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
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Introduces Valentine’s Day celebration with heart-themed quests and island decorations.
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Adds limited-time challenges rewarding themed cosmetics and XP.
Valentine’s Day Cosmetics
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Releases a pink-styled original skin in the Item Shop alongside additional themed items.
Major Crossovers and Skins
Honkai Star Rail Collaboration
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Adds teased weapons and character-inspired gear from Honkai Star Rail.
Marvel Rivals Wave 2
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Returns characters such as Luna Snow and Magik.
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Includes themed items like a Jam Track and Soulsword.
K-Pop Demon Hunters Wave 2
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Brings back characters including Jinu and the Saja Boys.
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Introduces new skin variants.
Chappell Roan Crossover
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Features Chappell Roan as Fortnite Festival Season 13 headliner.
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Provides two outfits and music-themed items.
Gameplay and Item Adjustments
Friend Zone Bubble
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Reintroduces Friend Zone Bubble with its unique bubble effects.
Weapon and Loot Balancing
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Applies general weapon balance changes.
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Includes potential buffs to Shockwave Grenades and loot distribution adjustments.
Season and Map Updates
South Park Mini-Pass Conclusion
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Ends South Park-themed Mini-Pass and removes associated cosmetics.
Discover Menu Changes
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Updates layout for improved visibility of game modes.
General Fixes
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Adjusted mantling and hurdling audio to intended volume levels.
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Resolved an issue causing Emote Wheel and Loadout settings to reset after leaving Crown Jam.
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Corrected missing audio visualization after playing Crown Jam.
Battle Royale / Blitz Royale
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Fixed a problem preventing some players from rebooting their Squad mates.
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Corrected an issue where weapon audio became very quiet or missing after a Creative match.
LEGO Fortnite
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Jukeboxes now play the selected music instead of random tracks.
Fortnite Mobile
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Restored missing vehicle buttons when using older HUD layouts.
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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.
