Fortnite Update 4.61 Patch Notes for PS4, PC & Xbox – March 25, 2025

Fortnite update 4.61 (v34.20) is available to download on PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and PC. According to the official Fortnite 4.61 patch notes, the latest update v34.20 introduces Fortnite OG Chapter 1 Season 3 with Lucky Landing, the looming Meteor event, and the beloved 50v50 LTM. Classic weapons like the Guided Missile and Hand Cannon return, while a new OG Pass offers nostalgic rewards. Today’s Fortnite patch 4.61 also includes a long list of bug fixes.

Fortnite update 4.61 Patch Notes – March 25, 2025

OG 50v50 Limited-Time Mode

• Available until April 14 at 9 AM ET.

• Two 50-player teams battle for victory in large-scale combat.

• Originally the first-ever Fortnite LTM, debuting in 2017.

Lucky Landing & Meteor Event

Lucky Landing Returns

• A classic Chapter 1 POI featuring intricate architecture and cherry blossoms.

• Ideal for close-quarters combat with plenty of loot.

The Meteor is Coming

• Later in the season, the meteor will appear and progressively get closer.

• A nod to the event that kicked off Fortnite’s original storyline.

Returning Weapons & Items

Now Available

• Guided Missile – Remotely control an explosive rocket.

• Hand Cannon – High-damage sidearm for precise shots.

• Hunting Rifle – A no-scope marksman’s weapon.

Coming Soon

• Remote Explosives – Stick and detonate at will.

• Heavy Shotgun – A precise, mid-range shotgun.

• Port-A-Fort – Instantly deploy a metal fortress.

• Light Machine Gun – Suppressing fire and build-shredding power.

• Clingers – Sticky explosive plungers.

Additional Features

• Supply Llamas and Vending Machines return.

• Zero Build mode now allows trap placement on the landscape.

Loot Pool Carryover from Season 2

• Includes classic weapons like the Pump Shotgun, Scoped Assault Rifle, Bolt-Action Sniper, Rocket Launcher, and items like Boogie Bomb, Slurp Juice, Chug Jug, Launch Pad, and more.

Chapter 1 Season 3 OG Pass

Rewards & Tiers

• 45 tiers of free and premium rewards inspired by Chapter 1 Season 3.

• Purchase for 1,000 V-Bucks or access via Fortnite Crew.

• Earn XP to unlock Outfits, Back Blings, Pickaxes, and Gliders.

Premium Outfits

• Power Punk – Unlocks instantly upon purchase, includes a toggleable helmet.

• Mecha R3X – A robotic take on the classic dinosaur theme.

• Sir Raven – A knightly version of the original Raven Outfit.

Other Unlockables

• The Rebel Pickaxe – Inspired by Power Chord.

• Horizon Rider Glider – A wild ride through the skies.

• Fowl Mantle Back Bling – A cape of feathers for a striking look.

New Map: Hammer Fall

A new medieval-inspired map, Hammer Fall, arrives with v34.30 on April 8. It features:

• Tight lanes and vertical gameplay for tactical engagements.

• Early shell map release – No environmental art at launch, allowing for layout feedback before final touches.

Weapon Balance Changes

Hammer Pump Shotgun

• Fire rate slightly increased

• Significantly higher point-blank damage

Frenzy Auto Shotgun

• Increased point-blank damage

• Boosted mid-range damage

Thunder Burst SMG

• Slight damage increase

• Fire rate slightly increased

Striker AR

• Damage falloff starts sooner

Economy Adjustments

• Reaper Sniper Rifle – Cost reduced from 4700 → 4500 Credits

• Striker AR – Cost increased from 2500 → 2700 Credits

• Nemesis AR – Cost increased from 2500 → 2700 Credits

• Drum Gun – Cost reduced from 3500 → 3200 Credits

Early Access Development Update

Upcoming Features & Fixes

• New maps, weapons, and gadgets coming soon

• Starter pistol options expanding in future updates

• AFK player solutions – A surrender option is in development (expected early summer)

• HUD customization – Future updates may include crosshair options

• Inventory management – Improvements in progress

• First-person experience refinements – Ongoing fixes for smoother gameplay

Community Feedback Focus

Epic Games is actively seeking player feedback on:

• Weapons and gadgets

• Credit economy

• Gameplay adjustments

The next update, releasing April 8, will address feedback and upcoming changes.

Improvements and Fixes – v34.20

Gameplay

• The Bubble Shield will now collapse if it accumulates more than 600 damage before the six-second time limit.
• The Recon Grenade can now be destroyed.
• Enemy Recon Grenades now pulse red.
• The Smoke Grenade now deploys smoke more quickly.
• Fixed an issue where players were not notified when tagged by a Recon Grenade.
• Fixed an issue where players were unable to mantle unless looking directly at the ledge they were attempting to mantle.
• Fixed an issue where the Rift Point Device could sometimes not be picked up or planted after the first round.
• Fixed an issue where players were unable to jump through the window of Skyline 10’s Sushi Bar if standing too close to the wall.
• Fixed an issue on consoles where players were sometimes unable to select gadgets.

Visual Issues

• Fixed an issue where crouching and moving backwards made players clip into the camera.
• Fixed an issue where players would clip into the camera when landing from a fall while aiming down sights with certain weapons.
• Fixed an issue where weapon scopes seemed to disappear when sliding.
• Fixed an issue where the camera jittered after mantling an object.
• Fixed an issue where the Drum Gun’s aim down sights animation was too fast.
• Fixed an issue where attackers appeared at the defender’s spawn point before spawning at the correct spawn point.
• Fixed an issue where the text chat prompt didn’t show the unread indicator.
• Fixed an issue where the Rift Point Device’s planting animation was not displayed for spectators observing the device planter.
• Fixed an issue that displayed teammates’ Health as 0 when spectating.

Other Issues

• Fixed an issue where players were sometimes unable to close the map screen.
• Fixed an issue where players were able to walk and shoot during the victory screen.
• Fixed an issue with the “Play Matches” Quest so that it properly progresses after playing two matches of Ranked Ballistic.
• Fixed an issue where the countdown timer sometimes ended after two seconds instead of 25 seconds during the Buy Phase.
• Fixed an issue in the Ballistic Lobby where party leaders remained in a non-ready state despite clicking the “Ready” button if any of the party members were in a non-ready state.
• Fixed an issue where a player’s rank progression sometimes did not move after winning a Ranked match.
• Made fixes aimed at reducing crashes.
• Fixed an issue on mobile where a second “Scoreboard” button appeared on the screen.

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 4.61 will address a few of these issues.

Download free Fortnite update 4.61 for PlayStation 4, PC, and Xbox One.