Fortnite is currently undergoing scheduled maintenance for its v34.40 update. Many players reported issues, and Downdetector, a website responsible for checking the service disruptions and analyzing them in real-time, also reported issues. The downtime began on Tuesday, April 22 at 4:00 AM Eastern Time (1:30 PM IST). The downtime is announced by Epic Games and hence players are unable to access the game.
What Happened and Why Fortnite is Down:
The Fortnite v34.40 update is one of the major updates which marks the final major update for Chapter 6 Season 2 of the game. The update is expected to bring several upgrades, new content, and collaborations to the Fortnite. Nevertheless, there’s no significant changes, but it surely adds and introduces exciting additions.
The maintenance is expected to last approximately four hours, with servers anticipated to be back online around 8:00 AM Eastern Time (5:30 PM IST). However, exact timings may vary depending on the update’s progress.
FORTNITE SERVERS DOWN 2.5 HOURS LEFT! pic.twitter.com/92eMytgWSD
— Fortnite Leaks 🕜 (@FortniteFNLK) April 22, 2025
This update will bring several exciting additions like new skins, characters from Marvel’s Thunderbolts and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles villains, and more. The Epic Games is expected to bring actress Jenna Ortega inspired skin
For real-time updates on the server status and maintenance progress, players are encouraged to follow Fortnite’s official status tracker on X (@FortniteStatus) or visit the Epic Games Public Status page.
What Kind of Game is Fortnite:
Fortnite is a battle royale game and a popular multiplayer video game. The game is developed by Epic Games and comes with multiple game styles. The game comes with several modes including creative mode where you are dropped onto a large island and you have to be the last person standing. You need to collect weapons, resources, and several other in-game items that help you to win the battle. The playable area shrinks over time, forcing players into closer combat.This mode is fast-paced, competitive, and blends shooting mechanics with building structures
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