The exotic Hyperburst Pistol in Fortnite features a shockwave effect on both the first and final bursts of its magazine. Under normal conditions, players would need to reload to trigger the effect again. However, a newly discovered bug bypasses this requirement. If you carry a second fully loaded Hyperburst in your inventory and never switch to it, the game appears to treat your active pistol as permanently full. As a result, every shot produces a shockwave burst.
This bug leads to absurd interactions—vehicles get stopped mid-drive, enemies are thrown from cover, and storm beasts lose their footing. Players can even use the effect for movement by aiming at the ground, sending themselves flying. Since no reload or weapon swap is needed, the glitch turns the exotic pistol into a constant disruption tool.
How to Trigger the Infinite Shockwave Bug
To activate this bug, players must carry two exotic Hyperburst Pistols. One remains untouched and fully loaded in the inventory. The other is used for combat. The trick works because the system incorrectly checks both pistols’ ammo status and assumes the active weapon remains full.
There’s no need for perfect timing or complex inputs. Just ensure one pistol is untouched, and the shockwave will trigger with every burst. The effect works best when aimed at cars, cover, or the ground for mobility. Players have also noticed this bug interrupts vehicles, throws off enemy aim, and can break up fights with constant knockbacks.
Where to Get Two Hyperburst Pistols
You might assume acquiring two exotic pistols would be impossible in most games—but there’s a workaround. Normally, defeating Overlord Spire bosses grants a Hyperburst. However, players can skip that by purchasing the pistol from the Vengeance Jones NPC at Utopia City.
To unlock the pistol in the NPC shop, you’ll need to complete pistol expertise quests. Once unlocked, the cost starts at 1,000 gold but drops with each completed challenge. If you’ve finished every pistol quest, buying two pistols only costs 800 gold total. While not cheap, it’s far more manageable than relying on boss RNG or multiple spire fights.
Gameplay Use and Buffs to Shockwave (Fortnite Exotic Pistol)
This bug isn’t just situational—it’s been a dominant interaction throughout the season. Players can clear out bushes, stop cars instantly, or push enemies into the storm. It can even make aggressive plays safer by disrupting return fire or letting you reposition in seconds.
The shockwave effect itself was recently buffed, making it more impactful both as a movement tool and disruption mechanic. Fighting storm beasts or chasing players becomes easier when each burst flings enemies out of cover or ruins vehicle setups. If you’ve ever felt helpless against someone shockwaving nonstop, this bug is likely why.
From griefing car players to turning fights into chaotic messes, the exotic Hyperburst Pistol in its current state is as chaotic as it is useful. Until this bug is patched, players can expect more odd encounters—especially when someone brings both pistols into the endgame. If this interaction stays unpatched, it might become one of the most disruptive bugs of the season for both casual and competitive lobbies.
