Fortnite update 4.96 is available to download on PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and PC. According to the official Fortnite 4.96 patch notes, the latest Fortnite update 39.11 fixes major control, texture, and gameplay issues across modes. Battle Royale gains restored movement, proper revives, and corrected map elements. LEGO Fortnite music selection now works properly. Save the World receives fixes for ability behavior and missing Hero textures.. Today’s Fortnite version 4.96 also includes stability fixes.
Fortnite patch 4.96 Patch Notes – December 18, 2025
Winterfest 2025 Event
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Winterfest 2025 is live from December 18 at 9 AM ET until January 5 at 9 AM ET
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The Winterfest cabin refreshes daily at 9 AM ET
Presents and Rewards
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Lt. Winter offers 14 presents to open during the event
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One present can be opened each day
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The Glacial Dummy Outfit unlocks after opening seven presents
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The Cheeks Outfit unlocks after opening 13 presents
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Remaining presents can be opened in any order
Accessories from Presents
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Winterfest Bow Back Bling
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Festive Gwinny Back Bling
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Wrapped Axe Pickaxe
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Festive Bat Pickaxe
Item Shop Additions
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Sabrina Carpenter Santa ‘Brina Outfit
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Hatsune Miku Snow Miku Outfit
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Harry Potter Hogwarts house-themed Outfits
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Hogwarts Outfits can be customized for Gryffindor, Hufflepuff, Ravenclaw, or Slytherin
Gameplay Items
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Blizzard Grenades are available during Winterfest
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Snowball Launchers return for the event
General Fixes
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Resolved issue preventing Sidebar and Text Chat from reopening when using a controller.
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Fixed default texture appearing on the Magnetic Steps Glider across platforms.
Battle Royale
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Fixed movement being cancelled when opening or closing the map with keyboard controls.
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Corrected an issue preventing some players from rebooting squad mates.
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Self-Revive Device now activates correctly when rolling during DBNO transition.
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Removed incorrect shrubbery appearing on the Starter Island.
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Restored missing Vending Machines on the map.
Lego Fortnite
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Corrected Jukeboxes playing random tracks instead of selected music.
Save the World
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Fixed Plasma Pulse misbehaving after firing a bow.
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Restored missing head textures on certain Hero models during inspection.
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Fixed movement cancellation when closing the map while moving.
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 4.96 will address a few of these issues.
Download free Fortnite update 4.96 for PlayStation 4, PC, and Xbox One.
