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USA Today
4 days ago
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- USA Today
When will Fortnite be back up with Chapter 6 Season 4 updates?
If you're trying to access Fortnite on Thursday, August 7, 2025, you might notice the Epic video game we all love isn't ready to be accessed yet or might be having some issues. Is it just you that's dealing with it? The answer is: Nope, it's not just you having an issue. DownDetector noted a bunch of problems that users were having on Thursday morning Eastern time. Per Epic Games' status page as of 2 a.m. ET: "Scheduled maintenance is currently in progress. We will provide updates as necessary." Earlier in the day, they announced that scheduled maintenance. Wondering when the game might be back online? We have answers: When will Fortnite servers be back up? We don't have an exact time, but it might be sometime on Thursday morning. What's the Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 4 release date? It's on Thursday, August 7 2025! What's new in Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 4? We've got some Halo and Power Rangers stuff in the mix: What new weapons will be in Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 4? Per As for weapons and loot, this season will have a "goo-blasting Bug Cannon" and you can "hover mid-air in the Hammerhead Choppa while switching seats to control a cannon on the other side." Later in the season, Fortnite will release the iconic Power Rangers Blade Blaster.
Economic Times
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
When will Fortnite servers be back up across the globe? Estimated time for US, UK, Europe and more
Fortinite Countdown to Chapter 6 Season 4 Begins What's New in Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 4? Live Events What Players Can Expect When Fortnite Servers Return What Epic Says About Fortnite Server Status United States (East Coast): 6-7 AM ET United States (West Coast): 2:30 AM PT United Kingdom: 10:30 AM BST Central Europe: 11:30 AM CEST Australia (Sydney): 7:30 PM AEST Japan (Tokyo): 6:30 PM JST Fortnite Known Bugs and Fixes in the New Patch The Edit Style screen in the locker may previously have appeared blank; this has now been resolved. Penny's character model may have displayed incorrectly when equipped with Kicks—also now fixed. Common through Epic weapons were lacking runes when purchased or dropped. Plasma Pistols were missing the Auto Fire button on mobile devices. Auto-acceleration option missing for mobile controller users is being restored. Limited hero/weapon rotation on the View screen has been fixed, allowing better model inspection in Armory or Command mode. Why the Fortnite Excitement Is Real FAQs When did Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 4 downtime begin? What is the theme of Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 4? (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel As Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 4 officially enters its scheduled downtime, players across the globe are eagerly anticipating the return of servers to dive into what promises to be one of the most ambitious updates from Epic Games Games confirmed that the server downtime for Fortnite's new season, which comes as part of patch v37.00, commenced at 2:00 AM ET on August 7, 2025. The popular battle royale game disabled matchmaking roughly 30 minutes prior, making 1:30 AM ET the last opportunity for players to participate in any matches before the temporary downtime marks the official start of Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 4, aptly dubbed 'Shock 'N Awesome.' The season will introduce a Power Rangers collaboration, a slew of new characters, movement mechanics, and a narrative centered on a mechanical insectoid invasion. Notably, this storyline involves the Kraken, a creature recently hinted at in-game, and a new villain, Daigo, who is believed to have summoned season packs an explosive mix of old-school collaborations and futuristic threats. Fans of Halo and Mighty Morphin Power Rangers can expect special appearances and themed cosmetics. The Power Rangers collab had been heavily speculated upon after a Superman-themed live event dramatically altered the game's geography, wrecking locations like Demon's Domain and leaving behind a mysterious severed update promises new Points of Interest (POIs) on the map, a revamped Battle Pass (including standard, LEGO, and OG formats), and various new items and weapons tailored for the season's theme. Skins based on iconic pop-culture franchises and entirely new character sets are expected to headline this season's Fortnite servers come back online, players will be thrown directly into the bug invasion saga. According to official teases and in-game visuals, the skies are already riddled with rift cracks, and multiple areas of the map have been destabilized in preparation for the season's gameplay mechanics are expected to emphasize