Fortnite update 41.20 is set to launch on July 16, bringing the Hot Bat Summer event, a Batman-themed DC crossover, an Odyssey collaboration tied to Christopher Nolan's new film, and a David Beckham skin. Server downtime will begin at 9am BST (4am ET) and last until approximately 10:30am BST, with matchmaking disabled shortly before.
Fortnite Update 41.20 Release Date and Downtime
According to Epic Games, update 41.20 will debut on July 16. The official Epic maintenance page confirms server downtime from 9am BST to 10:30am BST. In a tweet, Epic stated: "Hot Bat Summer is almost here! Downtime for v41.20 begins at 4 AM ET (8 AM UTC) with matchmaking ending shortly beforehand." Players should log in before 8:30am BST to ensure access to last-minute matches.
Hot Bat Summer Event: Batman DC Crossover
The headline addition is the Hot Bat Summer event, introducing new skins, points of interest, and items. New characters include Catwoman, Harley Quinn, and Poison Ivy, along with a summer variant of Batman and a Batman-themed dog. Players can explore the Bat Cave, use the Batman Grapnel Gun, and drive the Batman Beach Buggy. The Batman Sprite will be unlockable by completing weekly quests.
Epic Games tweeted: "Help Batman track down DC Sirens Catwoman, Harley Quinn, and Poison Ivy and send them back to Arkham for sizzling in-game rewards!"
Additional Collaborations: Odyssey and David Beckham
Beyond the DC crossover, update 41.20 includes an Odyssey collaboration to promote Christopher Nolan's upcoming film, as well as a David Beckham-themed skin. Specific details on these items have not yet been released.
Early Patch Notes for Update 41.20
Epic Games has released preliminary patch notes addressing several issues:
General
- Nintendo Switch players without SD cards may encounter storage errors during patching or game launch.
Battle Royale
- [Reload] The "Reboot" action may not function if assigned to a custom bind when both controller and keyboard inputs are used.
LEGO Issues
- Swivels may cause builds to break; investigation ongoing.
- No notification appears when unlocking a Charm recipe; fix in progress.
- Lag and hitching occur during Storm King fights; under investigation.
- If the 'Use' command is bound to the 'F' key, players cannot interact with objects in Brick Life.
- The prompt to flip a vehicle no longer appears when standing next to a flipped vehicle.
Update 41.20 is available on PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, and mobile devices.
