Are the Fortnite Servers Down?
Yes, Fortnite servers are currently down for scheduled maintenance to roll out update 38.10 on November 11, 2025. Epic Games took the servers offline at 9am GMT UK time (4am EDT / 1am PDT), with matchmaking disabled approximately 30 minutes beforehand. This maintenance is part of the ongoing Simpsons season and will introduce new gameplay features, including falling donuts from the sky and additional character skins like Moe and Spider-Pig.
How Long is Fortnite Downtime Today for Update 38.10?
The scheduled downtime for update 38.10 is approximately 1.5 hours in duration. Matchmaking was disabled around 8:30am GMT, with full server shutdown beginning at 9am GMT (4am EDT / 1am PDT) on November 11, 2025. This is significantly shorter than previous major updates, which typically lasted around five hours.
The update will add several new features to the Simpsons season, including the Moe Szyslak Item Shop skin, Plopper (Spider-Pig) as a sidekick, falling donuts via Homer's Zero Shard Remote, and Homer Clones. Bug fixes are also included to address issues such as the Fortnite Crash Reporter error, missing player interaction animations, and Mr. Dappermint's missing bow tie.
When Will Fortnite Servers Be Back Up?
Fortnite servers are scheduled to return online by 10:30am GMT UK time (5:30am EDT / 2:30am PDT) on November 11, 2025. However, this timeline is subject to change, as Epic Games may extend the downtime if unforeseen technical issues arise during the update process. Players are advised to check the official Fortnite Status page or Epic Games' social media channels for real-time updates on server availability.
Once the servers are back online, players can immediately access all the new Simpsons-themed content, explore the updated Springfield map with landmarks like Moe's Tavern and Kwik-E-Mart, and try out the new skins and gameplay features introduced in version 38.10.
Disclaimer:
The information regarding Fortnite's server downtime and update schedule is based on the latest available details and is subject to change. Downtime duration and server availability may vary depending on unforeseen technical issues. For the most up-to-date information, please refer to the official Fortnite Status page or Epic Games' social media channels.
