The final update ofFortniteSeason 7 is finally upon us as v17.50 is set to deploy for all platforms later today (August 31).
Today’s update is set to include plenty of changes, which will unfortunately come with some server downtime. Whilst you wait for Epic Games to complete the scheduled maintenance and bring theFortniteservers back online, check out everything you need to know aboutFortnitev17.50, including the full patch notes.
When Will Fortnite Servers Be Back Up?
UPDATE:TheFortniteservers are now back online, v17.50 is officially live. Expect full patch notes to arrive shortly.
ORIGINAL STORY:Thanks to the officialFortniteStatus Twitteraccount, we know that the game’s servers will be taken offline at the following times:
Unfortunately, Epic Games has not detailed how longFortnite’sservers will be offline today. But, based on previous updates, fans can expect the servers to be down from anywhere between 1 and 3 hours.
During the downtime, players will be prompted to download a new patch, which will updateFortniteto v17.50.
Fortnitev17.50 Update and Patch Notes
The official patch notes forFortnitev17.50 have arrived. Check out the Battle Royale details below:
WILD WEEK #3 OF THE INVASION: HIGH TECH HIJINKS
Starting this Thursday at 10 AM ET (don’t ask how we know the specifics), Alien and IO tech will be easier to find than ever. In fact, Abductors will ONLY carry the Kymera Ray Gun, Grab-itron, Prop-ifier, and Alien Nanites. Likewise, IO Chests will ONLY give the Pulse Rifle, Rail Gun, Plasma Cannon, and Inflate-A-Bull.
The Aliens and IO actually produced so much stuff that they’re running out of space. As a result, you’ll find the Kymera Ray Gun, Pulse Rifle, and Rail Gun even in normal Chests now.
While you’re using a bunch of Alien and IO weapons, earn XP in the process! This week will have two Legendary Quest chains: one for dealing damage with Alien weapons and one with IO weapons. Choose either one — or go for both!
Our research shows that one Wild Week remains after “High Tech Hijinks." Expect all the details in a future memo.
What else is new in Fortnite Battle Royale in v17.50:
DISCOVER GAMES IN A NEW WAY!
If you’ve already opened the game after v17.50’s release, you probably noticed the playlist menu looks a lot different! With v17.50, we launched a new and improved way to discover games and experiences in Fortnite. Jumping into classics like Solo, Duos, and Squads is as simple as ever, but discovering other games or experiences that suit your tastes — whether made by Epic or the community — has never been easier.
With new additions like categories and tags, find exactly the kind of game or experience you’re looking for. And with the new “My Library,” jump into ones you favorited or played recently. Find out more in ourblog post on these changes!
MOTHERSHIP ON THE MOVE…
Slurpy Swamp’s been abducted, Coral Castle’s been abducted, and soon the Mothership will be moving to itsthirdtarget. The next POI abduction of the Invasion awaits…
MAJOR BUG FIXES
Fixed an issue involving being unable to use inventory items after swapping from a Prop-ifier to a Consumable.
