UPDATE: Fortnite players across the United States, including those in the Chicago area, are currently locked out of the game due to scheduled server maintenance. The downtime began shortly after the Zero Hour live event and is expected to last several hours as the game prepares for the rollout of version v39.00.
According to an alert on the official Epic Games website, “Fortnite game servers will be offline following the Zero Hour live event while we release v39.00.” Reports of connectivity issues surged around noon on Saturday, October 14, 2023, with nearly 2,000 players reporting outages by 1:15 PM, as confirmed by Down Detector.
This maintenance comes as Fortnite continues to dominate the gaming landscape, boasting over 400 million users globally and generating more than $5 billion in revenue. The impact of this downtime is significant, leaving fans eager for the new updates while frustrated by the interruption.
Players are being urged to check the Epic Games website for real-time updates on server status and expected downtime. The maintenance is crucial for implementing new features and improvements that many players are anticipating.
As Fortnite transitions from Chapter 6 to Chapter 7, players should remain alert for further announcements regarding the game’s return. The excitement surrounding this new chapter is palpable, as users eagerly await to dive back into the action.
Stay tuned for more updates on the Fortnite server status and the launch of v39.00. Share this news to keep fellow gamers informed!
