Fortnite update 3.87 is rolling out on PS4, PC, PS5(version 1.000.099), Xbox One, and PC. According to the official Fortnite 3.87 patch notes, the latest update contains quality of life fixes and improvements. Apart from this, today’s Fortnite version 3.87 also includes new items, game mode and other changes.
Previously, a major Chapter 2 Season 2 update added Doctor Strange, new weapons, features, new LTM modes, map changes, and more. Unfortunately, players are still facing several issues with the game since the last major update.
Today’s Fortnite patch 3.87 will address a few of these issues. Read more details below.
Fortnite Update 3.87 Patch Notes – April 11, 2023
Battle Royale
The wait is over: Fortnite Battle Royale v24.20 brings the arrival ofODM GearandThunder Spearsto the Island! (Speaking of the Island, discover Jaeger’s Family Basement in Anvil Square.)
Also, theEren Jaeger Outfitis now unlockable in the Battle Pass. However, Eren isn’t the only member of the “Special Operations Squad”: pick up theCaptain LeviandMikasa AckermannOutfits available now in the Item Shop!
BATTLE FROM ABOVE: ODM GEAR
Retrievable from the ground, Chests, andScout Regiment Footlockers, put on Omni-Directional Mobility (ODM) Gear. Having this apparatus equipped will give you the ability to grapple in the air and strike opponents below! After attacking with the built-in blades, you’ll immediately boost back into the air so you can grapple elsewhere… or hover and execute another attack.
Think you’ve mastered the ODM Gear? Try knocking downTitan Targetson the Island!
FIGHT EXPLOSIVELY: THUNDER SPEARS
Also retrievable from the ground, Chests, and Scout Regiment Footlockers, Thunder Spears are arm-launched rockets designed to penetrate armored structures, detonating to damage enemies on both sides!
A Scout Regiment Footlocker, where you can find ODM Gear and/or Thunder Spears.
JAEGER’S FAMILY BASEMENT
Jaeger’s Family Basement has appeared on the Island! But just as this basement contains many secrets, its exact location in Anvil Square is a secret too. Find the location of this new nook in Anvil Square.
UNLOCK THE EREN JAEGER OUTFIT IN THE BATTLE PASS
The Eren Jaeger Outfit is now unlockable in the Battle Pass! Complete theEren JaegerBattle Pass Quests in Battle Royale Chapter 4 Season 2 to unlock the Outfit plus other items:
LOADING SCREEN
SPRAY, BACK BLING, EMOTE, AND PICKAXE
EMOTICON, WRAP, BANNER ICON, AND THE EREN JAEGER OUTFIT!
If you own the Chapter 4 Season 2 Battle Pass, The Eren Jaeger Quests are available to complete now in the “Quests” tab. The Quests will remain available until the end of the Season! (The Chapter 4 Season 2Battle Passpurchase is required in order to complete the Eren Jaeger Quests.)
Whether you own the Battle Pass or not, complete an upcoming Week 5 Quest testing your Thunder Spear skills to unlock theCourageous Mikasa Spray, and complete the first of the upcomingTrigger Happy Trialsto unlock theScowling Levi Emoticon. (Please note that you need to complete the preceding “Treasure Hunting” Trials and “Process of Elimination” Trials for the Trigger Happy Trials to be available.)
THE SPECIAL OPERATIONS SQUAD SQUADS UP
Eren Jaeger isn’t alone. Two other members of the Special Operations Squad — Captain Levi and Mikasa Ackermann — are also dropping in! Available in the Item Shop now, pick up their Outfits and more:
CAPTAIN LEVI OUTFIT AND BACK BLING
“In the end, you choose what you choose.”
Included with the Captain Levi Outfit is theTransformation Serum Back Bling, a syringe holding a special serum.
MIKASA ACKERMAN OUTFIT AND BACK BLING
“I’m strong. Real strong. None of you come close.”
A powerful treasure unique to Paradis Island, theOre Light Back Blingis included with the Mikasa Ackermann Outfit.
REGIMENT CLOAK BACK BLING
Represent your regiment with pride. After purchasing theRegiment Cloak Back Blingfrom the Shop, go to your Locker and choose an emblem to display on the back! Each emblem represents one of the following regiments:
- Garrison
- Military Police
- Cadet Corps
- Scout
Check out the Item Shop for even more Special Operations Squad items available!
MORE IN V24.20: DIRT BIKES UNVAULTED
The trail ahead is mega — when you’re not boosting on a Rogue Bike, get back on theDirt Bike!
BALANCE CHANGES
- Unvaulted thePort-A-Bunkerin Zero Build.
- Introduced aRare-rarity Kinetic Blade. With identical damage to the Epic Kinetic Blade, this Rare counterpart has only two Kinetic Dash charges. Rare Kinetic Blades can be found from the ground and Kinetic Blade stands.
