Why is Fortnite servers down and how long will it be down?
Fortnite players are waiting for the release of the new Simpsons season. Epic Games has confirmed that Fortnite servers are down for scheduled maintenance. This downtime is part of the preparation for the launch of Fortnite x The Simpsons collaboration.
According to AllOut Gaming, the latest Fortnite update, version 38.00, will roll out on November 1. It will be available on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, and Android.
The update will introduce a new Springfield map with a cel-shaded style. It will also add a Simpsons-themed Battle Pass and gameplay adjustments. Players will be able to unlock new skins inspired by characters such as Homer, Marge, Bart, and Lisa Simpson.
However, players will have to wait until Epic Games completes the maintenance process before accessing the new content.
Fortnite server downtime and maintenance schedule
Epic Games confirmed on X (formerly Twitter) that Fortnite servers were taken offline after the “Welcome, Our Alien Overlords” live event ended. The server downtime began at 3:30 PM GMT (11:30 AM ET / 8:30 AM PT) on November 1.
During this live event, players saw a special Simpsons short film that explained how the Simpsons family joined the Fortnite world. This was reported by GameSpot and other outlets. According to the Fortnite server status page and AllOut Gaming, the downtime is expected to last around five hours. If there are no issues, servers may return by 8 PM GMT (4 PM ET / 1 PM PT). However, GameSpot noted that maintenance can sometimes end earlier or later depending on technical requirements.
What to expect after Fortnite servers return
Once servers are back online, Fortnite players will be able to explore Springfield within the game. The new map will include famous landmarks such as Moe’s Tavern and the Kwik-E-Mart. Players will also gain access to the Simpsons skins and the updated loot pool.
The crossover aims to merge Fortnite gameplay with elements of The Simpsons universe. Epic Games expects this to attract fans from both communities.
Until the maintenance ends, players will not be able to access online matches or new Battle Pass content. Epic Games has asked players to be patient as they finalize the update process.
When did Fortnite server downtime start?
Epic Games confirmed that servers went offline following the “Welcome to Our Alien Overlords” live event. The exact downtime started at 3:30 PM GMT, which corresponds to 11:30 AM Eastern Time and 8:30 AM Pacific Time.
The official statement from Epic on X read:
“Following the Welcome, Our Alien Overlords live event tomorrow at 11 AM ET, Fortnite will go into downtime at 11:30 AM ET (3:30 PM UTC). The v38.00 update drops later the same day, taking us to Springfield!”
When will Fortnite servers be back online for The Simpsons season?
Epic Games has stated that Fortnite servers will remain offline for approximately five hours. If this schedule holds, the game should be back between 8 PM and 8:30 PM GMT (4–4:30 PM ET / 1–1:30 PM PT).
Once servers are live, players can access the new season, download the update, and explore all the Simpsons-themed content.
FAQs
Q1: Why is Fortnite servers down today?
Fortnite servers are down for scheduled maintenance ahead of the launch of the new Simpsons collaboration and the release of update version 38.00.
Q2: How long will Fortnite servers be down?
The downtime is expected to last about five hours, with servers likely to return between 8 and 8:30 PM GMT on November 1.