Epic GamesFortnite servers often go offline to prepare for updates. Here’s everything you need to know about how long downtime lasts and when the servers will be back online.
While scheduled maintenance and downtime are typically announced well before the next Fortnite update, unexpected server crashes, unscheduled downtime, and urgent hotfixes can sometimes cause them to go down without warning.
This often leads players to check the server status for real-time updates. Below, you’ll find the latest information on Fortnite’s matchmaking issues and what’s causing the problem.
Is Fortnite down?
The Fortnite servers are currently down for maintenance.
Epic Games has taken the Fortnite servers offline in preparation for the 36.20 update. It’s potentially introducing the Fantastic Four alongside multiple new skins, an OG Rocket Event, and more content for Blitz Royale.
How to check Fortnite server status
Epic GamesTo see if the game’s servers are down or offline outside of this page, you’ll need to visit the Fortnite server status page on Epic Games’ official website.
If servers are not responding or are labeled “Under Maintenance,” players may experience disruptions. A green “Operational” label means the game is running normally.
When an issue is flagged, or downtime begins, it will be noted and highlighted. You can click on the plus symbol next to ‘Fortnite’ if you want more information about any specific service like parties, voice chat, stats, and more.
For more content on Epic’s battle royale, check out the best Fortnite skins, how to play split screen, all collabs and crossovers, how to level up fast, and if there are any free V-Bucks codes.