mobility, with leaks suggesting that new movement items could be among the best seen in recent seasons. The Battle Pass is also poised to include superhero-style weapons and movement gear, designed to complement the Power Rangers-themed abilities and addition to the in-game narrative, new technical features and quality-of-life improvements are expected to debut with this update. These will likely be rolled out gradually as the patch v37.00 stabilizes in the hours following Games, through its official Fortnite Status Twitter account, stated that this would be one of the biggest seasonal updates to date. While most regular updates typically take around 3–4 hours of downtime, the studio has hinted that patch v37.00 could take significantly longer due to the volume of on previous update cycles and the scale of this launch, players can expect the Fortnite servers to be back up around 6:00–7:00 AM ET on August 7. That timing, however, remains speculative and depends entirely on how smoothly the update is on the in-game countdown, the update is expected to go live once scheduled maintenance concludes. Downtime typically lasts around two hours, but this the patch is huge, so the estimated time for Fortnite servers to be back online is as follows:Please note that these times are approximate and may shift depending on server some players were still able to access Battle Pass content from Season 3 in the final moments before downtime, offering a last-minute chance to complete objectives and claim part of the early patch notes shared via the Fortnite Community Trello board, Epic Games has highlighted a range of issues that are being addressed in this update. These span multiple Fortnite experiences—Battle Royale, LEGO Fortnite, Rocket Racing, and Save The World. Here's a breakdown of the confirmed fixes:These fixes come as a response to player feedback and were flagged as 'Fixed in Next Game Update' in recent community updates. While they may not be the season's flashiest features, they lay a stronger foundation for consistent performance across narrative of Season 4, combining mythical monsters, robotic bugs, and nostalgic 1990s superhero teams, is expected to attract a wide player base. For long-time Fortnite fans, this return to epic-scale storytelling, similar to past Marvel and Star Wars tie-ins, is a welcome have expressed particular enthusiasm for the creative design of the mechanical bugs and the layered, evolving map elements teased during the live event. The developers' decision to blend narrative arcs with live-service gameplay continues to set Fortnite apart in the free-to-play official server downtime for Chapter 6 Season 4 (patch v37.00) began at 2:00 AM ET on August 7, 2025. Matchmaking was disabled at 1:30 AM ET, 30 minutes season, titled 'Shock 'N Awesome,' centers around a mechanical insectoid invasion, featuring a new villain named Daigo and the rumored appearance of the Kraken. The update also includes a Power Rangers collaboration and futuristic new gameplay mechanics.
Economic Times
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 4 launch date out: Power Rangers, Bug invasion, and big surprises revealed
Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 4 is launching soon. Servers will be offline for update. The new season features a Power Rangers collaboration. Players can explore new locations. A larger PC update is expected. The Mighty Morphin Bundle arrives later this month. Battle Pass holders can unlock the Dino Megazord Outfit in September. New weapons are coming. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Is Fortnite down? Downtime for Fortnite Chapter 6: Season 4 Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads What's coming in Chapter 6: Season 4? Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 3 is over and Chapter 6 season 4 is on the verge of starting right after servers come back online. According to Tech Radar, Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 4 is now just mere hours away, launching later today (August 7). It is set to feature a Power Rangers collaboration and will have new points of interest for players to Season 4 is expected to launch shortly after the scheduled server downtime, which typically begins in the middle of the night (EDT) and lasts around 2 to 6 hours. Based on this, here's an estimated launch window:3 AM – 8 AM PDT – North America, West Coast6 AM – 11 AM EDT – North America, East Coast7 AM – 12 AM BRT – Brazil11 AM – 4 PM BST – United Kingdom1 PM – 5 PM CEST – Western Europe7 PM – 12 PM – Japan8 PM – 1 AM – AustraliaFortnite downtime has been scheduled to start at 11pm PDT on Wednesday, August 6, and 2am EDT / 7am BST on Thursday, August 7. This information has been confirmed by a tweet from @FortniteStatus. Epic Games has been busy teasing the next season of Fortnite over the last week or so, following a Superman-themed live event that completely wrecked Demon's from previous seasons end downtimes, Fortnite is due to be off line in the