A brand newFortniteupdate is set to be deployed later today (October 26), and although it will include plenty of new content for players to discover, it will also come with some lengthy server downtime.
Here’s everything you need to know about the v18.30 update, including how long server downtime is expected to last and what’s included in the brand new content update.
FortniteServers Down Today (October 26)
Thanks to the officialFortniteStatus Twitteraccount, we know that matchmaking will be disabled at 12:30AM PT / 3:30AM ET / 8:30AM BST followed by the beginning of server downtime at 1AM PT / 4AM ET / 9AM BST.
Although an exact time wasn’t given for the duration of the server downtime, it usually lasts around 2 hours. Once theFortniteservers are back online, we will update this article.
Fortnitev18.30 Patch Notes
Below you will find the official patch notes for the October 26Fortniteupdate, which now brings the game to version 18.30.
WAR EFFORT: BOOGIE BOMB VS. COMBAT SHOTGUN
The war effort has two classics on deck to fight back against the Cubes, and this time weâre getting up close and personal. Choose to unvault theÂBoogie Bomb and send your foes into a dancing frenzy or blast âem back with theÂCombat Shotgun!Chip in Bars at Donation Stations across the Island to help your favorite item reachÂ100% Funded first, becoming the one that the war effort manufactures for the Island.
NEW LANDMARK: MOUNTAIN BASE!
You know that door thatâs been sealed at the mountain near Catty Corner? Well, itâs finally opened up, uncovering an IO base! Drop in for a visit, but ensure youâre prepared to fend against Doctor Slone and her guards.
CONVERGENCE CONSTRUCTION
With v18.30, the next phase of The Convergence is now built. Head to the Islandâs center to see the Cubesâ ominous progressâ¦
UNLOCK THE CUBE QUEEN OUTFIT IN THE BATTLE PASS STARTING SOON!
The Cube Queen soon arises in the Chapter 2 Season 8Â Battle Pass! Complete her Quests that go live at 9 AM ET to unlock her Outfit and many more items from theÂLong Live the Queen Set.
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: âSTAY WITH SQUADâ
Last week,ÂStay with Squad was rolled out to all remaining server regions!At the end of a match, select “Stay with Squad” with your “Fill” team to play another match together. This feature is enabled only for Duos, Trios, and Squads modes.
