A brand newFortniteupdate is set to be deployed for all supported platforms later today (February 15), bringing some brand new content and collabs to the game with v19.30.
ManyFortniteplayers may be well aware, but for anybody new to the game, major game updates like today’s come with a short period of server downtime. Check out the link below to find all the details you need for the February 15Fortniteserver maintenance schedule, or keep reading for the official patch notes for today’s v19.30 update.
Fortnite Update v19.30 Patch Notes
Below you will find the official patch notes for theFortnitev19.30 update, which was deployed on February 15 for all supported platforms.
GYRO AND FLICK STICK - MORE CONTROLLER OPTIONS!
Made in collaboration with input specialist and flick stick creator Julian “Jibb” Smart, we’ve added optional gyro controls to Fortnite on gyro-supported platforms. And flick stick too!
Fortnite on Nintendo Switch and Android had gyro-based motion controls before the release of v19.30, but this update brings more robust gyro controls to Fortnite on these two platforms plus PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PC.
With gyro controls, you control the camera by turning the controller. Enable or disable gyro controls in Fortnite by going to the “Touch and Motion” tab of the settings. Gyro controls can offer more precision than standard stick aiming – but don’t have to replace it entirely. (With flick stick, for example, pointing the right stick moves the camera quickly in its direction.) For more info on gyro, watch Jibb’s video below and read ourGyro and Flick Stick blog post!
Plan to turn on gyro next time you play? Our blog post linked above has tips for new and experienced gyro players.
GAME MODE SELECT SCREEN REMOVED
With v19.30, we’ve removed the initial game screen (which appeared on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC) where players would select either Save the World, Battle Royale, or Creative. You’ll now boot up directly into the Lobby, ready to join the party and explore Fortnite!What does this mean for Save the World and Creative? You can now find both modes via the “Discover” screen, accessible by clicking on the “CHANGE” button above “PLAY!” See ourLoading into the Lobby blog postfor more information.
