards, possibly utilized to prevent respawns, to more complex scenarios such as Deboot Van quests where players must respond swiftly to avoid being "debooted" by rival teams. The unfolding of Epic Games' vision for this unique spin on the Reboot Van concept is eagerly anticipated.