A massive leak about Fortnite Chapter 7 stirred up the community this weekend. Well-known dataminers, such as NotPaloLeaks and ShiinaBR, revealed two new mechanics that could completely change the game’s meta: the long-awaited self-revive and drivable Reboot Vans. If confirmed, these features, expected for the new season in December, will drastically alter team survival strategies.
Until now, being downed in a squad match without a nearby ally was almost always a death sentence. The introduction of self-revive promises to change this scenario, giving players a second chance.
How Will Self-Revive Work?
Although Epic Games has not yet confirmed the details, leaks suggest that the self-revive mechanic in Fortnite Chapter 7 will function similarly to other Battle Royale games, like Apex Legends or Warzone.
Speculation is that players will be able to find or buy a special item, a “token,” that allows them to get up on their own after being downed. This adds an immense tactical layer, allowing a “downed” player to hide and wait for the right moment to revive themselves, surprising opponents who already considered them out of the fight.
Drivable Reboot Vans: The Perfect Getaway
The most chaotic change, however, seems to be with the Reboot Vans. Currently, these vehicles are static on the map, turning the act of bringing a teammate back into a moment of high tension and risk, as enemies can easily surround the location.
With the leak, Reboot Vans will become drivable vehicles. This means a player can grab the van, drive it to a safe location (like inside a building or behind a mountain), and then start the reboot process. More than that, it opens the possibility for chaotic strategies: teams could “steal” the van and drive it into the ocean, denying the resource to other teams.
Impact on the Game
The combination of these two features signals a major shift in the pace of matches. Epic Games seems focused on reducing the frustration of being eliminated quickly and giving teams more strategic options to recover from a bad fight. Fortnite Chapter 7 is scheduled for release in early December 2025.
