Fortnite Update 1.000.163 Patch Notes for PS5 – January 14, 2025

Fortnite update 1.000.163 (v33.20) is available to download on PS5, Xbox One, Switch, and PC. According to the official Fortnite 1.000.163 patch notes, Hatsune Miku headlines Festival Season 7 with new outfits, emotes, and Jam Tracks. Unified Music Pass progression offers exciting rewards across free and premium tiers. Local multiplayer and new stage modes enhance gameplay. Additionally, today’s Fortnite patch 1.000.163 also addresses stability and gameplay performance improvements.

Previously, a major Fortnite update 29.00 added new features, new LTM modes, new changes, and much more. Unfortunately, players are still facing several issues with the game. Today’s Fortnite version 1.000.163 will address a few of these issues.

Fortnite 1.000.163 Patch Notes – January 14, 2025

Hatsune Miku Festival Update

• New Content:

  • Neko Hatsune Miku Outfit – Includes Brite and LEGO styles.
  • Exclusive Accessories – Neko Miku Keytar, Guitar, and more.
  • Jam Track – “M@GICAL☆CURE! LOVE ♥ SHOT!” featuring Hatsune Miku.

• New Bundles in Shop:

  • Hatsune Miku Bundle:
    • Hatsune Miku Outfit (LEGO Style).
    • Pack-sune Miku Back Bling.
    • Miku Live and Miku Miku Beam Emotes.
    • Miku-themed Jam Track.
  • Hatsune Miku Cyclone Bundle:
    • Cyclone Car Body with 13 unique Miku-themed decals.

Music Pass Unified Progression

• How It Works:

  • Earn XP in any mode to unlock free and premium rewards.
  • Premium Pass available for 1,400 V-Bucks or via Fortnite Crew.

• Rewards:

  • Free Rewards:
    • Shatter Sonic Guitar (final reward).
    • Four Jam Tracks, including two Epic originals.
    • The Break Emote.
    • Shamisen Electric Bass.
  • Premium Rewards:
    • Neko Hatsune Miku Outfit with additional styles.
    • Miku-themed Keytar and Guitar.
    • Exclusive Hatsune Miku-inspired Jam Tracks and emotes.

New Gameplay Features

• Local Multiplayer:

  • Play with up to four players on a single console (PlayStation/Xbox).
  • Requires Epic Games accounts for all players.

• Battle Stage Modes:

  • Lead Only, Drums Only, Vocals Only, and Bass Only gameplay modes.
  • Enhanced scoring mechanics tied to instrument gameplay.

• Instruments as Tools:

  • Equip guitars, basses, keytars, and drumsticks as Pickaxes or Back Blings.
  • Available in the Locker starting v33.20.

Content Creation Guidelines

• Monetization Rules:
  • Eligible Jam Tracks can be monetized for up to seven days after the season’s launch.
  • Eligible Tracks:
    • “Daisy 2.0” by Ashnikko ft. Hatsune Miku.
    • “Miku” by Anamanaguchi ft. Hatsune Miku.
    • “World Is Mine” by ryo (supercell) ft. Hatsune Miku.

Bug Fixes

• General:

  • Fixed low-resolution textures on Nintendo Switch.
  • Corrected Emote order in the Emote Wheel.

• Battle Royale:

  • Resolved incorrect Duel rewards from Daigo.
  • Fixed “Toggle Walk” mode getting stuck.
  • Addressed issues with gifting OG Pass.
  • Ranked Quests now progress as expected.

• Ballistic:

  • Flex Gadgets now granted to players joining after the Buy Phase.

• Lego Fortnite:

  • Fixed Item Spawner and Free Crafting pop-up inconsistencies.
  • Resolved Legendary Forge unlock issues.
  • Backpack icon now displays correctly on Map and Compass.

• Festival:

  • Fixed control issues for Players 2-4 on shared consoles.
  • Resolved Jam Track preview playback errors.
  • Addressed “Choose a Song” HUD bugs.

• Save The World:

  • Fixed issues with “Mission Activation Vote” UI.
  • Resolved first-person camera lock after Ballistic matches.
  • D-Pad commands now function properly after missions.

Download free Fortnite update 1.000.163 for PlayStation 4, PC, and Xbox One.