Fortnite patch 5.09 (1.000.220) is available to download on PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and PC. According to the official Fortnite update 5.09 patch notes, the latest update fixes blank firing issues, refreshes Reload weapon balance, and temporarily removes Elite Stronghold while control and movement problems. Today’s Fortnite version 5.09 also includes general stability fixes.
Fortnite version 1.000.220 Patch Notes – May 7, 2026
Gameplay Fixes
- Fixed an issue causing blank shots to fire in Battle Royale and Reload modes.
Ranked Adjustments
- The Morphite Shotgun has been temporarily replaced with the Tactical Shotgun and Pump Shotgun in Ranked modes.
- Elite Stronghold has been removed from the unranked Reload map rotation while an issue with inverted controls and player jittering is investigated.
Reload Loot Pool Changes
- The Tactical Assault Rifle and Iron Pump Shotgun have been unvaulted in both Ranked and Unranked Reload.
- The Combat Shotgun has been removed from Unranked Reload.
- The Combat Shotgun, Ranger, Combat Assault Rifle, O.X.R. Rifle, and Twin Mag SMG have been removed from Ranked Reload.
Slurp Rush Updates
- The Charge Shotgun and Dual Pistols have been removed from the Slurp Rush loot pool.
Previously, a major Fortnite update 4.93 (36.00) added quality-of-life improvements and fixes. Unfortunately, players are still facing several issues with the game. Today’s Fortnite version 5.09 will address a few of these issues.
Download free Fortnite update 5.09 for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, PC, and Xbox One.
