Epic Games breaks up Fortnite content into seasons and chapters. While players experience the most significant changes during season and chapter changes, the developer keeps the game fresh with various events between.
Fortnite v23.40 introduced the game's most wanted event on February 14, 2023. During the event, Fortnite will introduce a new mechanic called Heat Levels.
Fortnite's Heat mechanic is explained.
The Most Wanted Event's Heat Level will vary depending on player actions. Eliminating opponents and opening vaults will increase your Heat level, which you can keep track of via the flame icons.
Fortnite's Heat level will make players more visible to their foes on the minimap. There are also advantages to increasing your heat level.
For 500 gold, heat levels may also be increased or decreased.
Fortnite has an unusually high heat level.
| Heat level | Buffs |
| One | The opponents you eliminate will drop more Bars. |
| Two | Receive a 15 percent movement speed bonus, and regenerate 100 health when you’re out of combat. |
| Three | Receive a 20 percent movement speed bonus, and regenerate 100 health + 50 shield when you’re out of combat. |
| Four | Receive a 25 percent movement speed bonus, and regenerate 100 health + 100 shield when you’re out of combat. |
Fortnite players will be able to claim Most Wanted quests and rewards along with new skins and cosmetics coming to Fortnite v23.40. There will be plenty to explore during Valentine's Day in Fortnite.