With the introduction of Inferno Island, Fortnite Rocket Racing mode is heating up. This volcanic paradise brings a fresh wave of excitement featuring game modes, new tracks, and rewards. Get yourself ready to start the engines and experience hot excitement while racing around Inferno Island’s burning terrains. The debut of Inferno Island in Fortnite Rocket Racing also introduces a series of quests for players to complete.
Fortnite Rocket Racing was first introduced in Chapter 5 Season 1 and it’s the brand new seasonal reset for the high-octane racing game mode. There are several quests that players can progress through with the debut of Inferno Island, just like the Metallica Quests. Each quest will grant a hefty sum of XP along with other exclusive rewards upon completion. This article will break down everything about Fortnite Rocket Racing that you need to know.
Inferno Island’s Tracks
Inferno Island brings seven new tracks for you in Fortnite Rocket Racing. Epic Games has provided different tracks that have their own difficulty level. Below are all the tracks that Inferno Island offers to its fans.
Obsidian: A Fiery Gauntlet Awaits
| Difficulty | Novice |
| How to Unlock | Ranked Racing at Bronze I |
Obsidian is a cylindrical track through the heart of Inferno Island in Fortnite Rocket Racing. The arteries of this fiery paradise serve as cylindrical passageways in the game.
Seafoam Cove: A Breezy Escape
| Difficulty | Novice |
| How to Unlock | Ranked Racing at Bronze I |
A refreshing break from the heat with oceanside scenery on Inferno Island. Feel the brisk ocean breeze as you swift along serene scenery. Players will be able to enjoy cool ocean breezes as they race to the finish line.
Skull Rock Isle: Dual Worlds of Fire and Ice
| Difficulty | Novice |
| How to Unlock | Ranked Racing at Silver I. |
Venture up and through twisting turns. Drift ’round a fiery inferno on the inside, and a cool beachy paradise on the outside. An exciting thriller track with a fiery interior and a beachy exterior.
Twin Flame Island: Choose Your Path
| Difficulty | Advanced |
| How to Unlock | Ranked Racing at Gold I |
A challenging track with split paths. Selection between split paths on this island close to Inferno Island.
Azure Grotto: Tourist Thrills
| Difficulty | Advanced |
| How to Unlock | Ranked Racing at Gold I |
Explore popular tourist attractions at high speed. Drift, drive, and fly through some of Inferno Island’s most popular tourist attractions.
Beyond the Epic-made tracks, Inferno Island also features two tropical tracks from 404 Creative: Basalt Burrow and Lavish Lagoon.
Basalt Burrow: Reflexes Required
| Difficulty | Expert |
| How to Unlock | Ranked Racing at Diamond I. |
Get ready to tackle the twists and turns in Basalt Burrow. You’ll need quick reflexes and moves in the treacherous twists en route to the final finish line.
Lavish Lagoon: A Tranquil Challenge
| Difficulty | Novice |
| How to Unlock | Ranked Racing at Silver I |
Best suited for a getaway, so long as you don’t relax too much. You need to Drive circles around your enemy in this thrilling tropical getaway.
Inferno Island Week 1 Quests
| Quests | How to Complete | Rewards |
| Get a Starline Boost of at least 50 percent in races (5) | Simply hit the Throttle button (W on PC, RT on Xbox, R2 on Playstation) the moment before the light signal at the start of the race turns green to activate Starline boost. Get a Starline boost of at least 50% five times to complete. | 5,000 XP |
| Activate turbo (30) | Click Scroll-Wheel on PC, Triangle on Playstation, or Y on Xbox to activate Turbo when it is available. Turbo can be built up by Drifting and do this a total of 30 times. | 5,000 XP |
| Drive or drift total distance (200,000) | Simply Drift or drive a total of 200,000 meters to complete. It can be done easily by playing passively. Press Shift on PC, X on Xbox, or Square on Playstation to activate Drift. | 5,000 XP |
| Activate Draft in races (20) | The draft can be activated by simply driving behind another driver, commonly referred to as Slipstream by the player base. When white streaks appear behind their car then the players will know that Draft is active. Simply activate Draft a total of 20 times this way to complete. | 5,000 XP |
| Travel Total Distance while turboing (50,000) | Click the scroll wheel on PC, Triangle on PlayStation, or Y on Xbox to activate Turbo when it is available. Turbo can be extended by hitting the same button again during a short window after the initial activation and can be replenished by Drifting. Simply travel a total distance of 50,000 meters to complete. | 5,000 XP |
| Finish races (10) | Simply finish 10 races to complete. However, placement does not make a difference. | 5,000 XP |
| Earn total Starline Boost percentage in races (500) | Hit the Throttle button (W on PC, RT on Xbox, R2 on PlayStation) before the light signal at the start of the race turns green. Achieve a Starline Boost percentage of 500 percent to complete. | 5,000 XP |
| Finish Races After Using 250 percent Underthrust (15) | Underthrust can be activated with A on Xbox, Left Click on PC, and X on Playstation after jumping in midair. Often used to drive on ceilings or underneath floating tracks or fly through the air on ramps. To complete it, simply finish a race after using 259 percent a total of 15 times. | 5,000 XP |
Along with the Inferno Island Lobby (Molten Mix) lobby track and jam track for completing all eight, the Molten Boost trail will be awarded to players upon completing six of the Week 1 Inferno Island Quests.
