How to Rocket Ride in Fortnite OG

Nathan Warby
Fortnite player Rocket Riding

Fortnite OG has transported players back to Chapter 1, which means the fan-favorite Rocket Riding trick is possible once again. Here’s how to Rocket Ride in Fortnite.

Fortnite OG is in full swing, taking players back in time to the glory days of the battle royale. As we countdown toward Chapter 5, Epic Games are bringing back a different iconic Chapter 1 map with regular updates throughout the season.

The return to Chapter 1 has also brought classic weapons and items back to Fortnite, including the Rocket Launcher. This means you’ll see players flying around the island, as the Rocket Riding trick that fans loved pulling off in the early days of the battle royale is possible once again.

Here’s how to Rocket Ride in Fortnite.

Fortnite: How to Rocket Ride

To Rocket Ride in Fortnite, all you have to do is jump onto a rocket after it’s been fired as it travels through the air. However, this is easier said than done and will require precise timing to pull off consistently.

The easiest way to Rocket Ride is by coordinating with a teammate in either Duos, Trios, or Squads, but those who like to live dangerously can also perform the trick on an enemy rocket.

Here’s how to Rocket Ride in Fortnite:

  1. Land in a Fortnite match and find a Rocket Launcher.
  2. Stand with your back to a teammate holding an RPG.
  3. Jump into the air.
  4. At the height of your jump, get the teammate to fire.
  5. Land on the rocket and ride off across the map.
Fortnite OG artwork with Spectra Knight
Fortnite OG brought back a ton of content from Chapter 1.

While this may seem like nothing more than a fun trick to troll lobbies with, Rocket Riding actually has its advantages. Not only does it let you move quickly across the map, it can be ideal for getting the drop on enemy teams.

If you’re surfing on a teammate’s rocket, you won’t be damaged by the resulting explosion as there’s no friendly fire in Fortnite. This means you can destroy a rival team’s build or inflict plenty of damage before emerging from the smoke to finish them off.

That was everything you need to know about how to Rocket Ride in Fortnite OG. For more, be sure to check out our other guides:

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About The Author

Nathan is a Senior Writer at CharlieIntel. He’s an expert in EA Sports FC, Call of Duty, and Overwatch, as well as superhero games, including Marvel’s Spider-Man. With a master's degree in Magazine Journalism from Nottingham Trent University, he worked as a Trainee Reporter for Derbyshire Live before moving into games media, with bylines at Dexerto, Cultured Vultures, and more. You can contact Nathan by email at [email protected].