Fortnite Update 4.59 Patch Notes (V34.10) – March 11, 2025

Fortnite update 4.59 (V34.10) is available to download on PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and PC. According to the official Fortnite 4.59 patch notes, the latest update v34.10 improves matchmaking by ensuring full 5v5 lobbies, fixes elim-trading, resolves camera and movement bugs, and addresses multiple visual issues. Today’s Fortnite patch 4.59 also fixes multiple gameplay and UI issues across Fortnite modes, including cosmetic unlocks, plant growth visuals in LEGO Fortnite, and missing UI elements in Rocket Racing and Mobile.

Fortnite update 4.59 Patch Notes – March 11, 2025

General Fixes

• Batman Comic Book Cape: Fixed animation issues in Performance Mode.

Fortnite x Shohei Ohtani – Battle Royale / Reloaded / OG

• Ranked Cosmetics: Styles now unlock correctly when ranking up.
• Campfires: No longer take damage or get destroyed after being lit.
• Vending Machines: Menu no longer closes after purchase.

Shohei Ohtani Outfits & Accessories

Available in the Shop on March 17, the Shohei Ohtani collection includes:

• Shohei Ohtani Outfit – Features three Styles: Home (white), Away (grey), and LEGO Style.
• Decoy Back Bling – A bobblehead based on Shohei’s dog, Decoy.
• Trusty Two-Way Pickaxe – Inspired by a pitching machine.

Samurai Shohei Outfit & Gear

A nod to the Tokyo Series, Samurai Shohei arrives with:

• Reactive Samurai Shohei Outfit – Pitching arm glows fiery after eliminations.
• Samurai Screamer Back Bling – Turns fiery with eliminations.
• Baseball Batana Pickaxe – A baseball bat turned into a katana.

Exclusive Emotes

• Doggy Dingers Emote – Shohei’s dog throws baseballs for you to hit.
• Hey Batter Batter Emote – Replicates Shohei’s “magic wand” routine.

All items are available individually or as part of the Shohei Ohtani Bundle.

Shohei Ohtani Cup – March 15

Compete in a Solo Battle Royale tournament for a chance to unlock the Samurai Shohei Outfit early.

• Top players in each region earn the Outfit.
• Play up to 10 matches within a 3-hour time window.
• Earn points based on placement and eliminations.
• Eliminations grant 2 points each.

Match Placement Points

• Victory Royale: 60 points
• 2nd – 50th place: Points decrease incrementally.

Requirements:

• Two-Factor Authentication enabled.
• Account Level 50+ required.
• Cabined Accounts are ineligible.

Check the “Compete” tab in-game for regional event times.

Shohei Ohtani Quests – March 18

Celebrate Shohei’s historic 50/50 season with baseball-themed Quests in Week 4:

• Finish 3 matches in the Top 17.
• Eliminate 3 players from beyond 50 meters.
• Throw 17 items.
• Deal 54 damage with The Kneecapper.
• Slide continuously for 59 units of distance.

Complete Quests to earn XP and progress in the Battle Pass.

LEGO Fortnite – Brick Life Updates (March 11)

Soccer Arrives!

• Play soccer at the new field across from Bobom Milk Tea.
• Score more goals than other players in 90 seconds to win.
• Rewards: 1,000 Creds and a trophy for your home.
• Play anytime, as it’s not limited to a daily activity.

React to Homes

• Leave reactions on homes via mailboxes.
• Earn 50 Creds for the first reaction on each home.
• Reactions are visible from afar.

Mailbox Item Storage

• Items earned or bought are sent to your mailbox if your inventory is full.
• Access your items from public mailboxes if needed.

45-Degree Decoration Placement

• Decorations can now be placed at 45-degree angles for more customization.

LEGO Fortnite Odyssey Updates (March 25)

Recycler Station

• Recycle crafted items to regain materials.
• Unlock the Recycler by building or using a Stone Breaker.

Wall Mount Changes

• Place non-holdable items like Charms and resources on Wall Mounts.
• Items like Lightsabers and Illuminators can be turned on/off from the Wall Mount.
• Wall Mount moves to the Utility section of the Build menu.

