The Cheat Code Locator, a new Pickaxe‑Slot Gizmo dropped in Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4, unlocks permanent map markers for Epic‑rarity cheat codes regardless of distance.
What the Gizmo Does
Equipped in the pickaxe slot, the Locator scans the terrain for hidden cheat codes and pings their exact coordinates on your mini‑map. Only you see the marker; the codes themselves aren’t revealed until you physically approach and solve them to trigger a sprite drop.
Getting the Cheat Code Locator
The Locator can be earned in three ways:
- Complete in‑game quests for a chance to win it as a reward.
- Redeem a Lobby Hack code found in the main lobby and convert it through a Sprite Extraction Site.
- Purchase it from a Sprite Extraction Site, which requires 1,500 Sprite Dust per Gizmo.
Unlike other in‑game items, the Cheat Code Locator is non‑transferable; it cannot be traded, gifted, or sold, and each account receives only one. Buying in bulk is generally discouraged—we advise using Sprite Dust instead for upgrading Loot Hacks, which yield higher‑tier items.
Using the Locator in Battle Royale
Equip the Gizmo by holding Y/Triangle on a controller or J on a keyboard while holding your pickaxe, then select the Locator from the wheel. Activate it with RT/R2 (or left‑click on PC). Watch the mini‑map light up with a bright marker pointing to the cheat code’s location. Travel to the spot, solve the puzzle, and the sprite will appear. For faster input, a Cheat Master Sprite can bypass the normal entry process.
Does It Pay Off?
Because cheat codes on the map are abundant yet each yields an Epic sprite, the Locator offers convenience but little guaranteed advantage. In practice, most players discover high‑value sprites without the Gizmo, and the device rarely produces the coveted Fortnite Klombo sprite that would justify its hype.
If you prefer to explore without distractions, ignore the Locator; if you enjoy systematically collecting Epic sprites, it may save time. Ultimately, the tool’s utility hinges on how aggressively you pursue the map’s hidden riches.
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