UK for the update from 11am to about 4pm today - and possibly a bit earlier. Fortnite Status has posted on X: 'Please note: The new Season's PC update will be larger than usual Season releases.'Chapter 6 Season 4: Shock 'N Awesome itself launches Thursday 7th August 2025, so there isn't long to wait at all. Based on Epic's past patterns and in-game countdowns, global rollout will likely stretch into August 8, depending on where you are playing and how long the servers are this month, the Mighty Morphin Bundle will arrive in the Fortnite Shop, featuring iconic outfits for the Red, Black, Pink, Yellow, and Blue Rangers. Fans can also look forward to special extras, including the "Go Go Power Rangers Redux" Jam Track for Fortnite autumn approaches, Battle Pass holders will have the chance to unlock the legendary Dino Megazord Outfit starting September 16 by completing in-game Quests — just in time for the Megazord's anticipated debut in downtime for tomorrow's update is set to begin at 2 AM Eastern Time on August 7th, so you have about eleven hours to complete the Season 3 battle pass and earn the Superman skin. We've compiled each time zone into a short list below to let you in on when the downtime begins in your home region.• West Coast US (PDT): August 6th at 11 PM• East Coast (EDT): August 7th at 2 AM• United Kingdom (BST): August 7th at 7 AM• Central Europe (CET): August 7th at 8 AM• Japan (JST): August 7th at 3 PMWhile the esports scene may not see a dramatic overhaul this August, the arrival of new mythic weapons in Season 4 is bound to shake things up. Adding to the excitement, the Power Rangers are set to debut in Chapter 6, Season 4 — potentially allowing players to transform into towering titans straight out of the iconic action Chapter 6: Season 4 promises big surprises for Battle Royale fans, with new skins, exciting collaborations, and fresh map locations on the way. Epic Games has officially confirmed crossovers with Halo and Power Rangers, bringing themed cosmetics to the battle always, expect major changes to the loot pool, with new weapons dropping in regularly. And with Fortnite OG Season 5 launching on August 7, now's the perfect time to jump back into the action and explore everything the island has to offer.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
When will Fortnite servers be back up across the globe? Estimated time for US, UK, Europe and more
As Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 4 officially enters its scheduled downtime, players across the globe are eagerly anticipating the return of servers to dive into what promises to be one of the most ambitious updates from Epic Games yet. Fortinite Countdown to Chapter 6 Season 4 Begins Epic Games confirmed that the server downtime for Fortnite's new season, which comes as part of patch v37.00, commenced at 2:00 AM ET on August 7, 2025. The popular battle royale game disabled matchmaking roughly 30 minutes prior, making 1:30 AM ET the last opportunity for players to participate in any matches before the temporary shutdown. Productivity Tool Zero to Hero in Microsoft Excel: Complete Excel guide By Metla Sudha Sekhar View Program Finance Introduction to Technical Analysis & Candlestick Theory By Dinesh Nagpal View Program Finance Financial Literacy i e Lets Crack the Billionaire Code By CA Rahul Gupta View Program Digital Marketing Digital Marketing Masterclass by Neil Patel By Neil Patel View Program Finance Technical Analysis Demystified- A Complete Guide to Trading By Kunal Patel View Program Productivity Tool Excel Essentials to Expert: Your Complete Guide By Study at home View Program Artificial Intelligence AI For Business Professionals Batch 2 By Ansh Mehra View Program This downtime marks the official start of Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 4, aptly dubbed 'Shock 'N Awesome.' The season will introduce a Power Rangers collaboration, a slew of new characters, movement mechanics, and a narrative centered on a mechanical insectoid invasion. Notably, this storyline involves the Kraken, a creature recently hinted at in-game, and a new villain, Daigo, who is believed to have summoned it. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like This Could Be the Best Time to Trade Gold in 5 Years IC Markets Learn More Undo Also Read | Battlefield 6 Beta: How to unlock Twitch Drops, early access, and exclusive rewards What's New in Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 4? This season packs an explosive mix of old-school collaborations and futuristic threats. Fans of Halo and Mighty Morphin Power Rangers can expect special appearances and themed cosmetics. The Power Rangers collab had been heavily speculated upon after a Superman-themed live event dramatically altered the game's geography, wrecking locations like Demon's Domain and leaving behind a mysterious severed tentacle. Live Events The update promises new Points of Interest (POIs) on the map, a revamped Battle Pass (including standard, LEGO, and OG