Gamers experienced significant disruptions earlier today as reports of server problems flooded in for Fortnite, peaking around 9 AM. According to statistics from Downdetector, there were approximately 200 reports nationwide, with issues reported evenly across the country. Of those affected, 40% encountered server issues, 36% struggled with matchmaking, and 24% faced difficulties logging in.
The outage was not limited to a specific region, as over 1,400 users in the United States reported similar issues simultaneously. Players took to social media to express their frustrations, with one user commenting, “Is servers down rn cause I can’t login,” while others shared their experiences of trying to refresh and access the game. Many players voiced their eagerness to dive into the game, with one stating, “I just wanna play Delulu and rescue ppl.” Thankfully, by 10 AM, the spike in reports had drastically reduced, indicating that the issues were largely resolved.
This outage follows a recent update to Fortnite, designated as version 38.10, which introduced exciting new features and skins, including the beloved character Moe from The Simpsons. This update had launched after a scheduled downtime on November 11, bringing players new content to explore, including falling donuts—a whimsical element teased by Epic Games prior to the update.
Additionally, last month marked the debut of reality star Kim Kardashian as a playable character in Fortnite. The 45-year-old entrepreneur showcased her gaming persona through a collection of promotional artwork shared on social media, featuring various outfits and hairstyles that players could access from December 13. The collaboration highlighted Kardashian’s multifaceted roles as a mom, businesswoman, and fashion icon, further cementing Fortnite’s status as a cultural phenomenon.
As players continue to share their experiences and excitement for recent events in the game, the positivity surrounding Fortnite’s updates—despite temporary outages—remains a strong testament to its community and ongoing popularity.