Downtime for v39.30 is officially underway, and this update is packed with new gameplay, fresh skins, collab teases, and major quality-of-life improvements across Fortnite.

Gameplay Highlights

Fall Guys: Crown Jam

A brand-new Fall Guys 3v3 arcade sports mode, Crown Jam, has arrived in Fortnite. Jump in, compete for the crown, and enjoy the chaos while it lasts — the mode will be available until February 9.

Locker & Lobby Quality-of-Life Improvements

Epic has begun addressing long-standing lag issues in the Locker and Lobby menus.

Players should notice smoother performance when:

• Emoting
• Switching screens
• Navigating the Locker

Epic confirmed that v39.30 will resolve several of these issues, with additional fixes planned for future updates. Player feedback is encouraged as improvements continue.

Storyline Developments

The story continues to move forward behind the scenes.

• Zero Shard Stages 2 and 3 have now been added to the game files

Cosmetics, Skins & Leaks

New Skins

Epic added six new skins in today’s update, including the February 2026 Fortnite Crew Pack skin, Soleil.

Fortnite Festival Updates

Chappell Roan (Festival Headliner)

Teaser assets for the next Festival Headliner, Chappell Roan, have been added to the files. She is scheduled to arrive in Fortnite on February 5.

Collaboration Watch

The Office

Michael Scott and Dwight Schrute skins have been officially announced by Epic Games. They are currently hidden in the game files and will be released later this month.

Regular Show

As previously leaked, Regular Show is coming to Fortnite. Newly hotfixed text confirms the characters are already hidden in the game files.

Ed, Edd n Eddy

A new sidekick has been discovered in the files. Speculation suggests it could be Eddy, though no additional details are known at this time.

Free Sidekick Reward

The new Remus sidekick will be free for all Chapter 1 – Season 7 pet owners.

v39.30 is shaping up to be a major update, with meaningful gameplay additions, smoother menus, and plenty of collabs on the horizon.

If you've ever thought, “You know what Fortnite needs? Less time, more stress, and a storm that moves like it’s late for a Tinder date,” then Blitz Royale is your dream come true.

Blitz Royale takes everything you love about regular Fortnite—looting, building, panicking—and cranks it up to 100. The storm starts closing immediately, there's way more loot, and matches finish faster than it takes to microwave a burrito. You don’t have time to mess around. It's loot, shoot, build, repeat—or just hide in a bush and hope for divine intervention (no judgment).

💀 First Circle Already Shrinking? Love That for Us

You drop in and boom—the storm is already thinking about consuming your soul. There’s no “slow loot and vibe” anymore. No waiting for your squad to finish arguing over who gets the gold shotgun. It’s go-time the second your boots touch the grass.

You’ll often find yourself mid-fight while still holding three half-open chests and a grey pistol. It's a beautiful mess.

📦 Loot City: A Blessing or a Curse?

The loot spawns in Blitz are cranked way up. Every building feels like it just won the lottery. You’ll open a single chest and it’ll spit out a purple pump, 600 wood, and emotional baggage. The good kind.

But let’s be real: does having more loot make you better... or just more chaotically confident? How many of us have picked up a rocket launcher, screamed “LEEROY JENKINS” and instantly regretted it?

💥 Faster Games = More Dubs… Or More Deaths?

Blitz Royale matches usually wrap up in about 15 minutes or less. That means more chances to win... or more chances to die repeatedly and question your entire strategy (or lack thereof). It’s Fortnite’s answer to speed dating—except instead of finding love, you find sweaty 10-year-olds with better reflexes.

And let’s not forget: faster storm = faster panic building. If you’re a builder, this mode is your playground. If you’re not? Well, maybe stick to No Build. Or learn how to scream with style.

🧠 Is Blitz Royale the Best or Just Stress?

So here’s where we hand the mic to you:

Do you thrive in the high-speed chaos of Blitz Royale, or does it leave you gasping for air like you just did a cardio workout in real life?

Is the extra loot a game-changer or just a trap that makes you overthink every inventory slot?

Would you want Blitz to be a permanent playlist—or is it better as a spicy little side mode?

Drop your thoughts in the comments below! Do you love the pressure? Hate the stress? Or are you just here for the memes?

Until next time, may your pumps be golden and your circle be kind. See you in the storm, legends. 🌩️

P.S. What's your most chaotic Blitz Royale moment? Let's hear the wildest stories. The more unhinged, the better.

Alright, let’s talk about cheating in Fortnite—because nobody likes a cheater, right? Epic Games is cracking down harder than ever on rulebreakers, and I’m here to break it all down for you in a fun (but serious) way.

