Fortnite next season release date and what to expect from the new major update

Fortnite's latest update is finally here, continuing with Fortnite Pacific Break which switches up the map once again. There's new weapons to try out, a Kill Bill-themed Battle Pass, as well as updates to everything from reviving and rebooting, to how players first drop into the map at the start of a match.

After the conclusion of a live event, Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 1 kicked off with a huge overhaul of core gameplay systems. It's frequent updates like these that make Fortnite one of the best battle royale games around. As always, there's plenty of new updates planned for the future, as we look ahead to the next season, and the new year.

Here's everything you need to know about the process of Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 1 ending, when Chapter 7 Season 2 starts, and what to expect from Fortnite in the future. Also, the latest on what's been revealed about future updates, including rumors on upcoming collaborations.

Fortnite next season release date

The next season of Fortnite will launch on March 4, 2026. Unfortunately, we don't know what time this will be at, and how long downtime will last. Generally, seasonal switchovers have taken 2-3 hours in the past.

When does the current season of Fortnite end?

Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 1 will end on March 4, 2026. No specifics have been revealed in terms of timings, so stay tuned for an update to this section.

What to expect from the next Fortnite season

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The next season of Fortnite is yet to be announced fully, but we expect it to follow the Hollywood theme of the chapter so far. The last major update added Winterfest, and a Harry Potter collaboration. For now, we'll have to wait until next year for info on Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 2.

Fortnite latest map changes

Fortnite has a completely new map that launched alongside the new season. It's a fresh Island, with all new POIs, and is a bit smaller than the last map. The image above shows you where all of the major locations are, including Sandy Strip, Fore Fields, and Bumpy Bay.

The biggest change for the new map is that players no longer dive out of the Battle Bus at the start of each match. Instead, you now surf along a huge wave, before launching into the air to land at a nearby location.

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