Hit Hero Practice Targets Fortnite Not Working? Here’s Why and How to Fix It
Fortnite Chapter 6, Season 3 introduced the “Hit Hero Practice Targets at Different Hero Training Outposts” quest as part of the Morgan Myst Investigates storyline. While it sounds straightforward—hit practice targets at three different outposts—many players have encountered frustrating bugs that prevent quest completion. This article dives deep into why the quest is not working, shares official insights, community-tested fixes, and useful tips to help you overcome this challenge.
Why is the “Hit Hero Practice Targets” Quest Not Working?
Official Epic Games Acknowledgment
Epic Games has confirmed the quest can get stuck:
“We are aware that 'Hit hero practice targets at different hero training outposts' or 'Gather the clues left by the instructors' quests can get stuck if you are eliminated or leave the match while trying to complete them. Our team is working to resolve this issue in a future update.”
— [Epic Games Help Center]
Common Bugs Reported by Players
The Fortnite community has reported several issues:
-
Targets Not Spawning: After hitting one target, the others may fail to appear at all, making progress impossible.
-
Invisible or Unresponsive Targets: Targets sometimes don’t show visually or don’t react when shot, even with multiple weapons.
-
Progress Not Tracking: Hitting multiple targets in the same match often doesn’t update quest progress.
-
Quest Freezes After Death or Leaving: If eliminated or you leave mid-quest, progress may freeze, requiring a restart.
These bugs have been widely discussed on platforms like Reddit and YouTube, with many players stuck at 1/3 or 2/3 progress and unable to complete the quest2345.
How to Fix “Hit Hero Practice Targets” Not Working
Despite the bugs, players have found effective workarounds to complete the quest:
Step-by-Step Guide to Complete the Quest
-
Start a fresh match to avoid carry-over bugs.
-
Visit one hero training outpost per match. Attempting multiple targets in one game often fails to track progress.
-
Use ranged weapons (shotguns or SMGs) to shoot the target. If invisible, shoot around the expected location.
-
Look for the spinning animation on the target to confirm a successful hit.
-
Leave or finish the match after hitting one target. Then repeat in a new match for the next outpost.
-
If the target doesn’t appear or respond, restart the game or try a different match.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Why don’t the hero practice targets show up?
It’s a known bug where targets fail to spawn after hitting one or due to server issues.
Can I hit all three targets in one match?
Usually no. Progress often only tracks if you hit one target per match.
What weapons work best for hitting invisible targets?
Shotguns and SMGs work best. Melee weapons often don’t register hits on invisible targets.
