Fortnite Shadow Briefings are special missions you can accept during a match. They give you objectives like digging up loot, opening supply drops, or completing combat tasks. Finishing them helps you complete weekly quests and earn XP fast.

This guide covers where to find Shadow Briefings, how to start them, and how to complete each type.

What are Shadow Briefings in Fortnite?

Shadow Briefings are interactive terminals placed across the Fortnite island that offer timed mini-missions. They look like job boards and are marked on your map and minimap with a small white notebook icon when you get nearby.

• You can accept one Shadow Briefing per match
• Each briefing has a time limit
• Completing them helps finish weekly and seasonal quests

They also give loot, XP, or advantages, but you have to find them first. 

Fortnite Shadow Briefings locations: Where to find them?

Shadow Briefings can spawn (70%) at specific locations across the island. They are more common in the southern half of the map, but can also be found at minor points of interest and even gas stations.

• Vineyards south of Lethal Labs
• Cosmic Durr (restaurant near Classified Canyon)
• Ripped Tides
• Bumpy Bay
• Gas stations across the map

When you approach a briefing terminal, you’ll see the white notebook icon on your minimap and main screen.

How to complete Shadow Briefings in Fortnite

Follow these steps:

1. Walk up to a Shadow Briefing terminal — a tall job board object.
2. Press the interact button to open the briefing wheel.
3. Select the briefing you want.
4. The timer starts immediately & you will see where you need to go on the map. You may see golden circles or icons related to your quest.

Once accepted, the briefing will show its objective and countdown timer.

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