The 1-Up Token is one of the more interesting additions to Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4. True to its retro gaming name, it gives you a second shot at survival when you get knocked down in a Battle Royale match. There are three distinct ways to get one, and knowing which method fits your playstyle could be the difference between a top-five finish and an early exit.
What does the 1-Up Token do in Fortnite?
The 1-Up Token functions as an automatic extra life. You don't activate it manually like a healing item. When you go DBNO (down but not out) during a Battle Royale match, the token triggers on its own and rifts you into the sky. You redeploy with full HP and your entire loot loadout intact, then glide back down wherever you choose.
That last detail matters more than it sounds. Landing with your full inventory means you don't lose the Sprites or rare weapons you've been building up across the match. You can also use the rift to reposition entirely, which makes it a strong tool for escaping a bad fight rather than just reviving in the same spot.
How to get the 1-Up Token in Fortnite
There are three methods available in Chapter 7 Season 4. Each has a different reliability level, so it's worth understanding what you're working with before committing to a strategy.
Method 1: Llama Supply Drop Gizmo
The most reliable route is through the Llama Supply Drop Gizmo, a new item added to the Chapter 7 Season 4 loot pool. Once you have one, throw it on the ground and it calls in a boosted llama-themed Supply Drop at your location. Open the crate and you'll find high-rarity loot plus a 1-Up Token inside.
The Gizmo can be obtained by entering a Lobby Hack Code in the admin panel. This is the most consistent method if you want to guarantee access to the token without relying on RNG.
Method 2: Defeat the Doctor Eggman boss
The Doctor Eggman boss on the island drops a 1-Up Token when defeated, alongside a mythic 8-Bit Shotgun, Sonic Power Sneakers, a Chug Jug, and Gold Bars. If you're planning to hunt Eggman anyway for the mythic weapon, the token is a natural bonus.
The trade-off is that boss fights attract other players. Eggman's location is a contested drop, so expect company. Going in early with decent loot is the play.
Method 3: Extra Life Match Override
The third option is the Extra Life Match Override, activated through one of the eight Override Consoles scattered across the Fortnite island. When this specific override is active, every player on your squad automatically gets the 1-Up Token effect for the entire match, no item pickup required.
The catch is that Match Overrides are randomized each game. You have no control over which buff gets activated when you hit a console, so landing the Extra Life override is pure luck. Treat this as a bonus when it happens rather than a farming strategy.
Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4 Guide: How to Get 1-Up Token for Extra Life
How does the 1-Up Token compare to other revival items?
The 1-Up Token works differently from the Self-Revive Device introduced in Chapter 7 Season 3. The Self-Revive required manual activation, while the 1-Up Token fires automatically the moment you go DBNO. The rift mechanic also sets it apart from Kenny's Respawn Token, which had a more straightforward revival without the aerial repositioning element.
The aerial redeploy is genuinely the token's strongest feature. Getting knocked in a bad position, like caught in the open or pinned against a wall, normally means you're done. The rift pulls you out of that situation entirely and gives you altitude to work with.
If you're grinding Chapter 7 Season 4 and want more ways to build out your cosmetic collection while you play, check out the Lootin' Llama Sprite guide for a free reward that also ties into the Llama theme this season.
Tips for using the 1-Up Token effectively
- Hold it for endgame. The token is most valuable when the circle is tight and every mistake is punished hard. Using it in the mid-game just to survive a mediocre fight wastes its potential.
- Use the rift to rotate, not just survive. If you're in a losing position in the final zone, the aerial redeploy lets you glide to a better spot instead of landing back in the same firefight.
- Protect your Sprites. Going DBNO with rare Sprites collected means losing them if you get eliminated. The 1-Up Token keeps your full inventory intact, making it especially worth holding onto if you've had a strong looting phase.
- Don't stack tokens. Only one token can be carried at a time, so there's no point picking up a second one if you already have it. Leave it for a teammate who can benefit.
For more Chapter 7 Season 4 content and free reward guides, the full Fortnite guides collection has everything you need to stay on top of the season's mechanics and limited-time items.