On February 5, Fortnite players globally experienced a lockout as Epic Games implemented the latest update, leading to heightened anticipation for the game’s return. Following a major collaboration with South Park in January, Fortnite is ushering in February with fresh content aimed at maintaining player engagement until the next significant seasonal change in early March.
Fortnite servers are expected to remain down for several hours during this update, though a confirmed time for their return has not been provided. Historically, server downtimes for mid-season updates last between three to four hours, suggesting players might see the servers back online sometime between 2 AM PT and 2 AM ET. However, these estimates may fluctuate depending on the discovery of technical issues or if a larger patch is being deployed. Players are encouraged to monitor social media for real-time updates regarding server status.
The standout feature of the February 5 update is the launch of the new Fortnite Festival season, headlined by Chappell Roan. Her inclusion was eagerly anticipated after numerous leaks, adding excitement to Festival Season 13 along with the introduction of a new Festival Pass for players to progress through.
As the South Park collaboration concludes, the Born in Chaos Mini Pass has expired, meaning free rewards are no longer accessible for those who did not complete it. Nevertheless, it is possible these rewards could reappear in the Item Shop for future purchase.
Additionally, players can look forward to a Valentine’s Day event, although the exact duration of this upcoming event remains unconfirmed. A series of exciting collaborations is set to enhance the experience, including the second wave of K-Pop Demon Hunters and new character skins from Marvel Rivals featuring Magik and Luna Snow.
As players await the return of Fortnite, the community remains engaged and excited about the new content and collaborations. For more updates on Fortnite, fans can also check out hints regarding a potential collaboration with Honkai Star Rail and insights from Fortnite’s design director on plans to refresh the current season.