Fortnite 2026 Roadmap Unveiled

Epic Games has refreshed the Fortnite Creator Roadmap Trello board, mapping out every major 2026 patch from tomorrow’s v39.30 crossover to Chapter 8’s blockbuster launch. keeping the battle royale’s content drip alive with seasons, events, and seasonal spectacles.

Next Up: v39.30 Drops January 22

Servers go dark Thursday, January 22 at 4 AM ET for a few hours, ushering in fresh chaos. Leakers tease a Warner Bros. crossover game mode trailer dropping the day before, live post downtime. South Park sticks around another week, while the 5 player squad mode lingers until February 5’s v39.40 axe.

Complete 2026 Update Calendar (Dates subject to slips)

Fortnite’s 2026 is stacked with Chapter 7’s back half, spooky Fortnitemares, and holiday cheer.

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