Fortnite update 4.31 (Version 1.000.143) is available to download on PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and PC. According to the official Fortnite 4.31 patch notes, Disney’s Pirates of the Caribbean joins Fortnite with the “Cursed Sails” event. Players reboot if one team member survives. Today’s Fortnite patch 4.31 also adds new areas, quests, and rewards until August 6. Unlock the Jack Sparrow Outfit, use Pirate Cannons, and hunt buried treasures.
Fortnite 4.31 Patch Notes – July 23, 2024
Fortnite Battle Royale 4.31
New Features and Locations
- Shipwreck Shallows: Explore new areas and hunt for buried treasure.
- Ship in a Bottle: Unleash a cursed ship from chests, attacking opponents with a spectral vessel.
Unvaulted Items
- Pirate Cannon: Launch yourself or teammates over long distances.
- Buried Treasure: Find maps leading to treasures like the Flint-Knock Pistol.
Cursed Sails Pass
- Free Reward Track: Unlock items like Jack’s Cutlass and Bane Pickaxe, and Jack’s Prize Back Bling.
- Premium Reward Track: Available for 1,000 V-Bucks, includes Jack Sparrow Outfit, extra rewards like Jack Sparrow’s Sword Pickaxe, Jack’s Compass Back Bling, and the Cursed Jack Sparrow Outfit.
Pirate Codes Quests
- Unlock Map Pieces: Complete quests to unlock Jack’s Ship Glider.
- Quest Schedule:
- Pirate Code One: Live now
- Pirate Code Two: July 21 at 9 AM ET
- Pirate Code Three: July 23 at 9 AM ET
- Pirate Code Four: July 25 at 9 AM ET
- Pirate Code Five: July 27 at 9 AM ET
- Pirate Code Six: July 29 at 9 AM ET
- Pirate Code Seven: July 31 at 9 AM ET
- Pirate Code Eight: August 2 at 9 AM ET
Item Shop Additions
- Elizabeth Swann Pack: Includes Outfit, Dead Man’s Chest Back Bling, and Elizabeth’s Favor Pickaxe.
- Captain Barbossa Pack: Includes Outfit and Barbossa’s Sword Pickaxe.
- Davy Jones Pack: Includes Outfit, Lil Kraken Back Bling, and Norrington’s Sacrifice Pickaxe.
- Pirates of the Caribbean Bundle: Includes all packs and Davy’s Pipe Organ Emote. Available until August 6 at 8 PM ET.
Tournament Notes
- Exclusions: Ship in a Bottle, Pirate Cannon, Buried Treasure, and Flint-Knock Pistol are not included in tournaments.
Rocket Racing
Rocket Racing’s “Inferno Island” update brings new volcanic tracks, a Casual Racing playlist, and a rank reset. Unlock the Lockjaw Starter Quest Pack, and race on five new Epic-made tracks and two 404 Creative tracks. Enjoy major improvements and bug fixes for a smoother racing experience.
Rocket Racing – Inferno Island Update
Event Overview
- Start Date: July 23, 2024
- New Tracks: Obsidian, Seafoam Cove, Skull Rock Isle, Twin Flame Island, Azure Grotto, Lavish Lagoon, Basalt Burrow
New Tracks
- Obsidian: Novice difficulty, Bronze I in Ranked Racing.
- Seafoam Cove: Novice difficulty, Bronze I in Ranked Racing.
- Skull Rock Isle: Novice difficulty, Silver I in Ranked Racing.
- Twin Flame Island: Advanced difficulty, Gold I in Ranked Racing.
- Azure Grotto: Advanced difficulty, Gold I in Ranked Racing.
- Lavish Lagoon: Novice difficulty, Silver I in Ranked Racing.
- Basalt Burrow: Expert difficulty, Platinum I in Ranked Racing.
New Playlist
- Casual Racing Playlist: Race without affecting rank, ideal for warm-ups and casual play.
Rank Reset
- New Ranked Period: Based on previous finishing rank. Start at higher ranks if you performed well previously.
Lockjaw Starter Quest Pack
- Availability: July 25, 8 PM ET, for $9.99 USD.
- Includes:
- Lockjaw Car Body
- 4 Lockjaw Decals
- Cinder Outfit (with Fortnite and LEGO Styles)
- Lockjaw Quest Bundle
- Unlockable Wheels and Decals
Major Improvements, Adjustments, and Bug Fixes
Changes and Additions
- General: Thrusters now apply at least 30% upward force when diving.
- Weekly Quests: “Inferno Island” Quests added.
Ranked Rewards
- New Rewards: Sonic Boom Boost, Sonic Boom Trail, and golden rewards.
Bug Fixes
- Speed Run: Fixed ghost car appearance and spawn issues.
- Locker Issues: Fixed missing Standard Boost, appearance of side thrusters, and preview issues for various car bodies and accessories.
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 4.31 will address a few of these issues.
Download free Fortnite update 4.31 for PlayStation 4, PC, and Xbox One.
