Fortnite servers are turned off by Epic Games while preparing Chapter 2 Remix update
As the preparations of a huge update involving Chapter 2 Remix into Fortnite continue to hit the floor, Epic Games has cut off online access as they strive to update their game. A huge list of changes awaited by many fans would surely take much time before fully coming in. With new content, updated maps, and new challenges to boot, players are more than eager to download the update promised to be the game’s shot in the arm. Here’s everything you need to know about downtime and what’s coming to Chapter 2 Remix.
Downtime Starts: When Did Fortnite Shut Down?
This morning marked the first time Fortnite officially went down early to help Epic Games perform server maintenance and push out the Chapter 2 Remix update. According to Epic Games, it started the downtime at 4 am ET and is set to last several hours, though no one seems to know exactly when their servers will be back on. Downtime means all platforms will be offline — PC, console, mobile — so millions of players around the world are awaiting access.
Epic Games have stated that in this period, no one will log into Fortnite. They have posted on their Twitter page that, “Chapter 2 Remix is almost here! Our team is working hard to get the update ready. Stay tuned for more updates as we get closer to launch.”
Chapter 2 is going to be one of the biggest Fortnite updates the game has had so far, bringing forth a medley of new gameplay and map changes alongside character skin designs that signify the never-ending evolution. Leaks and teasers have hinted that there’s going to be the revised maps inspired from the greatest locations of earlier seasons but with new zones to see and explore for players too. There’s also supposed to be the new kind of skins, emotes and battle passes in the cards with unique designs only possible in Chapter 2 Remix.
This isn’t much about details coming out from Epic Games’ part, but the changes assured will be pretty radical on coming forward to help even balance competitive play with those creative elements of Fortnite. Long-awaited is classic returning of weapons and vehicles- hints were given through these promotional images recently. They’d probably remember some of that old good days of playtime. Another rumor said players would experience new modes, even an enhanced system for crafting to challenge people in ways they have not been challenged before.
Server Downtime Aggravations and Community Reaction
As Fortnite is taken offline for some time, frustration and eagerness by the gamers in social media cannot be disregarded. Though it’s inconvenient, server downtime has become an old hat that Fortnite fans have grown to expect each time there’s a big update. Fans might still get a little agonized during this long wait to join the new chapter.
The community’s reactions have been mixed between people getting impatient and waiting and others wasting their time posting theories about what Chapter 2 Remix will bring. Fortnite streamer and content creator JakeGamer said, “The downtime is worth it if Chapter 2 Remix delivers as promised! Can’t wait to see the new map changes.” Many are using this downtime to speculate about what this update will mean for the future of Fortnite.
Epic Games has asked users to keep an eye on social media for server status and update progress, but said that the downtime will be well worth it for the updates Fortnite will receive.
How long until Fortnite Servers return?
Epic Games did not give an end time for the downtime but by looking at previous updates, it should return within 6–12 hours. That is to say, that without any unscheduled delay, gamers will possibly find their way back to Fortnite by later today or by tomorrow early morning. Generally speaking, Epic Games has turned all stones upside down so as not to rush anything to allow the gamer population to return to Fortnite but make sure everything flows according to plan, therefore this means a delay beyond 12 hours shows the tight effort of the team and their willingness to see off glitches during launch.
Then there is the sizeable download because updates as big as Chapter 2 Remix would always come with very large file sizes. It takes a little bit longer if you have slower internet, in case the servers have now officially gone live.
Get Ready for New Adventures in Chapter 2 Remix
Fortnite fans worldwide eagerly wait for an opportunity to jump into the Chapter 2 Remix and, although downtime is a sore spot, changes to come in the game are expected to be thrilling and create a brand new chapter for the game. Epic Games promises to renew Fortnite and give its great world a fresh coat.
For now, sit tight and wait for new features and improvements that the update will bring. Be a pro or an occasional player-this chapter may well be one of Fortnite’s most memorable chapters yet. Well, Fortnite fans, wait just a few hours and find yourself in your next adventure.
