The Fortnite 2.72 update patch notes (12.61) are here, with the new patch currently rolling out across PC, PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, iOS, and Android platforms today, May 26. As you probably would expect, the new Fortnite update needs a maintenance period, which is scheduled to start at 2 AM ET (6 AM UTC). This normally lasts around 1-2 hours, so get comfortable! Once those servers are back up, you’ll be able to dive into the game to check out the new changes.
Fortnite 2.72 Update Patch Notes (12.61) | Full list (Official)
If you don’t see the Fortnite 2.72 update begin to download and install automatically, you can force it using your system’s “Check for update” function on console, phone, or PC to search for any new patches. This should force the download process to begin, bringing you closer to checking out the latest changes.
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Here are the known issues addressed by the Fortnite 2.72 update:
Storm the Agency
New Challenges arrive this week for XP and the chance to earn a new Wrap, Pickaxe, and Glider. You can also gift a free loading screen to a friend.
We’re planning to push Storm the Agency live at 10 AM ET after 12.61 releases.
PC Controller Adjustments
More controller adjustments incoming. We’re keeping an eye on things and will keep you posted on new updates.
Fortnite 2.72 Update Patch Notes (12.61) | Datamine files
The new Fortnite 2.72 update contains more changes that aren’t detailed in the Community Trello patch notes. Thankfully, the Fortnite community is home to many talented dataminers, who dive deep into new builds of the game to find out other hidden Fortnite changes there are.
Here's a look at the upcoming items added with #Fortnite v12.61. pic.twitter.com/ZdcbrY4MMP
— Fortnite News (@FortniteBR) May 26, 2020
event-spoiler
Two sound files for the event!
– Countdown
– Storm Wall Collide Woosh pic.twitter.com/Q4rQXuFg5e— FortTory – Fortnite leaks & news (@FortTory) May 26, 2020
The New Loading screen ! pic.twitter.com/6PCalTSNDu
— FortTory – Fortnite leaks & news (@FortTory) May 26, 2020
Potential Spoiler
Yep, we going underwater. pic.twitter.com/uUasQnn0t1
— iFireMonkey (@iFireMonkey) May 26, 2020
New Agency HLOD's pic.twitter.com/6w5xyuJrg5
— iFireMonkey (@iFireMonkey) May 26, 2020
POTENTIAL SPOILER:
Here are the Feedback files relating to the event. pic.twitter.com/FsKEVZwBmf
— iFireMonkey (@iFireMonkey) May 26, 2020
''The Device"
"Midas’ Masterplan is ready to unfold."
— FortTory – Fortnite leaks & news (@FortTory) May 26, 2020
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