Fortnite will be down today, Thursday, May 28, 2026, for a patch. What you should know about version 40.41 can be found here on MeinMMO.
Thursday, 28.05.2026
06:00 PM
Unfortunately, no patch notes have been released by Epic Games, so we are ending our live ticker and wish you a nice day!
12:00 PM
The servers are back online and you can log in. We are now keeping an eye on the official channels and looking for the patch notes.
11:32 AM
According to Hypex, the “Runners” season is more about a dystopian setting. Players are scavengers who must fight for resources to survive. (Source: x.com)
10:38 AM
The textures of the famous Fortbytes are back in Fortnite’s data. Back then, fans could unlock special rewards like additional styles for their skins. Perhaps Epic Games is planning their return to spark the collecting frenzy again.
10:31 AM
According to Shiina, there are no new skins in patch 40.41, but the name of the new season has been leaked and it is called “Runners”. (Source: x.com)
10:00 AM
The server down has begun and now you will gradually be kicked from the servers. We are now keeping an eye out for leaks and will list them for you here.
09:33 AM
The player search has now been disabled. The start of the server down will follow soon.
09:04 AM
Good morning and welcome to our live ticker. The server down will start soon at 10:00 AM German time. 30 minutes earlier, the player search will also be turned off. We are here for you and will accompany the downtime. We will also list all important leaks for you so that you don’t miss anything.
What happens during the server down? The servers will be shut down. During this time you cannot play Fortnite.
When does the server down start in Fortnite? The servers will be shut down on May 28, 2026, at 10:00 AM. Shortly before (about half an hour, at around 09:30 AM), the matchmaking will be disabled (Source: x.com).
When can I play Fortnite again? That depends on the size of the update and the duration of the downtime. This is a smaller update, so expect approximately one to two hours.
What do the patch notes say? There are currently no official details on the upcoming patch notes. If Epic Games shares them, we will update this part.
Fortnite: Patch 40.41 – What do leakers say?
What can I expect with the upcoming update? Leaker Shiina also has little to report about the upcoming update. He emphasizes that this is the last update of Chapter 6 Season 2. At least fans can expect free rewards through events. Additionally, there will also be a live event that will conclude Season 2. According to Shiina, there will be a downtime immediately after the live event ends (Source: x.com). So it remains exciting what Epic Games has planned.
We will monitor the server down live for you and provide you with the most important information and leaks. Have you just started with Fortnite and are still a complete beginner? Then we have 6 tips for you that will improve your skills in the game: 6 quick tips in Fortnite that will make you better immediately
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