Fortnite Season 7 has brought a myriad of changes and innovations to the table. Epic Games has really pushed the envelope for this season, and it shows. From new POIs, weapons, and vehicles; it looks like the hype before launch stayed true to its nature.So, without further ado, here are 15 new features for players to explore in Fortnite Season 7.Watch some Fortnite Season 7 gameplay here:Also Read: Fortnite accidentally leaks the 'Macarena' emote after Season 7 update15 new features in Fortnite Season 7Owing to the numerous new features, to make things easier, they have been divided into three sub-categories.WeaponsMap changesNew additionsWeapons#1 - Pulse RifleThe Pulse Rifle has become the standard choice for mid-range combat for loopers in Fortnite Season 7. The rifle can be found quite easily all over the map, however, searching chests does grant a higher chance of finding it. For some real firepower, players can attempt to obtain the Mythic Pulse Rifle by defeating Doctor Slone.#2 - Rail GunBy now, players have seen red beams of light shoot across the map during gameplay. With its slow fire rate but devastating shots, the Rail Gun is the perfect weapon for players with steady aim.*ALL NEW WEAPONS* for #FortniteSeason7- Recon Scanner- Kymera Ray Gun- Pulse Rifle- Rail Gun pic.twitter.com/53zAZDrCcp— Informer - Fortnite Leaks & News (@InformerLeaks) June 8, 2021#3 - Kymera Ray GunThe Kymera Ray Gun is the perfect gun for long-drawn-out engagements or an early game grab. With its near-unlimited ammo, this gun is perfect for a tight spot. It can usually be obtained by defeating UFO enemies after they crash land.#4 - Recon ScannerIn addition to doing damage to the target, Recon Scanner highlights enemies and loot within a certain radius. The weapon is great for surveying an area before moving in to loot.#5 - Fixed TurretsFollowing the Alien invasion, the IO has brought in some heavy ordnance to deal with the invaders in Fortnite Season 7. Located at IO bases on the island, players can use these fixed turrets to their advantage if the situation arises.There's turrets on the map lol.#Fortnite #BattleRoyale pic.twitter.com/PsLdtllLWi— HighHowDoIPlay (@HighHowDoIPlay) June 8, 2021Also Read: Fortnite Season 7 Week 1 Challenge - Where to obtain different IO Tech weaponsMap changes#1 - Corny ComplexWhile on the surface, this location looks like a casual farm, in reality, the IO has set up an underground base here. Players will encounter heavy resistance from the IO when trying to enter the base. On the flipside, successfully defeating the IO guards, and finally, Doctor Slone, will grant players the Mythic Pulse Rifle.#2 - Crop circles at Believer BeachBefore the invasion, it would seem as if "true believers" were getting ready to welcome the aliens to the island. However, as luck would have it, they decided to blow up the Spire, and conquer the island. Despite everything, crop circles can still be seen at this location.Sweaty sands POI is now Believer beach!#Fortnite pic.twitter.com/qvNe6TnV4D— Parallax | Fortnite🛸 Intel (@ParallaxLeaks) June 8, 2021#3 - Aliens appearanceIn the aftermath of the alien invasion, in every new game, players will encounter random locations abuzz with alien activity. UFO vehicles patrol these areas and attack all players who land there. Players can defeat these UFOs and take control of their ships#4 The AftermathFollowing the destruction of the Spire at the start of Fortnite Season 7, a massive crater known as the Aftermath has appeared in the game. While there's nothing really special about this location, players can collect the alien artifact found here to upgrade their Kymera.#5 - Purple MutationsPerhaps a side effect of the Zero Point being blown up, little patches of the purple mutation have begun appearing all over the map. Flora located in these mutated spots look very different compared to anything else found on the island.There are multiple of these landmarks around the map! pic.twitter.com/xYcYgLs6My— VastBlast - Fortnite Leaks (@VastBlastt) June 8, 2021Also Read: Every map change in Fortnite Season 7 - Corny Complex, Believer Beach, new POIs, and purple landmarksNew additions#1 - New crafting materialA brand new crafting material has been added to Fortnite Season 7. With the removal of Primal and Makeshift weapons, nuts and bolts have become the new main item used to upgrade weapons in-game.#2 - Living LlamasLlamas were already great in-game. Upon being destroyed, they provide a lot of fancy loot and gear to players. However, in Fortnite Season 7, the Llamas are now alive. This makes it harder to destroy them, as they keep moving about frantically to avoid being hit.Alive Llamas Footage! (Thanks to Sam on Discord) pic.twitter.com/0ds2aKgLlO— HYPEX - Fortnite Leaks (@HYPEX) June 8, 2021#3 - Vending MachinesPlayers can now buy items with gold bars from the various vending machines located around the map. In addition to selling items, many loopers have reported that these machines make punny pop-cultural statements as well.#4 - Upgrade BenchRather than getting weapons upgraded from NPCs, players in Fortnite Season 7 can do things the old-fashioned way; by using an upgrade bench. However, gold bars are required to upgrade the weapons.#5 - UFO VehiclesThe crème de la crème of Fortnite Season 7 has to be the usable alien vehicles. Players can use these flying vehicles to shoot at opponents and also tractor beam things and slingshot them. They do have a bit of a learning curve to master but are well worth the trouble.UFO IN GAME SHOWCASE pic.twitter.com/JuYzuAHRYk— FortTory - Fortnite Leaks & News 🛸 (@FortTory) June 8, 2021Also Read: Fortnite Season 7 UFO guide - Everything to know before driving them