Fortnite's Pirate Token drop rate revealed to be 1 in 137,000

Epic Games has finally disclosed the exact odds of finding Fortnite's ultra-rare Pirate Token, following a week of intense player backlash. According to IGN, the developers posted the official drop rates on the game's social media account after fans threatened to report the studio to the FTC over a lack of transparency.

The Pirate Token is a seasonal item that unlocks two weeks of free items from the in-game shop. Its secret rarity led to a frenzy of chest-opening, with players complaining they were gambling time without knowing their chances. Epic's new data shows the base chance of getting the token from a chest is 1 in 137,000.

The company also addressed claims that the system was unfair. In a social media post, Epic stated that all participants have the same shot at the prize when opening a chest, and warned that any third-party tools or account sales are scams.

Some players had previously speculated the odds were around 1 in 7,000, making the actual figure far more daunting. While fans are relieved to have clarity, many noted the information should have been provided when the item launched.