Is Fortnite down? When will Epic Games launch Chapter 7?

Fortnite Downtime Before Chapter 7 Launch

Fortnite servers went offline on Saturday morning after the Zero Hour live event, as Epic Games prepared to roll out version 39.00, the start of Chapter 7.

Official Statement

“FYI: Fortnite game servers will be offline following the Zero Hour live event while we release v39.00!”
— Fortnite Status on X

This planned outage is part of Epic Games’ standard maintenance process that accompanies major chapter updates. Players are unable to log in or play during this downtime, but it signals that new content, map changes, and gameplay features are on the way.

Expected Return

Epic Games has not announced a specific return time for the servers. However, chapter transitions in the past have typically required several hours of maintenance before going back online.

What Players Can Expect

When Chapter 7 launches, fans anticipate new storylines, redesigned maps, and fresh Battle Pass rewards. Epic often introduces limited-time modes and collaborations to mark these season resets, keeping the gameplay experience refreshed and engaging.

“Every new chapter represents a fresh start, filled with surprises for the community,” according to past Epic Games updates.

Author Summary

Epic Games temporarily shut down Fortnite servers after the Zero Hour event to deploy version 39.00 and prepare players for the arrival of Chapter 7.

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Bergen Record Bergen Record — 2025-11-29

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