Fortnite 31.40 Early Patch Notes: Fortnitemares Event, Map Updates, New Skins, and More Features

The upcoming Fortnite patch 31.40 is set to be an extensive update, heralding the return of the much-anticipated Fortnitemares Halloween event. Just this week, Epic Games has given us glimpses of confirmed horror-themed collaborations, heightening the excitement for players.

While the Halloween event is undoubtedly a focal point of this patch, there are numerous other changes and enhancements across various game modes that players should be aware of. It can be challenging to track everything, so we’ve put together a comprehensive summary below.

Here are the preliminary patch notes for version 31.40, derived from official announcements and early leak information.

Downtime Details for Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 4 Update 31.40

Scheduled downtime for Fortnite v31.40 will kick off at 4 AM ET on October 11, 2024, as confirmed by Epic in a post on X. As is customary, matchmaking will cease shortly before the maintenance begins.

Fortnitemares Event (2024)

Fortnitemares trailer skins — Epic Games

Exciting new skins headed to Fortnitemares this year.

This year’s Fortnitemares event features collaborations with iconic horror properties, including Texas Chainsaw Massacre and Saw. Additionally, the game map will undergo a haunting transformation to capture the spirit of the season. Given the scale of past events, new Fortnitemares quests can also be expected.

New Skins & Collaborations

Mephisto
Leatherface from Texas Chainsaw Massacre
Sally and Pumpkin King from The Nightmare Before Christmas
Classic Disney villains
Hexbringer Lexa skin
Spider-Man vs Venom
Spider-Woman

Map Modifications

According to prominent leaker HYPEX, six new landmarks are set to debut, alongside updates to existing points of interest (POIs). The affected POIs include:

Great Glacier
Brawler’s Battleground
Restored Reels

New Mythic & Unvaulted Weapons

Witch Broom
Pumpkin Launcher
Wood Stake Shotgun
Candy

Additionally, there’s buzz about a new Mythic item, though details remain scarce. However, leaker HYPEX hinted that this Mythic will be linked to the Saw collaboration.

Return of Horde Rush LTM

Long-time players will be familiar with the Horde Rush limited-time mode (LTM). Recent leaks suggest that this mode will return in conjunction with the update. In Horde Rush, players team up to combat waves of monsters as the storm encroaches.

LEGO Fortnite

Sally and Pumpkin King in Fortnitemares LEGO style — Epic Games

LEGO-themed Nightmare Before Christmas skins in Fortnite.

The delightful LEGO mode in Fortnite is set to introduce a new “Brick or Treat Event Pass,” packed with various builds. Here’s what’s coming to LEGO Fortnite:

Brick or Treat Event Pass
NaNa Village Map Markers
The Nightmare Before Christmas LEGO Bundles
Complimentary Dark Studies & Eternal Restlessness Decor Bundles
New split-screen functionality

Rocket Racing Updates

Rocket Racing is also slated to receive numerous new features. According to leaks from noted leaker iFireMonkey, the upcoming enhancements include:

The Nightmare Before Christmas collaboration decals
Possible updates on Spider-Man vs Venom cosmetics
New Rocket Racing Starter Pack
Launching of Rocket Racing Season 3
New earnable “Ocean Breeze Beats” jam track
Correction of missing BALL-R wheels
Disabling of current time trials, ranked quests, and weekly challenges

Fortnite Festival Additions

Meanwhile, Fortnite Festival is anticipated to bring forth new instrument skins alongside various in-game fixes, as revealed in leaks. In summary, here’s what to look forward to:

Fortnitemares quests
New instrument skins
Fixes for animations to eliminate frozen bodies with moving mouths
Improvements to jam track audio quality

Teasers for the Next Chapter

As we approach the new chapter in about a month, it’s likely that Epic Games will begin unveiling teasers related to upcoming content, including themes, skins, and more for the next season.

It’s essential to remember that some of the information provided is based on leaks, so approach it cautiously until confirmed. We’ll keep you posted once the update is rolled out for all players.

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