Fortnite Update 5.00 Patch Notes (Update v39.40) – February 5, 2026

Fortnite update 5.00 (v39.40) is available to download on PS4, Xbox One, and PC. According to the official Fortnite 5.00 patch notes, the latest update 39.40 introduces a Valentine’s Day event with themed quests and cosmetics, multiple crossover waves arrive including Honkai Star Rail, Marvel Rivals Wave 2, K-Pop Demon Hunters, and Chappell Roan. Today’s Fortnite version 5.00 also includes numerous crossover waves, returning gameplay items, and weapon balancing. The South Park Mini-Pass concludes while menu navigation receives improvements.

Fortnite patch 39.40 Patch Notes – February 5, 2026

Valentine’s Day Event

Holiday Content

  • Introduces Valentine’s Day celebration with heart-themed quests and island decorations.

  • Adds limited-time challenges rewarding themed cosmetics and XP.

Valentine’s Day Cosmetics

  • Releases a pink-styled original skin in the Item Shop alongside additional themed items.

Major Crossovers and Skins

Honkai Star Rail Collaboration

  • Adds teased weapons and character-inspired gear from Honkai Star Rail.

Marvel Rivals Wave 2

  • Returns characters such as Luna Snow and Magik.

  • Includes themed items like a Jam Track and Soulsword.

K-Pop Demon Hunters Wave 2

  • Brings back characters including Jinu and the Saja Boys.

  • Introduces new skin variants.

Chappell Roan Crossover

  • Features Chappell Roan as Fortnite Festival Season 13 headliner.

  • Provides two outfits and music-themed items.

Gameplay and Item Adjustments

Friend Zone Bubble

  • Reintroduces Friend Zone Bubble with its unique bubble effects.

Weapon and Loot Balancing

  • Applies general weapon balance changes.

  • Includes potential buffs to Shockwave Grenades and loot distribution adjustments.

Season and Map Updates

South Park Mini-Pass Conclusion

  • Ends South Park-themed Mini-Pass and removes associated cosmetics.

Discover Menu Changes

  • Updates layout for improved visibility of game modes.

General Fixes

  • Adjusted mantling and hurdling audio to intended volume levels.

  • Resolved an issue causing Emote Wheel and Loadout settings to reset after leaving Crown Jam.

  • Corrected missing audio visualization after playing Crown Jam.

Battle Royale / Blitz Royale

  • Fixed a problem preventing some players from rebooting their Squad mates.

  • Corrected an issue where weapon audio became very quiet or missing after a Creative match.

LEGO Fortnite

  • Jukeboxes now play the selected music instead of random tracks.

Fortnite Mobile

  • Restored missing vehicle buttons when using older HUD layouts.

  • Adjusted unexpectedly high sensitivity on certain iPad Pro 11″ models.

Previously, a major Fortnite update 4.93 (36.00) added quality-of-life improvements and fixes. Unfortunately, players are still facing several issues with the game. Today’s Fortnite version 5.00 will address a few of these issues.

Download free Fortnite update 39.40 for PlayStation 4, PC, and Xbox One.

Jack Johnson
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