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Fortnite servers are down on Tuesday, 15 July for Update 36.20
Downtime began at 9 a.m. BST and is expected to last 2–3 hours
Update 36.20 introduces new content, bug fixes, and possible collaborations
Leaks hint at a live event, themed items, and a new Point of Interest (POI)
Fortnite servers offline for maintenance on 15 July
Fortnite has gone offline temporarily for its scheduled server maintenance to roll out Update 36.20. According to the official @FortniteStatus account on X (formerly Twitter), the downtime began at 9 a.m. BST on Tuesday, 15 July, and typically lasts between two to three hours, based on previous update cycles.
The timing is consistent with earlier outages linked to updates 36.10 and 35.10. Players will be unable to access any Fortnite game modes while the maintenance is underway.
What to expect from Fortnite Update 36.20
While Epic Games has not released full patch notes at the time of writing, community leaker Shiina shared an early overview of what may be included in the update. If accurate, players can expect a combination of new content, limited-time features, and cosmetics.
Potential additions include:
New Battle Royale content
Live event files, possibly referencing the original rocket launch
Free collaboration vehicle, with speculation around the Batmobile or Fantasticar
Free pickaxe, available by logging in
New Point of Interest (POI): Fortress of Solitude
New Blitz Royale week themes
New Luminary Hypatia Pack
ICON Series emotes
Updated files for old collaborations
Additional leaks for Chapter 6 Season 4
Companions feature – more data may be added
There is also speculation of a potential Deadmau5 collaboration, though this has yet to be confirmed by Epic.
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Bug fixes and ongoing development
In addition to new content, Update 36.20 is expected to deliver several bug fixes aimed at improving overall game performance. Epic Games’ development team had taken a summer break during June, and this update marks a return to their regular content rollout schedule.
The game recently introduced Blitz Royale mode and Squid Grounds Reload, which helped fill the content gap during the break. Fans can expect more regular updates going forward.
When will servers be back online?
Although exact timing can vary, Fortnite updates typically require between two to three hours to complete. If there are no delays, players can expect servers to come back online by midday BST.
Players are advised to keep an eye on the official @FortniteStatus page for real-time updates on maintenance progress and patch availability.
Latest footage shows intense boss fight from upcoming open-world title
Pearl Abyss confirms March 2026 release date after years of delays
Once planned as an MMORPG, the game has evolved into a story-driven adventure
Fresh look at Crimson Desert’s combat
A new gameplay preview of Crimson Desert has been released as part of IGN’s ongoing “First” series, giving fans a closer look at the long-awaited open-world action-adventure game from Pearl Abyss.
The nine-minute footage features a dramatic boss encounter with a towering mechanical dragon, showcasing the game’s cinematic combat style, detailed environments, and high-stakes action sequences. It’s the latest in a series of updates that have built excitement for a title first revealed back in 2019.
From MMORPG to open-world adventure
When Crimson Desert was initially announced, it was intended to be a massively multiplayer online role-playing game. However, during the 2020 Game Awards, the South Korean studio revealed a major shift in direction, repositioning it as a single-player open-world experience with action-adventure elements.
That decision led to several years of development adjustments and delays. The game was first pushed back indefinitely in 2021, later expected in late 2025, and then rescheduled once again to 2026.
After years of uncertainty, Pearl Abyss has now confirmed that Crimson Desert will launch on 19 March 2026 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.
The announcement marks nearly seven years since the game’s first reveal, and fans are hopeful that this time, the release date will hold. With its mix of cinematic storytelling, intricate combat, and rich fantasy world, Crimson Desert aims to deliver one of the most ambitious RPG experiences in recent memory.
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