When is the Next Fortnite Update v29.30?

Find out when the Fortnite v29.30 update is coming out, and what time the servers will be down.

Fortnite v29.30 is just around the corner and is expected to bring various changes. The update will focus on the launch of Fortnite Festival Season 3, while also bringing back the Tactical Assault Rifle and adding some exciting features to LEGO Fortnite.

When is the Fortnite v29.30 Update Coming Out?

The update is expected to drop on April 23, 2024 (this is based on leaks). The game servers will be taken offline for a few hours to roll out the new patch. Here’s when the downtime is expected to begin:

Time Zone	Downtime Start
Pacific Daylight Time (PDT)	1:00 AM
Eastern Daylight Time (EDT)	4:00 AM
Greenwich Mean Time (GMT)	8:00 AM

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What to Expect From Fortnite Update v29.30?

The official patch notes haven’t been released yet, but leaks and teasers from Epic Games have given us a pretty good idea of what to expect in the v29.30 update. Here is a list of a few things you can expect from the next update:

1. Fortnite Festival Season 3 Kicks Off: The third season of Fortnite Festival, the game’s music-themed mode, is set to begin with the v29.30 update. You can look forward to a new featured artist and a fresh setlist of tracks to enjoy. There’s no word yet on who the headlining act will be, but rumors suggest it could be a big name like Billie Eilish.
2. The Return of the Tactical Assault Rifle The Tactical Assault Rifle, a fan-favorite weapon that was vaulted in a previous update, is making a comeback in v29.30. Known for its accuracy and effectiveness in close-quarters combat, the Tactical AR is sure to shake up the meta once again.
3. LEGO Fortnite Gets Edit Styles LEGO Fortnite fans have something to be excited about, as the v29.30 update is set to introduce Edit Styles for skins. This will give you more options to customize your favorite LEGO Fortnite characters.
4. A New “Billboard” Feature for the Item Shop Epic Games has been teasing a new “Billboard” feature that will change the way players browse and interact with the in-game Item Shop.