More Fortnite Rocket Racing Inferno Island Quests
Navigate to the quests section in the top bar that features other sections like the Fortnite Item Shop to get access to the Fortnite Rocket Racking Inferno Island Quests. Below is a full list of quests that Inferno Island will offer to the players each week and players can find these quests in the game in Chapter 5 Season 3.
Week 2
· Activate Turbo while in a Drift (15)
· Activate Turbo Bonus Zones (30)
· Travel total distance while turboing in the air (50,000)
· Hit Boost Pads (50)
· Drive or Fly total distance (75,000)
· Beat other players total in races (35)
· Draft Total distance (10,000)
· Finish Laps in the Top 4 in Races (15)
Week 3
· Activate Turbo Bonus Zones (20)
· Travel Total Distance while turboing in a Drift (35,000)
· Travel total distance while drift boosting (50,000)
· Finish laps in racing (15)
· Activate Draft in Races (25)
· Finish Races after flying at least 2 km (10)
· Travel total distance (300,000)
· Get a Startline Boost of at least 50% in races (15)
Week 4
· Activate Turbo while in the air (15)
· Beat other players total in races (20)
· Fly total distance (75,000)
· Travel total distance while turboing in a Drift or in the air (60,000)
· Drift total distance (75,000)
· Finish races after drifting at least 2 km (10)
· Earn total Startline Boost percentage in races (555)
· Finish races after using at least 6 turbos (15)
Week 5
· Activate Draft in races (15)
· Drive or fly total distance (150,000)
· Activate Turbo (50)
· Travel total distance while turboing (75,000)
· Finish races after activating at least 3 Turbo Bonus Zones (10)
· Travel total distance while Drift Boosting (75,000)
· Beat other players total in races (55)
· Finish Races (20)
Week 6
· Activate Turbo Bonus Zones while in a Drift (15)
· Travel total distance while turboing in a Drift (25,000)
· Beat other players in races (25)
· Finish laps in racing (20)
· Finish races without Demoing (10)
· Hit Boost Pads (75)
· Fly total distance (100,000)
· Earn total Startline Boost Percentage in races (750)
Week 7
· Use total Underthrust Percentage (1,000)
· Finish races after activating Draft at least 2 times (5)
· Activate Turbo Bonus Zones (35)
· Draft total distance in races (10,000)
· Finish races without hitting a hazard (10)
· Travel total distance while turboing in the air (75,000)
· Get a Startline Boost of at least 50% in races (15)
· Travel total distance while drift boosting (100,000)
Week 8
· Travel total distance while Drift Boosting (15)
· Activate Draft in races (20)
· Travel total distance while turboing in a Drift or in the Air (50,000)
· Beat other players total in races (50)
· Finish races after reaching a speed of 1,111 kph (11)
· Drift total distance (100,000)
· Finish races (15)
· Travel total distance (500,000)
Complete these Fortnite Rocket Racing Inferno Island while navigating the new tracks to earn XP for Chapter 5 Season 3. Each quest will give you 5,000 XP.
