The latest Fortnite update, version 30.40, released on August 6, 2024, introduces a variety of new content and features as part of Chapter 5, Season 3.
Key Features and Updates
- Fall Guys Collaboration:
- A new event called “Where We Fallin’” has been introduced, bringing new quests and challenges for players in the Battle Royale map. Players can transform into Fall Guys beans and complete obstacle courses for rewards (Dexerto) (Dexerto).
- A special arena is added in the Classy Courts POI, allowing players to compete in an obstacle course high up in the sky, offering different tiers of loot based on performance (The Mirror) (Express.co.uk).
- LEGO Fortnite Update:
- The update adds a new Fast Travel system using Battle Bus Stations. Players can now travel quickly between locations using these stations (Fortnite Insider) (Dexerto).
- New LEGO-style vehicles and toys have been introduced, along with a Pirate Lifestyle Bundle available in the shop (Fortnite Insider) (Express.co.uk).
- New Skins and Collaborations:
- The update features new X-Men skins, including Cyclops, Jubilee, and Colossus, available starting August 12 (Dexerto).
- Dragon Ball Z collaboration includes skins for Android 17 and Android 18, arriving on August 10 (Dexerto).
- A potential Rubius Icon Series skin is teased, although not yet confirmed (The Mirror) (Dexerto).
- Unvaulted and New Weapons:
- The Minigun has been unvaulted along with other weapons and items (Express.co.uk) (Dexerto).
- Bug Fixes and Improvements:
- Various visual and gameplay bugs have been addressed, such as issues with cell-shaded outfits and player movement glitches (Express.co.uk).
For a detailed list of changes and new content, you can check the Dexerto and Fortnite Insider websites.
