Fortnite’s 15.40 update is just around the corner, and it’s going to make some interesting changes to the game. As with all Fortnite updates, it’s not clear what the update will do, but we have a few hints from the game’s official Twitter account. The patch is set to go live on February 16.
According to the tweets below, it seems that popular time-limited modes Air Royale and Floor is Lava will return. The patch also allows you to adjust the object level in detail in Perf Mode alpha, but only on PC. In addition, characters will have more exotic items in stock that you can grab. Let̵
Knock knock. 🚪
The update v15.40 is scheduled for release on February 16. Downtime for the update begins approx. 4 AM ET (09:00 UTC). pic.twitter.com/W54TynVlZQ– Fortnite Status (@FortniteStatus) February 15, 2021
v15.40 brings:
Strike back with an invalid favorite!
Fun for the whole squad! Characters will have more exotic items in stock that allies (or enemies) can acquire.
TMLTM coming soon: Air Royale ✈️ + Floor is Lava 🌋
✅Adjust object / build level of detail in PC Perf Mode alpha– Fortnite Status (@FortniteStatus) February 15, 2021
The above tweet also refers to an “unknown favorite.” Based on context indications, it is probably either a shotgun or an explosive weapon. Then again, the “knock knock” phrase in the first tweet has led some to believe that the Flint-Knock Pistol might also make a comeback. We will definitely know when the update comes out on February 16th.
If you’re still looking for some help with the challenges of the Hearts Wild event, check out our guide. In other Fortnite news, Flash skin recently came into play. A recent maintenance update addressed some performance issues.
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