Cheaters Beware: Epic Is Taking Legal Action

Look, if you’re thinking about cheating, don’t. Epic isn’t playing around. They’ve been busy handing out bans and legal consequences to people who:

Steal and resell Fortnite accounts (Yep, they’re getting sued.)

Cheat in tournaments (One got sued, another settled—ouch.)

Sell or use cheating hardware like Cronus devices (These got removed from sale, and if you use them, expect a ban.)

At minimum, cheating gets you banned. But it could also mean losing tournament winnings and facing legal repercussions. So yeah, it’s not worth it.

New PC Requirements for Competitive Play

To keep tournaments fair, Epic is tightening security for PC players in FNCS and other high-level competitions. If your account level is 350 or higher, you’ll need to turn on TPM (Trusted Platform Module) and Secure Boot—two security features that make it harder for cheats to sneak in.

Here’s the short version:

TPM: Think of it like a security guard checking your PC’s integrity.

Secure Boot: Keeps sneaky malware from hijacking your system before it even loads.

If you’re a serious competitor, make sure these are enabled—otherwise, you won’t be able to play in official events.

A Second Chance for Some… But Not All

Everyone makes mistakes, and Epic believes in second chances (for most people). Starting in April, first-time cheaters will get a one-year matchmaking ban instead of a lifetime ban. But if they cheat again? Lifetime ban, no questions asked.

Here’s how it works:

First-time cheating offense: 1-year matchmaking ban (you can still log in and chat, but no playing).

Caught cheating in a tournament? 1-year matchmaking ban + permanent tournament ban + potential loss of winnings.

Selling cheats or breaking major rules? No second chances—lifetime ban stays.

Also, if you were already permanently banned over a year ago, that ban will be lifted under the new policy.

Epic’s Anti-Cheat Arsenal

Cheating isn’t just a one-time fix—it’s a constant battle. Epic is always evolving their anti-cheat methods, including:

Blocking game-breaking exploits before they spread.

Making Fortnite’s code harder to analyze so cheat developers struggle.

Using Easy Anti-Cheat’s kernel driver for deeper protection.

Running statistical analysis & machine learning to catch suspicious behavior.

And remember: Bans are based on actual evidence, not just suspicion. If you cheat, you will be caught—no exceptions.

Final Word: Play Fair, Have Fun

At the end of the day, Fortnite is about skill, strategy, and having a blast. Cheating ruins the experience for everyone, and Epic is making sure it has real consequences. So if you love the game, play fair, compete hard, and keep it clean.

Cheaters, consider this your final warning.

Big changes are coming to Fortnite Crew, and it’s all about leveling up your subscription! Starting December 1, 2024, Fortnite Crew is getting an upgrade, and here’s why you should be excited:

🎶 Music Pass and 🧱 LEGO® Pass will now be included in your subscription for free—no extra cost! And it doesn’t stop there. Any new passes Fortnite rolls out in the future will automatically be added to your Crew subscription. Yep, that includes the highly anticipated Fortnite OG Pass, celebrating Chapter 1 - Season 1 nostalgia, dropping December 6! (Stay tuned for more details!)

What’s changing for new subscribers?

Starting December 1 at 5 AM GMT/UTC, things are tightening up. If you're a new subscriber, premium Battle Pass rewards will only be claimable as long as your Fortnite Crew subscription is active. Cancel your Crew subscription, and you'll keep access to premium rewards until the end of your billing cycle—but not for the rest of the pass’s duration.

What about current subscribers?

If you’re already part of Fortnite Crew—or join before December 1, 2024—nothing changes. You’ll keep claiming premium rewards as usual. However, if you cancel after this date and decide to rejoin later, you’ll be treated as a new subscriber. That means you’ll need an active subscription to snag those premium rewards.

TL;DR: Fortnite Crew is evolving to give you more passes, more perks, and more value—don’t miss out!

Be sure to use code DIDJAX in the Fortnite or Epic item store #EpicPartner 

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Ever dreamed of wielding the power of a Marvel hero in Fortnite? Your chance is here! The armored villain Doctor Doom, wielding the ancient power of Pandora's Box, has brought his Latverian domain to the Battle Royale Island, aiming for total control with his loyal henchmen. His new armor is nearly complete, and it's up to you to stop him! Get ready for Fortnite Battle Royale Chapter 5 Season 4: Absolute Doom!

Heroes Assemble!

Join forces with Marvel's War Machine, Gwenpool, and Shuri from Wakanda, alongside Captain Jones and Peelverine, as they rise to the challenge. Doctor Doom must be defeated, and they'll need your help to do it!

