Fortnite server status check
The gist
Fortnite servers went offline for patch 42.40 on Oct 15, 2026.
The exact return time isn't confirmed, so check Epic's status page.
How it unfolded
- Oct 8, 2026Appuals publishes a guide on fixing the Fortnite "Servers Not Responding" error, noting the message appears when the game has not received a usable reply from Epic's login or game services.
- Oct 15, 2026 9:30 AM CESTMatchmaking ends ahead of the update, with server maintenance expected to begin in 30 minutes.
- Oct 15, 2026 10:00 AM CESTFortnite servers go offline for patch 42.40 and server maintenance starts.