The latest update for Fortnite, version v37.40, was released on October 2, 2025. Here’s a breakdown of the key additions and changes:
🕹️ New Features & Collaborations
🎤 KPop Demon Hunters Crossover
- Fortnite has partnered with the 2025 Netflix animated film KPop Demon Hunters, introducing skins for characters Rumi, Mira, and Zoey, along with themed accessories and emotes available in the Item Shop or as part of a HUNTR/X Bundle. TechRadar
- A new limited-time mode, Demon Rush, reimagines the popular Horde Rush mode. Players team up with the animated characters to combat hordes of demons, utilizing film-inspired perks. This mode is available until November 1, 2025. TechRadar
- Quests tied to Rumi, Mira, and Zoey are now available across Battle Royale, Reload, and Blitz modes, offering exclusive items like Rumi’s Empowered Sword and Zoey’s Golden Bubble Shield. TechRadar
👻 Fortnitemares 2025 Begins
- The Halloween-themed event, Fortnitemares, kicks off with this update, featuring a Battle Royale map change and a new Doja Cat boss on the island. A full takeover is scheduled for October 9, 2025. Beebom
🔧 Gameplay & System Updates
- Loot Pool Adjustments: The update introduces significant changes to the loot pool, impacting the overall game experience. esports.gg
- Bug Fixes:
- Resolved an issue where the build menu would reset while trying to build or decorate.
- Fixed a problem where players could get stuck in a cave upon rejoining the world if they were leaving the match while in a cave.
- Increased damage inflicted by Single Daggers.
- Addressed an issue where players couldn’t move the camera when exiting the cave.
- Fixed a bug where some players experienced fall damage when launching with Plasma Pistols.
- Mitigated an issue where some explosives did not deal damage to Spires.
- Resolved a minor audio issue when exiting the bus.
- Fixed an issue where some options were unresponsive in the inventory after moving an item.
- Addressed a problem where the grid was not displaying when attempting to Nudge or Snap to the underside of an asset. Fortnite Wiki
🧪 Creative & UEFN Enhancements
- General Physics in Beta: Introduced general physics features in beta, expanding the creative possibilities for builders. Epic Games Developers
- Reckless Railways Prefabs and Galleries: Added new prefabs and galleries themed around Reckless Railways, offering fresh assets for creators. Epic Games Developers
- Custom Inventory and Items: Experimental features for custom inventory and items have been introduced, allowing for more personalized gameplay experiences. Epic Games Developers
- KPop Demon Hunters in UEFN: The KPop Demon Hunters content is now available in Unreal Editor for Fortnite (UEFN), enabling creators to build, publish, and share themed islands without a publishing hold. Epic Games Developers
For a detailed breakdown of all changes and additions, you can refer to the official Fortnite ecosystem updates.