Inferno Island Weekly Quest Rewards
Below are the rest of the Inferno Island Quests that will be released on a specific date and the players will earn rewards for completing each set of quests.
| Inferno Island Quests | Release Date | Rewards |
| Week 1 | July 23 | Molten Boost trail, Inferno Island Lobby (Molten Mix) lobby track, Inferno Island Lobby (Molten Mix) jam track |
| Week 2 | July 30 | Sharp Turns Ahead loading screen |
| Week 3 | August 6 | Burning Brighter loading screen |
| Week 4 | August 13 | Purple variant for the Molten boost |
| Week 5 | August 20 | Cruisin’ Inferno loading screen |
| Week 6 | August 27 | Winding Waterfalls loading screen |
| Week 7 | September 3 | Lava Hazard loading screen |
| Week 8 | September 10 | Purple variant for the Molten trail |
Tips and Strategies For The Track
Inferno Island will require you to have technique, planning, and some bravery as it is a difficult world in Fortnite Rocket Racing. Being good at boosting up speed, controlling movement in the air, and drifting are very important skills that make a big difference in victory. Use shortcuts and power-ups cleverly because it will help you adjust your driving style according to the layout of each track.
Casual or Competitive: Choose Your Pace
Be a daring adventurer or someone who likes to take it easy as Fortnite Inferno Island offers something exciting for everyone.
Casual Racing
Unwind and have fun in the new Casual Racing playlist. This mode provides the perfect escape from the competitive pressures of Ranked Racing. Whether you’re experimenting with different vehicles, honing your driving skills, or simply looking to enjoy the thrill of the race then Casual Racing provides a stress-free environment. Focus on having fun with friends or solo and leave the leaderboard worries behind.
Ranked Racing
Ranked Racing offers a thrilling challenge for those players who thrive on competition. Climb the ranks to unlock exclusive rewards like Trail and Sonic Boom Boost. You can use the new season to show off your racing abilities against top-notch competitors in Fortnite. The feeling of victory will let you gain respect from others and have an exciting rush as you climb up the ladder. Show your friends and community that you’re the best and make yourself a legend on the track.
Master Your Controls
Familiarize yourself with the rocket’s controls to navigate curves effectively.
Optimize Your Speed
Learn the tracks to discover shortcuts and boost opportunities.
Use Power-Ups Wisely
Timing your power-ups can make all the difference in tight races.
Level Up Your Ride: The Lockjaw Starter Quest Pack
Make a bright impression on the track with the Lockjaw Starter Quest Pack. This exclusive bundle includes the sleek Lockjaw car body and it is customizable with a range of decals from flames to lightning. Complete the look with the fiery Cinder outfit, available in both LEGO Styles and Fortnite. Complete the game quests to unlock even more car components like the high-performance Lockjaw Duneracer Wheels. This pack is your ticket to speed, style, and victory. The Lockjaw Starter Quest Pack in Inferno Island hit the shop on 25 July.
Fortnite’s Lockjaw Starter Quest Pack will consist of the following
· 4 Lockjaw Decals (Flames, Lightning, Stripes, Wings)
· Cinder Outfit (With a LEGO variant)
· A Lockjaw Car Body
· Lockjaw Quest Bundle
Enhancements and Additions
With several key improvements, Epic Games has focused on refining the Rocket Racing experience. Thanks to increased thruster upward force players will now be able to find it easier to execute gravity-defying stunts. Drift longer, soar higher, and dominate the competition with these enhanced aerial maneuvers.
To keep the excitement level high for the Fortnite Rocket Racing players, developers offer fresh challenges and rewards. To earn valuable in-game items and unlock exclusive customization options, complete all of these objectives.
Climb the Ranks in Inferno Island Fortnite
Players who finished at a higher rank during the previous ranking period will be delighted to know that they’ll start with the same rank on Inferno Island Fortnite. You may start in Gold, Silver, etc. Rather than Bronze if you finished at a high rank in the precious Ranked period. That saves them the hassle of grinding for higher ranks. The casual racing playlist is perfect for having fun and honing your racing skills.
The Future of Fortnite Rocket Racing
Inferno Island is a very crucial step for the Rocket Racing mode in Fortnite. Its interesting choices for gameplay, different tracks, and rewarding system of progress make sure it has something to offer to all types of players. The mix of relaxed enjoyment, strong rivalry, and continuous creativity ensures that Rocket Racing stays an exciting and changing part of Fortnite.
Conclusion
Players may look forward to more thrilling updates and difficulties as the Fortnite Rocket Racing new update changes the meta once again. Fortnite Rocket Racing now features track alterations, new vehicles, and different types of gameplay. More events and updates may be added to maintain a lively racing experience.