- Reduced the max headshot damage of the Mythic Havoc Pump Shotgun.
- Reduced the accuracy and hipfire rate of the Mythic Overclocked Pulse Rifle.
- In Trios and Squads, reduced the number of Mythic Overclocked Pulse Rifles dropped by capturing a rifting-in POI.
- In Trios and Squads, reduced the number of Mythic Havoc Pump Shotguns found inside Vaults.
COMPETITIVE NOTES
- Thunder Spears are not included in Arena or tournaments.
- Dirt Bikes are not included in Arena or tournaments.
MAJOR BUG FIXES
- Fixed an issue that allowed players to retain the healing effect of hot springs.
- Fixed an issue involving rebooted players sometimes appearing invisible to teammates.
New Dirt Bikes
New Weapons
Lock on Pistol
Specialized pistol that locks on to and tracks a target. Exceptionally useful during high speed pursuits.
Kinetic Blade
A masterfully crafted Blade that traps into the physical properties of kinetic ore. Allows the wielder to move greater distance quickly and strike down foes with precise strikes.
Thunder Spears
ODM Gear
New Skins
New Fortnite Loading Screens
General Issues
- Addressed an issue where Stray’s mask appears crooked.
- Fixed a bug where the “Vital” audio track displays the incorrect season in the description.
- Fixed an issue where some Back Bling’s appear to float and appear detached from the Highwire outfit.
- Addressed a bug where the Trunks and branches of some trees move erratically.
Battle Royale
- Fixed an issue where controller inputs don’t work on PC when spectating.
- Addressed a bug where firing a weapon while sprinting and jumping may not register the hit.
Creative Mode
- Fixed an issue where damage not taken in Creative edit mode.
Mobile
- Fixed an issue where some players using Android devices are unable to load into Creative maps.
Changes
- Reduced the accuracy and hipfire rate of the Mythic Overclocked Pulse Rifle.
- Reduced the accuracy and hipfire rate of the Mythic Overclocked Pulse Rifle.
- In Trios and Squads, reduced the number of Mythic Overclocked Pulse Rifles dropped by capturing a rifting-in POI.
- In Trios and Squads, reduced the number of Mythic Havoc Pump Shotguns found inside Vaults.
Save The World
EVENT AND WEEKLY STORE
COTTONTAIL EAGLE EYE – APRIL 12 AT 8 PM ET
“DON’T touch the eggs.” – Cottontail Eagle Eye
- Standard Perk:Un-Eggs-Pected Departure
- Phase Shift leaves3egg bombs, each dealing18base damage to nearby enemies.
- Commanders Perk:Un-Eggs-Pected Departure+
- Phase Shift leaves3eggs bombs, each dealing55base damage to nearby enemies.
RABBIT RAIDER JONESY – APRIL 12 AT 8 PM ET
“It’s okay, the mask doesn’t mess with my aim.” – Rabbit Raider Jonesy
- Standard Perk:Sure Shot
- Increases Sniper Critical Damage by75%.
- Commanders Perk:Sure Shot+
- Increases Sniper Critical Damage by225%.
DASHING HARE KEN – APRIL 19 AT 8 PM ET
“It’s time for these Husks to meet the Eggs-terminator.” – Dashing Hare Ken
Standard Perk:Eggs-termination
- Kunai Storm throws3egg bombs, each dealing37base damage to nearby enemies.
Commander Perk:Eggs-termination+
- Kunai Storm throws3egg bombs, each dealing111base damage to nearby enemies.
EASTER EGG LAUNCHER – APRIL 19 AT 8 PM ET
This colorful launcher lobs eggs that explode when the Husks contact!! Strategically place the eggs to create festive landmines. A maximum of six eggs can be active at a time.
BUNNY BRAWLER LUNA – APRIL 26 AT 8 PM ET
“Be sure to hop into the action” – Bunny Brawler Luna
- Standard Perk:Eggs-plosive Entrance
- Shockwave drops3egg bombs, each dealing54base damage to nearby enemies.
- Commander Perk:Eggs-plosive Entrance+
- Shockwave drops3egg bombs, each dealing162base damage to nearby enemies.
BUG FIXES
A number of bug fixes were included in the v24.20 game update, including:
- Fixed an issue with thePhase Shift Forward+Commander Perk that prevented it from applying the 140% movement speed increase when used.
- Fixed an issue where players would receive a generic Network Connection Lost message when loading into a Save the World mission without it installed.
- Fixed an issue where the audio wouldn’t play during videos before and after the tutorial.
- Fixed an issue where console players could not see duplicate perks on Defenders.
- Fixed an issue where the Hoverboard could appear invisible when players mounted it.
- Fixed an issue where the Riot Shield Husky would leave the shield in the world after being eliminated.
Download free Fortnite update 3.87 for PlayStation 4, PC, and Xbox One.