New Points of Interest (POIs)

Castle Doom: Dark and ominous, this fortress is where Doctor Doom's new armor is being forged. Watch out for his henchmen!

Doomstadt: A seemingly peaceful village under Doom's iron rule. Explore and fight to liberate its citizens.

The Raft: A prison for supervillains and extraterrestrial threats, summoned by Doom to bolster his ranks.

New Weapons and Gear

Dual Micro SMGs: Double the guns, double the fun! These bad boys are perfect for mowing down foes. Seek out Gwenpool for the pink Mythic version.

War Machine’s Arsenal: Unleash bullets and rockets with War Machine’s heavy-duty gear, including an Auto Turret and Hover Jets. Rain havoc from above!

Monarch Pistol: Aim for precision with this hair-trigger pistol. Defeat the Doombot in Castle Doom to snag the Mythic version and the Siphon Medallion for health and shield boosts.

Sovereign Shotgun: This lever-action shotgun packs a punch. Best Mysterio in Doomstadt for the Mythic version and the Stealth Medallion for temporary invisibility.

Striker Burst Rifle: The moddable Striker Burst Rifle is back. Capture The Raft and defeat Emma Frost to claim the Mythic version and the Reveal Medallion, which reveals nearby enemies.

Enhanced Gear: Doom’s Arcane Gauntlets and Captain America’s Shield have been upgraded! Rain destruction with Doom’s Gauntlets or charge into battle with Cap’s Shield.

Returning and Enhanced Weapons

Revisit some of your favorite unvaulted weapons, like Captain America’s Shield (now with new capabilities), Doom’s Arcane Gauntlets, Striker Burst Rifle, and many more!

Absolute Doom Battlepass 

Grab the Absolute Doom Battle Pass for 950 V-Bucks and earn rewards across Fortnite Battle Royale, creator-made islands, LEGO® Fortnite, Rocket Racing, and Fortnite Festival. Unlock up to 1,500 V-Bucks, new outfits, and more, including:

- Gwenpool: Unlocked immediately. “I played the Galactus Event. That makes me an Avenger, right?”

- War Machine: Trusted armored ally of Tony Stark.

- Peelverine: A banana with a Nanamantium-infused skeleton.

- Emma Frost: Devious mutant psychic.

- Captain Jones: Shield-bearer of justice.

- Mysterio: Master of illusions.

- Shuri: Genius Princess of Wakanda.

The Doom Outfit will be available through Battle Pass Quests in September. The Battle Pass is available until November 2, 2024, at 2 AM ET, with items possibly appearing in the shop later.

Suit Up and Join the Fight!

Get ready for an epic season of battles, heroes, and high-stakes action. Doctor Doom won't stand a chance with you in the game. Are you ready to bring Absolute Doom?

Hold onto your Battle Buses, folks, because things are getting WILD in Fortnite land! 

Future Fortnite Battle Pass goodies might just pop up in the Fortnite Shop after a mind-blowing 18 months or more from their original Battle Pass expiration! 

Here's the twist: when these items make their epic comeback, they might show up with different alt Styles each time they hit the Shop. How cool is that? 

Epic Games is doing this to keep pumping out those jaw-dropping Battle Pass rewards we all crave, while also giving players a shot at past goodies, including outfits inspired by your favorite licensed characters. Battle Pass perks remain as awesome as ever: unlock a treasure trove of rewards to use across all Fortnite experiences. And guess what? You can still level up your Battle Pass by playing any XP-giving mode!

But hold your llamas!  Old Battle Passes from Chapter 1 to Chapter 5 Season 3 are staying in the vault, never to return. This exclusive party starts from Chapter 5 Season 4 and beyond! Get ready for the ride! 

Hold onto your beans, folks—Fall Guys is tumbling into Fortnite, and it’s bringing a whirlwind of chaos and jellybean madness with it! Picture this: an epic flying obstacle course, more ways to get yeeted than you can count, and a heap of shiny Bean Idols. It’s time to dive in!

WHERE WE FALLIN’?

The adventure starts now! Hunt down the golden Bean Idols, tackle the sky-high obstacle course, and nab some sweet loot to secure that Victory Royale. 

CALLING ALL CREATORS!

Dreaming of a bean-filled paradise? Now you can build it! Creators can publish their very own Fall Guys islands using UEFN and Creative. And for players looking to jump into the madness, check out six new islands by Mediatonic in the “Fall Guys” row on Discover.

TUMBLE TOWERS

Prepare to be wowed by Tumble Towers, one of the Mediatonic masterpieces waiting for you.

HOW TO JOIN THE BEAN MAYHEM

A colossal obstacle course has landed on the Fortnite Battle Royale Island, live until August 15! To get there, track down a Bean Idol in Classy Courts. These shiny, beany statues are hard to miss!

