Fortnite players are eagerly awaiting the next major update, v29.20, which is set to bring a host of new content and features to the game. The Fortnite v29.20 update is expected to focus heavily on the highly-anticipated Avatar collaboration, along with bug fixes and additions to Rocket Racing and LEGO Fortnite.
Note: These patch notes are based on community leaks and official announcements.
Avatar Collaboration
Epic Games has officially confirmed that the Fortnite x Avatar collaboration will be included in the v29.20 update. However, the event won't start immediately after the update goes live. Instead, the Avatar-related content will be enabled on Friday, April 12.
Here's what players can expect from the Avatar collaboration:
- Map changes
- New Mythic items
- New cosmetics, including Aang and Katara skins
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Other New Content
Besides the Avatar collaboration, the Fortnite v29.20 update will also introduce new content for Rocket Racing and LEGO Fortnite, as well as additions to the core Battle Royale experience:
- Season 1 of Rocket Racing
- New free cosmetics for Rocket Racing
- New cosmetic items
- Tactical AR unvaulting
- New Storyline and Weekly quests
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Release Date and Downtime
According to leaks, the Fortnite v29.20 update is scheduled to be released on Tuesday, April 9, 2024. The update will likely require downtime, which usually begins at around 1 AM PT / 4 AM ET / 9 AM BST and lasts for a few hours. During this time, players will be unable to access the game while the servers are offline.
It's important to note that while the v29.20 update will be released on April 9, the Avatar collaboration content won't be enabled until Friday, April 12. This means that players may have to wait a few days before they can experience the new Avatar-themed content.
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