Fortnite version 4.71 is available to download on PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and PC. According to the official Fortnite 4.71 patch notes, the latest update 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 update 4.71 also includes a long list of bug fixes.
Fortnite update 4.71 Patch Notes
OG 50v50 Limited-Time Mode
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Available until April 14 at 9 AM ET.
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Two 50-player teams battle for victory in large-scale combat.
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Originally the first-ever Fortnite LTM, debuting in 2017.
Lucky Landing & Meteor Event
Lucky Landing Returns
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A classic Chapter 1 POI featuring intricate architecture and cherry blossoms.
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Ideal for close-quarters combat with plenty of loot.
The Meteor is Coming
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Later in the season, the meteor will appear and progressively get closer.
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A nod to the event that kicked off Fortnite’s original storyline.
Returning Weapons & Items
Now Available
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Guided Missile – Remotely control an explosive rocket.
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Hand Cannon – High-damage sidearm for precise shots.
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Hunting Rifle – A no-scope marksman’s weapon.
Coming Soon
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Remote Explosives – Stick and detonate at will.
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Heavy Shotgun – A precise, mid-range shotgun.
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Port-A-Fort – Instantly deploy a metal fortress.
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Light Machine Gun – Suppressing fire and build-shredding power.
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Clingers – Sticky explosive plungers.
Additional Features
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Supply Llamas and Vending Machines return.
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Zero Build mode now allows trap placement on the landscape.
Loot Pool Carryover from Season 2
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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
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45 tiers of free and premium rewards inspired by Chapter 1 Season 3.
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Purchase for 1,000 V-Bucks or access via Fortnite Crew.
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Earn XP to unlock Outfits, Back Blings, Pickaxes, and Gliders.
Premium Outfits
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Power Punk – Unlocks instantly upon purchase, includes a toggleable helmet.
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Mecha R3X – A robotic take on the classic dinosaur theme.
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Sir Raven – A knightly version of the original Raven Outfit.
Other Unlockables
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The Rebel Pickaxe – Inspired by Power Chord.
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Horizon Rider Glider – A wild ride through the skies.
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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:
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Tight lanes and vertical gameplay for tactical engagements.
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Early shell map release – No environmental art at launch, allowing for layout feedback before final touches.
Weapon Balance Changes
Hammer Pump Shotgun
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Fire rate slightly increased
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Significantly higher point-blank damage
Frenzy Auto Shotgun
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Increased point-blank damage
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Boosted mid-range damage
Thunder Burst SMG
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Slight damage increase
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Fire rate slightly increased
Striker AR
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Damage falloff starts sooner
Economy Adjustments
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Reaper Sniper Rifle – Cost reduced from 4700 → 4500 Credits
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Striker AR – Cost increased from 2500 → 2700 Credits
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Nemesis AR – Cost increased from 2500 → 2700 Credits
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Drum Gun – Cost reduced from 3500 → 3200 Credits
Early Access Development Update
Upcoming Features & Fixes
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New maps, weapons, and gadgets coming soon
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Starter pistol options expanding in future updates
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AFK player solutions – A surrender option is in development (expected early summer)
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HUD customization – Future updates may include crosshair options
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Inventory management – Improvements in progress
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First-person experience refinements – Ongoing fixes for smoother gameplay
Community Feedback Focus
Epic Games is actively seeking player feedback on:
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Weapons and gadgets
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Credit economy
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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 4.71 will address a few of these issues.
Download free Fortnite update 4.71 for PlayStation 4, PC, and Xbox One.
