Fortnite Update 4.28 Patch Notes (Version 1.000.040)

Fortnite update 4.28 (Version 1.000.040) is available to download on PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and PC. According to the official Fortnite 4.28 patch notes, the latest update features a Metallica music experience, new Festival Season, enhanced Battle Royale elements, Metallica Cup, new Rocket Racing track, Puppet Master Outfits, and additional Metallica content in the Shop. Today’s Fortnite patch 4.28 also introduces Cozy Mode for easier gameplay and Expert Mode for greater challenges with permanent elimination in Lego Fortnite.

Previously, a major Fortnite update 4.13 added quality-of-life improvements and fixes. Unfortunately, players are still facing several issues with the game. Today’s Fortnite version 4.28 will address a few of these issues.

Read more details below.

Fortnite 4.28 Patch Notes – June 13, 2024

Fortnite Festival Metallica Outfits

Metallica Lights Up Fortnite v30.10 Patch Notes

Metallica: Fuel. Fire. Fury.

  • Immersive Music Experience: Featuring six fan-favorite songs.
  • Showtimes:
    • Saturday, June 22, 2024: 2 PM ET, 5 PM ET, 11 PM ET
    • Sunday, June 23, 2024: 10 AM ET, 2 PM ET, 5 PM ET
  • Content Creators: Share experiences via Support-A-Creator program.

Fortnite Metallica LEGO Styles

Fortnite Festival Season 4

  • Icons: James Hetfield, Lars Ulrich, Kirk Hammett, and Robert Trujillo.
  • PvP Battle Stage: 16 players battle in musical free-for-all.
  • Festival Pass:
    • Free and Premium tracks with in-game rewards.
    • Premium rewards include Metallica Outfits.

Battle Royale Enhancements

  • Ride the Lightning Guitars: Create lightning arcs for mobility and attacks.
  • Metallica Loot Island: Appears mid-match with special loot.
  • Quests: Earn Emote, Loading Screen, and more by completing Metallica Quests until July 2, 2024.

Metallica Cup

  • Competition Date: June 18.
  • Format: Up to ten matches within a three-hour window.
  • Scoring:
    • Victory Royale: 62 points
    • Each Elimination: 1 point
  • Requirements: Two-Factor Authentication and Account Level 15+.

Rocket Racing Track

  • New Track: Thrash Mountain with Metallica’s “Fuel” playing. Fortnite Puppetmaster Decal
  • Unlock: Available at Bronze I in ranked racing.
  • Quests: Earn Backfire Car Body, Puppetmaster Decal, and Chasing Light Wheels. Rocket Racing Backfire Car

Puppet Master Outfits

  • Available: June 13 to August 16, 2024.
  • Outfits: Lars, James, Kirk, and Robert with LEGO Styles.

Additional Content

  • Metallica Tracks in Shop:
    • “Enter Sandman”, “Fuel”, “Master of Puppets”, “Ride the Lightning”, “The Unforgiven”, “Wherever I May Roam”.
  • Metallica Jäger 619 Bundle: Available until June 26, 2024.

LEGO Fortnite v30.10 Patch Notes

New Game Modes

  • Cozy Mode
    • Easier gameplay with friendly guidance from Slumber.
    • Mix of Survival and Sandbox modes.
    • Default settings:
      • Enemies: On
      • Enemy Difficulty: Easy
      • Storm-Wild Enemies: Off
      • Hunger, Temperature, Stamina: Off
      • Player Elimination: Respawn
      • Drop Inventory on Elimination: Off
      • Friendly Creatures, Villagers: On
      • Power System: Off
      • Village Animals Removed on Elimination: Off Fortnite Puppet Master Metallica LEGO Styles
  • Expert Mode
    • Increased difficulty with permanent elimination.
    • Storm-Wild enemies with enhanced stats.
    • Totem of Return and Totem of the Immortal for revival mechanics.
    • Trophies for defeating Storm-Wild Brutes in various regions.
    • Default settings:
      • Enemies: On
      • Enemy Difficulty: Hard
      • Storm-Wild Enemies: On
      • Hunger, Temperature, Stamina: On
      • Player Elimination: Permanent
      • Drop Inventory on Elimination: On
      • Friendly Creatures, Villagers: On
      • Power System: On
      • Village Animals Removed on Elimination: On

Improvements and Fixes

  • Memory and construct limits clarified.
  • Villager cap issues in Rebel Village and Village Hub fixed.
  • Reduced skeleton spawns in Villages.
  • Lava Caves on Star Wars Island now contain Rubies.
  • Improved animal AI around Campfires.
  • Wolves can swim.

New LEGO Styles

  • Additional LEGO Styles for various Outfits added to the Locker.

Download free Fortnite update 4.28 for PlayStation 4, PC, and Xbox One.

Jack Johnson
Jack Johnson
Jack Johnson mainly writes about game-related news and updates. He is a passionate gamer, music lover, and traveler.
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