As Chapter 7: Season 3 comes to a close, players are gearing up for the upcoming Chapter 7: Season 4. Among the notable changes in the Fortnite patch notes is the significant downgrade of the Tactical Shotgun. Its base damage will drop from 90 to 80, and the maximum effective range will see a decrease by 10%. This update is likely to change the competitive tier for many players, particularly for those who thrive in close-quarters combat, such as the Aerial Threat vs Sparkle Specialist and Abstrakt vs Waypoint skins. With the Tactical Shotgun being a staple in competitive play, its reduced effectiveness could shift strategies and weapon choices. Players will need to adapt rapidly to maintain their edge. Moreover, a substantial buff to audio cues means footsteps will now be 15% louder. For players like Homer Simpson vs Peter Griffin, who rely heavily on sound cues to strategize their movements, this is a game changer. Adjusting positioning and awareness will be crucial to capitalize on this change and maintain dominance in matches. Stay tuned for further updates as we delve deeper into the Chapter 7: Season 4 meta! --- ## 🔗 Related Skin Comparisons - [Sparkle Specialist vs Analysis](/compare/aerial-threat-vs-sparkle-specialist) - [Waypoint vs Analysis](/compare/abstrakt-vs-waypoint) - [Peter Griffin vs Analysis](/compare/homer-simpson-vs-peter-griffin)