Fortnite update 1.000.198 is available to download on PS5, Xbox, Switch, and PC. According to the official Fortnite 1.000.198 patch notes, Fortnite v37.50 Fortnitemares 2025 introduces Doja Cat’s “Mother of Thorns” event, new horror icons, and the eerie Nitemare Island in Reload. Earn Twitch Drops from October 9–12 and explore the Mixtape Music Pass in Fortnite Festival, featuring 10 Jam Tracks from artists like Doja Cat and Elton John, plus new themed Outfits for Sedona and Jana Pastel. Today’s Fortnite patch 1.000.198 also includes stability fixes.
Fortnite 1.000.198 Patch Notes – October 9, 2025
Fortnitemares 2025 Update – Patch Notes
Fortnitemares 2025 brings Doja Cat as the “Mother of Thorns,” introduces new horror icons to Battle Royale, and launches the eerie Nitemare Island in Reload. Players can unlock exclusive Twitch Drops, while the Fortnite Festival Mixtape Music Pass delivers 10 new Jam Tracks and new performer Outfits.
Battle Royale: The Haunted Reign Begins
Mother of Thorns – Doja Cat Takes Over
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Doja Cat leads Fortnitemares 2025 as the “Mother of Thorns.”
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Horror crossover event features Jason, Wednesday Addams, Scooby-Doo, and Ghost Face.
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Themed gameplay and cosmetics available until November 1.
Reload: Nitemare Island Arrives October 10
New Map – Nitemare Island
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Experience a haunting new Reload battleground.
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Key locations include:
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Spooky Suburbs
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Haunted Hamlet
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Terror Turrets
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Twitch Drops Event
Earn Exclusive Rewards (October 9–12)
Watch Fortnite streams on Twitch to unlock:
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Treat Sack Back Bling – Watch 30 minutes cumulative.
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Treat Axe Pickaxe – Watch 1 hour cumulative.
Fortnite Festival: Mixtape Music Pass
10 New Jam Tracks Released
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Special Season of Fortnite Festival adds the Mixtape Music Pass.
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Perform on the Main Stage, mix on the Jam Stage, and use new music in Battle Royale.
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Jam Tracks now play during Victory Royale or Battle Bus moments.
Premium Tracks
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Doja Cat – “Gorgeous”
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Elton John – “Rocket Man”
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Fall Out Boy – “Champion”
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Joan Jett & The Blackhearts – “I Love Rock N Roll”
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Julia Wolf – “In My Room”
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Motionless In White – “Another Life”
Free Tracks
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Epic Games – “El Paletero”
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Epic Games – “Friendly Fire”
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Epic Games – “On and On (Remix)”
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Epic Games – “Ride”
New Outfits
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Sedona and Jana Pastel join the thorn-covered Main Stage with exclusive Festival-themed skins.
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 1.000.198 will fix a few of these issues.