formats), and various new items and weapons tailored for the season's theme. Skins based on iconic pop-culture franchises and entirely new character sets are expected to headline this season's offerings. What Players Can Expect When Fortnite Servers Return When Fortnite servers come back online, players will be thrown directly into the bug invasion saga. According to official teases and in-game visuals, the skies are already riddled with rift cracks, and multiple areas of the map have been destabilized in preparation for the season's arrival. New gameplay mechanics are expected to emphasize mobility, with leaks suggesting that new movement items could be among the best seen in recent seasons. The Battle Pass is also poised to include superhero-style weapons and movement gear, designed to complement the Power Rangers-themed abilities and suits. In addition to the in-game narrative, new technical features and quality-of-life improvements are expected to debut with this update. These will likely be rolled out gradually as the patch v37.00 stabilizes in the hours following downtime. What Epic Says About Fortnite Server Status Epic Games, through its official Fortnite Status Twitter account, stated that this would be one of the biggest seasonal updates to date. While most regular updates typically take around 3–4 hours of downtime, the studio has hinted that patch v37.00 could take significantly longer due to the volume of changes. Based on previous update cycles and the scale of this launch, players can expect the Fortnite servers to be back up around 6:00–7:00 AM ET on August 7. That timing, however, remains speculative and depends entirely on how smoothly the update is deployed. Based on the in-game countdown, the update is expected to go live once scheduled maintenance concludes. Downtime typically lasts around two hours, but this the patch is huge, so the estimated time for Fortnite servers to be back online is as follows: United States (East Coast): 6-7 AM ET United States (West Coast): 2:30 AM PT United Kingdom: 10:30 AM BST Central Europe: 11:30 AM CEST Australia (Sydney): 7:30 PM AEST Japan (Tokyo): 6:30 PM JST Please note that these times are approximate and may shift depending on server conditions. Meanwhile, some players were still able to access Battle Pass content from Season 3 in the final moments before downtime, offering a last-minute chance to complete objectives and claim rewards. Fortnite Known Bugs and Fixes in the New Patch As part of the early patch notes shared via the Fortnite Community Trello board, Epic Games has highlighted a range of issues that are being addressed in this update. These span multiple Fortnite experiences—Battle Royale, LEGO Fortnite, Rocket Racing, and Save The World. Here's a breakdown of the confirmed fixes: General: The Edit Style screen in the locker may previously have appeared blank; this has now been resolved. Penny's character model may have displayed incorrectly when equipped with Kicks—also now fixed. LEGO Fortnite: Common through Epic weapons were lacking runes when purchased or dropped. Plasma Pistols were missing the Auto Fire button on mobile devices. Rocket Racing: Auto-acceleration option missing for mobile controller users is being restored. Save the World: Limited hero/weapon rotation on the View screen has been fixed, allowing better model inspection in Armory or Command mode. These fixes come as a response to player feedback and were flagged as 'Fixed in Next Game Update' in recent community updates. While they may not be the season's flashiest features, they lay a stronger foundation for consistent performance across platforms. Why the Fortnite Excitement Is Real The narrative of Season 4, combining mythical monsters, robotic bugs, and nostalgic 1990s superhero teams, is expected to attract a wide player base. For long-time Fortnite fans, this return to epic-scale storytelling, similar to past Marvel and Star Wars tie-ins, is a welcome shift. Players have expressed particular enthusiasm for the creative design of the mechanical bugs and the layered, evolving map elements teased during the live event. The developers' decision to blend narrative arcs with live-service gameplay continues to set Fortnite apart in the free-to-play space. FAQs When did Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 4 downtime begin? The official server downtime for Chapter 6 Season 4 (patch v37.00) began at 2:00 AM ET on August 7, 2025. Matchmaking was disabled at 1:30 AM ET, 30 minutes prior. What is the theme of Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 4? This season, titled 'Shock 'N Awesome,' centers around a mechanical insectoid invasion, featuring a new villain named Daigo and the rumored appearance of the Kraken. The update also includes a Power Rangers collaboration and futuristic new gameplay mechanics.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 4 launch date out: Power Rangers, Bug invasion, and big surprises revealed
Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 3 is over and Chapter 6 season 4 is on the verge of starting right after servers come back online. According to Tech Radar, Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 4 is now just mere hours away, launching later today (August 7). It is set to feature a Power Rangers collaboration and will have new points of interest for players to explore. Fortnite Season 4 is expected to launch shortly after the scheduled server downtime, which typically begins in the middle of the night (EDT) and lasts around 2 to 6 hours. Based on this, here's an estimated launch window: Productivity Tool Zero to Hero in Microsoft Excel: Complete Excel guide By Metla Sudha Sekhar View Program Finance Introduction to Technical Analysis & Candlestick Theory By Dinesh Nagpal View Program Finance Financial Literacy i e Lets Crack the Billionaire Code By CA Rahul Gupta View Program Digital Marketing Digital Marketing Masterclass by Neil Patel By Neil Patel View Program Finance Technical Analysis Demystified- A Complete Guide to Trading By Kunal Patel View Program Productivity Tool Excel Essentials to Expert: Your Complete Guide By Study at home View Program Artificial Intelligence AI For Business Professionals Batch 2 By Ansh Mehra View Program 3 AM – 8 AM PDT – North America, West Coast by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Secure Your Child's Future with Strong English Fluency Planet Spark Learn More 6 AM – 11 AM EDT – North America, East Coast 7 AM – 12 AM BRT – Brazil 11 AM – 4 PM BST – United Kingdom 1 PM – 5 PM CEST – Western Europe Live Events 7 PM – 12 PM – Japan 8 PM – 1 AM – Australia ALSO READ: ESPN adds WWE's WrestleMania, Royal Rumble as streaming service sets August 21 launch. Check details Is Fortnite down? Fortnite downtime has been scheduled to start at 11pm PDT on Wednesday, August 6, and 2am EDT / 7am BST on Thursday, August 7. This information has been confirmed by a tweet from @FortniteStatus. Epic Games has been busy teasing the next season of Fortnite over the last week or so, following a Superman-themed live event that completely wrecked Demon's Domain. Judging from previous seasons end downtimes, Fortnite is due to be off line in the UK for the update from 11am to about 4pm today - and possibly a bit earlier. Fortnite Status has posted on X: 'Please note: The new Season's PC update will be larger than usual Season releases.' ALSO READ: Blue whales' mysterious silence leave scientists worried as it sends a dire warning to humanity Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 4 launch date Chapter 6 Season 4: Shock 'N Awesome itself launches Thursday 7th August 2025, so there isn't long to wait at all. Based on Epic's past patterns and in-game countdowns, global rollout will likely stretch into August 8, depending on where you are playing and how long the servers are down. Later this month, the Mighty Morphin Bundle will arrive in the Fortnite Shop, featuring iconic outfits for the Red, Black, Pink, Yellow, and Blue Rangers. Fans can also look forward to special extras, including the "Go Go Power Rangers Redux" Jam Track for Fortnite Festival. As autumn approaches, Battle Pass holders will have the chance to unlock the legendary Dino Megazord Outfit starting September 16 by completing in-game Quests — just in time for the Megazord's anticipated debut in Fortnite. ALSO READ: Eddie Palmieri, eight-time Grammy winner and Latin Jazz trailblazer, dies at 88: Who was he? Downtime for Fortnite Chapter 6: Season 4 The downtime for tomorrow's update is set to begin at 2 AM Eastern Time on August 7th, so you have about eleven hours to complete the Season 3 battle pass and earn the Superman skin. We've compiled each time zone into a short list below to let you in on when the downtime begins in your home region. • West Coast US (PDT): August 6th at 11 PM • East Coast (EDT): August 7th at 2 AM • United Kingdom (BST): August 7th at 7 AM • Central Europe (CET): August 7th at 8 AM • Japan (JST): August 7th at 3 PM While the esports scene may not see a dramatic overhaul this August, the arrival of new mythic weapons in Season 4 is bound to shake things up. Adding to the excitement, the Power Rangers are set to debut in Chapter 6, Season 4 — potentially allowing players to transform into towering titans straight out of the iconic action series. ALSO READ: Kratom addiction alarm grows in US as RFK Jr targets 7-OH: What is it and how can it impact your health? What's coming in Chapter 6: Season 4? Fortnite Chapter 6: Season 4 promises big surprises for Battle Royale fans, with new skins, exciting collaborations, and fresh map locations on the way. Epic Games has officially confirmed crossovers with Halo and Power Rangers, bringing themed cosmetics to the battle pass. As always, expect major changes to the loot pool, with new weapons dropping in regularly. And with Fortnite OG Season 5 launching on August 7, now's the perfect time to jump back into the action and explore everything the island has to offer.
