Several tips can help stop losing to Dr. Doom in Fortnite Season 4. With last week’s update, the boosted spawn rate of Doom Island reduced from 30% to 12%. Now, in every match, Doom Island spawns alongside Loot Island in the fourth zone, creating a 12% chance of its appearance. Despite rumors that Doom Island would be removed in the Iron Man update, it remains in the game. Fortnite announced that the ability to become Dr. Doom will continue until October 5th, offering a little more time to defeat him in the game.
Prevent Others from Becoming Dr. Doom
The biggest advice to stop losing to Dr. Doom revolves around preventing anyone from becoming Dr. Doom by fighting on Doom Island. A detailed video about this already exists, which is linked in the description below. Fighting on Doom Island makes it easier to prevent others from becoming Dr. Doom than actually battling him once he takes form.
Having items like the siphon medallion and the scan medallion can ease the challenge of these fights. Also, having mobility helps significantly. Tools like the jetpack or Sher claws provide the ability to jump off the island and return when needed. Given how chaotic fights on Doom Island can get, third-partying and cleaning up skirmishes after other players fight can often be enough to maintain control.
Use Mobility to Survive Against Dr. Doom
In a direct fight against Dr. Doom, using mobility and keeping distance proves most effective. Many of Doom’s attacks fail to hit if you’re airborne. The war machine hover jets offer a great advantage, allowing for aerial maneuvers to shoot down on Dr. Doom. Doom’s laser beam, which emits a consistent green laser, is the most dangerous attack while in the air. Avoid this by leaving immediately when he attempts the move.
Using double mobility items provides significant leverage in the fight against Dr. Doom. Having both the Sher claws and the war machine hover jets allows for quick escapes when Doom gets too close. Managing jetpack fuel becomes essential, as running out of fuel during close encounters with Doom likely results in losing the fight.
Managing Fights on Doom Island
Take advantage of the Rifts to escape and reset during chaotic fights. Instead of trying to eliminate every player, focus on preventing someone from capturing Doom Island. Jumping off the island and resetting can make fights more manageable. If playing in team-based modes, try to eliminate Doom’s teammates first, as they have lower health and present a more immediate threat with firearms.
Fighting While Managing Jetpack Fuel
The key to defeating Dr. Doom lies in staying alive, managing jetpack fuel, and dealing damage over time. Most solo players won’t melt him in a single encounter, but by maintaining range and using ARs while staying airborne, it’s possible to wear him down. Keeping the fight stretched out works in favor, especially since Dr. Doom cannot heal himself beyond eliminations or minimal environmental resources.
In squad scenarios, focus fire from multiple players may defeat him faster. However, in solos, approach the fight with patience, dealing damage incrementally and using mobility to avoid direct confrontation. If Doom cannot heal, the fight will eventually tip in your favor.
