fortnite servers

Epic Games deactivated Fortnite servers starting at 4 AM ET on Thursday, April 30, 2026, to facilitate the rollout of the v40.30 patch. The maintenance period for the popular battle royale title is expected to impact all game modes as developers introduce gameplay adjustments and fresh cosmetic items. While the developer has not officially confirmed the exact duration of the outage, current estimates suggest the game will remain inaccessible for several hours. According to Insider Gaming, mid-season updates typically last between three and four hours, indicating a projected return to service b