Fortnite Fans Eager to Return to the Game
Fortnite experienced downtime this morning as Epic Games rolled out the v29.01 update, leaving players eager to jump back into the action.
Season 2 Theme: Myths and Mortals
Following an extensive downtime for the update to Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 2, concerns arose among players about possible extensions to the downtime.
Quick Return to the Game
Despite the update, which introduced changes in line with the season's theme of Myths and Mortals, players are already starting to re-enter the game as this was a smaller update.
Key Details About Fortnite's Downtime
On Tuesday, March 19, 2024, Fortnite was down for scheduled maintenance to update servers for the v29.01 update, ensuring smoother gameplay for all users.
Updates and Additions
The v29.01 update brought new items and weapons to the game, including the Epic-tier Chains of Hades, which can pull enemies towards you while dealing damage, and the standard weapon Drum Gun.
Additionally, the Shield Bubble Jr, a smaller version of the Shield Bubble, was introduced, along with groundwork for map editors for Rocket Racing and Lego Fortnite, though access to these features is not yet available.
Looking Ahead
Although these features have been long-rumored, there is currently no news on when they will be fully accessible to players.
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