BEAN IDOL RACE

Praise the golden Bean Idol, transform into a Fall Guys Bean, and race through the sky-high obstacle course! Navigate Spinning Beams, Hex Tiles, and Bounce Pads, but watch out for those pesky bumpers. Complete Where We Fallin’ Quests to earn cool Locker items like the Pink Plushie Back Bling.

If you fall, no worries—you’ll be teleported back to the last checkpoint to continue your run.

LEGUMES AND LOOT

You have three attempts per match to complete the course. Finish within 120 seconds to earn loot:

- **Under 50 seconds:** Gold Tier loot.

- **50-80 seconds:** Silver Tier loot.

- **80-120 seconds:** Bronze Tier loot.

Beware: the course is off-limits once the Storm arrives.

BEAN BOD TRANSFORMATION

On the obstacle course, your Fortnite Outfit will morph into a Fall Guys Bean! Your Bean’s look will reflect your equipped Outfit, including iconic characters like Brite Bomber and Fishstick. Once back on the Island, you’ll revert to your Fortnite form.

If your Outfit isn’t an original Fortnite character, you’ll sport a default Bean look. Fall Guys costumes won’t carry over to Fortnite—your Bean look is exclusive to Fortnite Outfits!

PUBLISH YOUR FALL GUYS ISLANDS

Creators, it’s your time to shine! Use Fall Guys assets in UEFN and Creative to build your dream obstacle course. Publish your islands, and they’ll appear in the “Fall Guys” Discover row. Players’ Fortnite Outfits will transform into their Bean versions in the Lobby, Locker, and on the island itself.

Beans, beans, everywhere! Dive in and get yeeted!

Be sure to use code DIDJAX in the Fortnite or Epic item store #EpicPartner 

Heads up, Fortnite fans! A new game-changing feature is on the horizon, according to the latest leaks.

Fortnite, known for its regular updates, is once again about to shake things up. For over six years, Epic Games has kept the game fresh with monthly major updates, and they’re not stopping now. The latest buzz? A leaked feature that promises to be a real game-changer.

**New Chapter, New Moves**

Each season and chapter in Fortnite brings a wave of exciting changes, and Chapter 6, slated for December 2024, is no exception. Alongside the usual map tweaks and new items, a thrilling movement feature is in the works.

**Going Prone: The Next Big Thing**

Epic Games has already wowed players with additions like swimming, sprinting, and mantling. Now, according to reliable leaker Hypex, the development team is working on adding the ability to go prone. This could completely alter how players approach the game, whether it’s for stealthy maneuvers or new combat strategies.

**When Can We Expect It?**

While the exact release date is still under wraps, Hypex suggests we might see the prone mechanic either in the upcoming Chapter 6 or in a new game mode. If it's part of Chapter 6, the wait is just a few months. However, if it’s reserved for the open-world mode in development, we might not see it until 2025.

Stay tuned, because Fortnite is about to get even more exciting!

Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 3 is a polarizing one. Some players love the high-speed chaos thanks to Nitro Fists and an abundance of vehicles, while others yearn for a more traditional experience and can't wait for the season to end.

Good news for the latter group: Epic Games just announced a significant change for Ranked mode. From July 4 to July 18, during the "All Sweat Summer" event, vehicles, Nitro Fists, and hireable characters are disabled in both Ranked and Zero Build Ranked modes. Hostile characters and bosses (along with their medallions) will still be around, though.

Here’s the official scoop from Epic Games:

“During All Sweat Summer, Ranked Battle Royale and Zero Build will be switching things up a bit! From July 4 to July 18:

- Vehicles and vehicle items are disabled, including Boss Cars.

- Nitro Fists are also disabled.

- Characters are no longer Hireable, but hostile Characters and Bosses (and their Medallions) are still present.”

Will these changes bring back players craving less chaos in Ranked mode? It remains to be seen, but it’s a strategic move by Epic Games. The current season’s vehicle-heavy meta hasn’t been a hit with everyone, often resulting in car-filled endgames. This discontent has even propelled Fortnite Reload past the core Battle Royale mode in popularity.

The All Sweat Summer event also kicks off with new challenges and summer-themed cosmetics up for grabs. Meanwhile, Fortnite Reload offers its own set of challenges, including the chance to unlock the Rezzbrella Glider. And let's not forget, Fortnite Festival Season 4 is still rocking, allowing players to unlock Metallica skins and jam out to new tracks featuring BTS, Gwen Stefani, and Kendrick Lamar.

It’s a summer shake-up, and only time will tell if it’s enough to save the season!