Magneto has arrived to stir things up inFortnite. Harness the power of magnetism with the Magneto Power (or Magneto Gauntlets), your key to battlefield dominance. But it’s not just about finding this rare utility item; it’s about mastering its use.

In this guide, you’ll discover how to secure this item and wield it to its fullest potential. From hurling metal shards at enemies and erecting shields to deflect bullets, to executing gravity-defying jumps, we’ve got you covered with what you need to know. So, prepare to rewrite the rules of combat and become a magnetic menace. Let’s dive in.

Screenshot showing a player staring at the Magneto Power loot.

How To Get Magneto Power

There are three ways to snag this item:

This item is quite easy to find. You should stumble upon one after just a few minutes of looting in-game.

Projectile

Fire button

Launch a barrage of metal shards at enemies. Each hit deals95 damageto players and415 damage to vehicles.You can hold up to5 charges at once,but each one takes7.5 seconds to recharge.

A screenshot of a player wielding the Magneto Power in Fortnite.

Block

Aim button

Activate the shield todeflect incoming bulletsand evenstop vehicles in their tracks.The shield has400 HPand sends vehicles flying back on impact.

Magneto Power isn’t just for offense and defense. Equip it to activate its low-gravity jump. Need to escape a precarious situation or reposition yourself quickly? The Magneto Power lets you soften the blow of a long fall.