How do you actually win in Fortnite Solo these days?

I’ve been playing for a while and can usually make it to top 15 or 10, but actually getting that Victory Royale still feels impossible. Are there specific strats that still work in 2025? Should I be W-keying fights or just hiding until endgame? I’ve tried both and just end up getting third-partied or sniped. How are people still winning consistently - what’s the trick?

If you’re not winning, you're either taking bad fights or avoiding too many. The key is smart aggression: third-party other fights, but don’t push unless you’re full HP and have mats. Also, rotate early because dying in zone or getting gatekept is 90% of my friends’ losses.

Practice your builds and edits in creative. You don’t need to be flashy, but if you can’t get height or defend yourself in a build fight, someone else will. Even just knowing when to ramp, box, or disengage wins games.

Not gonna lie, I play like it’s Season 3. Land outskirts, loot up, avoid 90% of fights, and wait till it’s a 1v1. Most people overthink solos. If you get to final zone with 3 med-mist, some mobility, and a gold shotgun, you’re chilling.

W-keying still works, just not every game. High kill wins are possible if your aim is cracked and your movement is unpredictable. Land at hot POIs like MEGA City or Redline, clean up midgame, then farm mats from fallen players. Play like you have nothing to lose.

Your drop spot is half the battle. Pick one with enough loot for at least 2 kills, but not so hot that you’re dead off spawn. Somewhere like Classy Courts or Coastal Comms is ideal right now. Know the chests, vending machines, and rotate early.

Also make sure you're on performance mode or optimized settings. 120fps makes a bigger difference than you think, and mobile players are easier lobbies if you’re struggling on console.

I swear by the “rat meta”: stack heals, storm camp, and play corners until you’re last circle. It's not fun, but it works. Got 4 wins last week just waiting in a basement with a Havoc Shotgun

Honestly the biggest thing is composure. I used to panic build or overpeek. Now I play slow and only shoot when I’m sure I can hit. You don’t need 10 kills to win. You just need to outlive.