New Sprint Attack & Sprint Jump

• Sprint Attack – Charge at enemies for a powerful strike.
• Sprint Jump – Adds extra height and momentum to your jump.

Jump Attack Improvements

• Clearer hit visuals and fixed hit registration issues.

Advanced Weapons Journal

• Tracks craftable weapons.
• Unlock journal by refining materials or interacting with crafting stations.

Villager Dialogue Updates

• Villagers may now initiate conversations with speech bubbles.

Storm Safety Fixes

• Players stuck in the storm will be teleported to a safe area instead of getting stuck.

Thunderclap Blade Changes

• Hits charge the projectile attack faster.
• Spin animation removed for quicker execution.
• Higher damage scaling for charged attacks.

Improved Shield Responsiveness

• Shields now raise faster for better defense in combat.

Goldrush Gallery LEGO Pass (March 11 – May 2, 2025)

Rebel Oro Outfit & More Rewards

• Unlock the Rebel Oro Outfit instantly by purchasing the pass (1,400 V-Bucks) or via Fortnite Crew.
• Earn XP to unlock Carmine Rosso Outfit and other premium rewards.

Exclusive Decor Bundles

• Oro’s Abode Bundle – Gold-themed home decor.
• Welding Essentials Bundle – Industrial-style decorations.
• Golden Peel Gallery Bundle – Art-inspired furniture.

Emotes & Extras

• Loot Stash Emote – Celebrate your wealth.
• Tragedy! Emote – Express misfortune.

Returning LEGO Kits (March 12)

• Durrr Burger Bundle
• Beachy Boardwalk Bundle
• Mage’s Favorites Bundle

Bug Fixes

• Plant Growth Display: Fixed inaccurate regrowth visuals; plants can still be harvested when fully grown.
• Journal Tasks: Some tasks not completing visually, but progression is unaffected. Affected tasks:
  • Craft a Common Axe
  • Eat a Raspberry
  • Dodge 3 times
  • Craft a Pickaxe
  • Gather Granite
  • Craft an Uncommon Sword

Rocket Racing

• Speed Run Issue: Fixed missing ‘End Run’ button for controller players.

Save The World

• Respawn Location: Players now correctly respawn at the Banner Gadget (Level 4+).
• Quest Log Pinning: Fixed inability to pin quests.
• Resource Count: HUD now correctly displays recently picked up resources.
• Daily Bonus Goals: Fixed issue where they did not contribute to Quest Pack progress.

Mobile

• Toggle Zoom Button: Adjusted placement to avoid obstruction in scope lens.
• Net Debug Stats: Fixed duplicate display issue.

Ballistic 34.10

Matchmaking & Gameplay Updates

• Matches will only begin when both teams are full (5v5) to prevent uneven starts. If the lobby doesn’t fill, all players will be sent back to matchmaking.
• Improved server/client data exchange to prevent elim-trading, ensuring players can’t eliminate each other at the same time.

Bug Fixes & Improvements

Camera & Movement Fixes

• Fixed an issue where players could lose camera control unexpectedly.
• Resolved a bug where sliding visual and sound effects would persist after sliding.
• Polished left and right movement animations for smoother transitions.

Weapon & Visual Fixes

• Fixed an issue where weapons with optics appeared higher than those without.
• Resolved a bug where light reflections on weapons were incorrect when rounding corners.
• Fixed a visual bug where eliminated players showed full HP in the spectator player bar.
• Resolved an issue where weapon attachments disappeared if the player stood too close to a wall.
• Fixed a flashbang-related visual issue on mobile devices.
• Addressed a visual inconsistency with weapon recoil.

UI & Technical Fixes

• Fixed a typo in the “Time’s Up” message at the end of a round.
• Implemented several technical performance improvements for better stability.

Upcoming in April – Ballistic Early Access Update

• New Maps: Two “shell” maps with fully designed layouts but minimal environmental details to allow for faster updates based on player feedback.
• New Weapons & Gadgets: Additional equipment will be introduced in April.
• Map Iteration: Continuous improvements to Skyline 10 based on player feedback.

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 4.59 will address a few of these issues.

Download free Fortnite update 4.59 for PlayStation 4, PC, and Xbox One.