Fortnite Version 4.50 Patch Notes for PS4 (PS5 Version 1.000.161)

Fortnite update 4.50 is available to download on PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and PC. According to the official Fortnite 4.50 patch notes, the latest update brings minor tweaks and gameplay changes. In addition, Fortnite patch 4.50 also includes stability fixes.

Fortnite 4.50 Patch Notes (PS5 Version 1.000.161)

  • Added stability fixes.
  • Added gameplay performance improvements.

Patch Notes for Fortnitemares 2024

Fortnitemares Event Duration

  • Fortnitemares 2024 runs until the end of Chapter 5, Season 4.

New Explosive Item: Boom Billy

  • Boom Billy: Throw mini Billy puppets that ride tricycles towards the nearest enemy and explode on impact.
  • Available from ground loot, Chests, or by defeating Billy the Puppet at Freaky Fields.

Jigsaw’s Challenge

  • Challenge: Engage in a duel with another player from a monitor.
  • Explosive Masks: Participants wear explosive bear masks.
  • Rewards: Earn Boom Billy, Witch Broom, and other loot for eliminating your target.

Chainsaw Weapon

  • New Weapon: Pick up a Chainsaw from the ground or Chests.
  • Use it to hack enemies or rev it for fast movement.

Unvaulted Items

  • Wood Stake Shotgun: Fires wooden stakes for damage.
  • Pumpkin Launcher: Shoots explosive jack-o’-lanterns.
  • Witch Broom: Allows players to fly and glide down.

Quest Rewards

  • Complete Fortnitemares XP Quests to unlock new rewards:
    • 1 Quest: Fangler Bass
    • 3 Quests: Horde’s War Wheel Back Bling
    • 7 Quests: Jack-o’-Drifter Contrail
    • 11 Quests: The Great Scarecrow Glider

Horde Rush LTM

  • Horde Rush Mode: Return of Cube Monsters with Mod Benches.
  • XP Quests: Complete Horde Rush Quests to earn XP and aid in unlocking Fortnitemares rewards.

New Outfits in the Shop

  • Sally and Pumpkin King
  • Mephisto
  • Edward Scissorhands
  • Disney Villains: Maleficent, Captain Hook, and Cruella de Vil.
  • She-Venom and Agony
  • Leatherface
  • Ravemello: Combination of Marshmello and Raven.

Symbiote Cup

  • Event Date: October 22
  • Tournament Mode: Duos competition for a chance to unlock She-Venom and Agony Outfits.
  • Scoring:
    • Victory Royale: 65 points
    • Each elimination: 1 point
  • Requirements: 2FA enabled and Account Level 50 or above to participate.

LEGO FORTNITE 31.40

Split-Screen Mode Now Available!

  • Supported Consoles: PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One.
  • How to Access:
    1. Start LEGO Fortnite and go to the lobby.
    2. Connect the second controller and select a console account (guest accounts not supported).
    3. Link Epic account for access to personal progress (Outfits, Quests, etc.).
    4. Split-screen begins automatically in the Lobby.

Brick or Treat LEGO Pass

  • Free Reward Track:
    • Earn Studs by completing Halloween-themed Quests.
    • Unlock 10 Decor Bundles and the final reward: The Dump on Old Durrr Drive Build.
  • Premium Reward Track:
    • Costs 1,400 V-Bucks and includes 11 additional rewards.
    • Unlock the Andy Fangerson Outfit instantly.
    • Gain spooky Decor Bundles like Frankie’s Laboratory and final reward: The Ruin of Rue Royale.
  • Availability: Progress until December 10, 2024.

Halloween Town Bundle

  • Bundle Price: 1,800 V-Bucks, includes:
    • Halloween Town Hall Build (1,000 V-Bucks individually).
    • Halloween Town Library Decor Bundle (600 V-Bucks individually).
    • Halloween Town Home Decor Bundle (500 V-Bucks individually).
    • Halloween Town Meeting Decor Bundle (400 V-Bucks individually).
  • Additional Content:
    • Sally and Pumpkin King Outfits with LEGO and Fortnite Styles.

Real-Life LEGO Fortnite Sets

  • Available at the LEGO Store:
    • Supply Llama Set
    • Battle Bus Set
    • Durrr Burger Set
    • Peely Bone Set

Improvements and Adjustments

  • Reduced the Tomato Leader’s healing frequency.
  • Added map markers for easier navigation to NaNa Villages.

Rocket Racing v31.40!

Rank Reset

  • Player rank resets based on previous season’s final rank.
  • Start in a higher rank (e.g., Gold, Silver) if you finished strong in the last period.
  • Ranked period ends with v33.00 release.

Quest Updates

Weekly Quests
  • Complete weekly quests to unlock the Mystic Fade Boost in various colors: Grey, Cobalt, Titanium White, Sky Blue.
  • Additional paint colors unlock through Weeks 2–6.
  • Unlock Jam Tracks by completing quests:
    • Week 1: “Inferno Island (Original)”
    • Week 2: “Ocean Breeze Beats”
    • Week 3: “Paradise Pulse”
    • Week 4: “Sizzlin’ Sunshine”
    • Week 5: “Tropical Heat”
Ranked Quests
  • Unlock Starry Boost by reaching Bronze I.
  • Higher ranks unlock more paint colors:
    • Elite: Titanium White
    • Champion: Crimson
    • Unreal: Purple
  • Achieve Platinum I to unlock the Starry Trail in Pink, Orange, and Sky Blue.
Speed Run Time Trials Quests
  • Complete trials on Outpost, Jackrabbit, Seaside Farms, and Cliff Runner 2 until November 8.
  • Unlock Semi-Speed Wheels and their paint variants (Black, Crimson, Forest Green).
  • New quests available from November 8–15, with rewards like Cybernetic Wheels (Lime, Pink, Black).
Nitemare Quests
  • Fortnitemares event quests available until v32.00.
  • No item rewards, but valuable XP for Battle Pass progress.

Additional Updates

Themed Updates
  • v31.40 brings new Ranked periods, quests, and car items.
  • Inferno Island theme ends; new tracks added daily.
Speed Run Leaderboard Reset
  • Speed Run leaderboard reset; aim for top records in Time Trials.

Improvements and Bug Fixes

  • Track textures improved on Seafoam Cove, Bone Cavern, and Pleasant Pitstop (mobile).
  • Bug Fixes:
    • Quest progression tracking issues fixed.
    • Matchmaking errors in private tracks resolved.
    • Fixed player getting stuck on Airborne 2.
    • Ball-R Wheels no longer show unavailable paint colors.
    • Beast Mode Boost equippable without errors.

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 4.50 will address a few of these issues.

Download free Fortnite update 4.50 for PlayStation 4, PC, and Xbox One.

Jack Johnson
Jack Johnson
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