This is what to anticipate from the 15.40 patch.
Fortnite’s 15.40 replace is simply across the nook, and it will deliver some attention-grabbing modifications to the sport. As with all Fortnite updates, it isn’t exactly clear what the patch goes to do, however we’ve got just a few hints from the sport’s official Twitter account. The patch is ready to go stay on February 16. [Update: The patch is out now and the servers are back up.]
Downtime for v15.40 has ended.
Knock out your bounties with a returning favourite… the Flint-Knock Pistol! pic.twitter.com/6S2M21IisS— Fortnite Standing (@FortniteStatus) February 16, 2021
With the discharge of v15.40, we’ve added the choice to regulate construct/object stage of element within the PC Efficiency Mode alpha. This may be completed through the brand new Meshes high quality choice within the Video settings (discovered on PC when Efficiency Mode is enabled). pic.twitter.com/ZokATnO8ig
— Fortnite Standing (@FortniteStatus) February 16, 2021
In response to the beneath tweets, it seems that fashionable limited-time modes Air Royale and Ground is Lava shall be making a comeback. The patch will even assist you to modify object stage of element within the Perf Mode alpha, however solely on PC. Moreover, characters can have extra exotics in inventory so that you can seize. Let’s simply hope the opposing groups will not get there first.
Knock knock. 🚪
The v15.40 replace is scheduled to launch on February 16. Downtime for the replace will start at approx. 4 AM ET (09:00 UTC). pic.twitter.com/W54TynVlZQ— Fortnite Standing (@FortniteStatus) February 15, 2021
v15.40 brings:
✅Blast again with an unvaulted favourite!
✅Enjoyable for the entire squad! Characters can have extra Exotics in inventory for allies (or enemies) to accumulate.
✅LTMs coming quickly: Air Royale ✈️+ Ground is Lava 🌋
✅Modify object/construct stage of element in PC Perf Mode alpha— Fortnite Standing (@FortniteStatus) February 15, 2021
The above tweet additionally references an “unvaulted favourite.” Primarily based on context clues, it is probably both pump shotguns or an explosive weapon. Then once more, the “knock knock” phrasing within the first tweet has led some to assume that the Flint-Knock Pistol may be making a comeback, too. We’ll know for certain when the patch comes out on February 16.
For those who’re nonetheless on the lookout for some assist with the challenges for the Hearts Wild occasion, check out our guide. In different Fortnite information, the Flash pores and skin recently came to the game. A latest upkeep patch addressed some performance issues.