Fortnite downtime for update v31.10: Here’s how long it will last

A significant Fortnite update is on the horizon following the launch of Chapter 5 Season 4. Players have mostly enjoyed what Epic Games rolled out, especially after a few key adjustments.

However, Fortnite is an everchanging game, so updates occur frequently to keep the game feeling fresh. The latest Fortnite patch goes live on September 4, but how long will the downtime last? Here's the answer.

As of 5:47 a.m. ET, the Fortnite v31.10 downtime period has ended. It lasted just one hour and 47 minutes and you can now experience the new update!

According to Fortnite leaker NotPaloleaks, the Fortnite downtime ahead of update v31.10 will last roughly five hours or potentially less.

Many leakers have reposted this information, so that's enough evidence to support that the game will remain offline from 4 a.m. ET to about 9 a.m. ET. That gives Epic Games plenty of time to prepare and release the update.

Fortnite typically only enters downtime for sizable updates, and patch v31.10 is no different. Various leakers have indicated a new Marvel Mythic item will enter the loot pool alongside some potential unvaulted items.

The always reliable HYPEX has produced this list in regards to what you can expect in the September 4 update:

Epic Games will likely publish the patch notes during or after Fortnite's downtime, explaining what is new in the v31.10 update. Until then, the information above is all we have to reference.

Regardless, what we know for sure is that the Battle Pass Super Styles are coming and the game will be offline for up to five hours during the maintenance period. Also, don't forget that the FNCS Axe of Champions 2.0 is due in the Item Shop on September 4.

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