Next Fortnite Update: Every Major Upcoming Changes in 2026

Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 2, Shodown, is underway and has already made a great number of additions, including Battle Pass skins, weapons, and quests for fans to cherish. While players are yet to explore parts of the newly introduced island, they have already raised queries about the next Fortnite update.

Similar to the November Simpsons crossover season, players are surely expecting something big from the upcoming updates. Hence, for those who are looking forward to the content, this article explores what Epic could bring to the table for fans with its plans for the future of Fortnite Season 7.

When is Fortnite's Next Update?

Based on several leakers, the next update (v40.20 patch) arrives on April 19, 2026. As usual, a plethora of new types of experiments is expected to be a part of the new update, along with new collaborations and maps.

What Will be the Next Fortnite Update?

Based on the Trello board for Fortnite Creator Roadmap, the next update for Epic's battle royale drops on April 16, 2026. Not only that, the whole board has been updated with schedules for the year. There's no specific information regarding the next update. We, however, do know that the timeline for Season 2 looks something like this: v40.20 on April 16, and lastly, v40.50 on June 4. And it's expected to be Season 2's concluding update.

Meanwhile, if we talk about the current season, Fortnite and the Star Wars franchise have introduced a special developer's tool to create new modes in-game. And the famous Save the World mode went free. Check out our recent coverage of Fortnite Save the World becoming free-to-play for more information.

Meanwhile, @ShiinaBR, another popular creator, has also revealed a few potential collaborations with some big names that could easily make headlines: Overwatch, Looney Tunes, Crimson Desert, Kingdom Hearts, Avatar: The Last Airbender, and much more. Epic Games developers have reduced the prices of the Battle Pass. Check out our recent coverage of Fortnite Battle Pass changes to receive more information.

List of all Updates coming to Fortnite in 2026

Here are the dates for when the Battle Royale enthusiasts can expect all the next Fortnite updates, both major and minor:

Do note that the dates are based on a Creator Roadmap Trello Board. The Fortnite authority hasn't made any official statements related to the updates.

How often do Fortnite Updates Come?

The Developers at Epic always make sure that the Battle Royale enthusiasts never get bored. They always implement major updates, including weapon skins, bug fixes, new quests, and much more, every two weeks.

The expected 2026 update calendar features no exception. However, the only time gamers won't get any updates is between June 19 and July 15. That's the time when Epic employees are expected to go on a summer break.

When does the Fortnite Season End?

Based on the information about the Battle Pass, the Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 2 is likely to drop its curtains on June 4, 2026. Meanwhile, if you want to dive deep into Fortnite details, check out our latest coverage on Fortnite's return to the Google Play Store.