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Fortnite update 6.10 confirmed with patch notes and downtime news by Epic Games (Pic: EPIC GAMES)
Fortnite fans don't have to wait long for new content to arrive in game, with more coming Tuesday morning for all players on PS4, Xbox One, PC, Nintendo Switch and Mobile.
The announcement for the games big new content update was revealed on Twitter by Epic Games official Fortnite Twitter account.
Unlike past weeks which have seen the weekly update drop on Wednesday, we now know for sure that the next Fortnite update 6.10 will be released on October 16, and will require some downtime.
According to the official Fortnite Twitter account, Servers will go offline at around 9am in the UK and will likely remain offline until the scheduled maintenance has been completed.
As per the usual, Epic Games plan to share patch notes when Fortnite goes down. So there's something to look forward to.
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When it comes to the content for the new update, we also have a pretty decent idea already one of the new features coming to the game later today, a brand new vehicle in the form of the Quadcrasher.
This new four-wheeled monster was revealed previously by an in-game message. However, the wording of Fortnite's latest announcement has kinda hinted, or practically revealed, that it will be coming later today.
Here's the official message from Epic Games, which reads: “Get revved up! Patch v6.10 rolls out tomorrow, Tuesday, October 16.
"Patch Notes will be available once downtime begins at 4 AM ET (0800 GMT)."
Beyond the Quadcrasher we're mainly just speculating as to the possible changes, but there are a few possible new features that could be rolled out.
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The Quadcrasher is coming TODAY! (Pic: EPIC GAMES)
Fortnite Gifting
The Fortnite Gifting system was leaked quite a few months ago, but the feature has remained dormant until a few days ago when we got our first proper in-game footage of it in action within Fortnite Battle Royale.
Over the weekend one Fortnite leaker, @The1Jaren, revealed footage on Twitter which showed a short video showing exactly how the gifting system could and should work in the game.
From the looks of the video, you should be able to gift players from within the item shop and send to multiple people at once. Although it does look like there are some limitations, namely how often you can send gifts. You can also personalise your gift with a custom message.
There's still no details on when this gifting feature could be released, but with leakers finding this new content over the weekend, who's to say it won't be rolled out as part of this new update?
Fortnite Tournaments
This new Tournaments mode feature has already been announced on Monday evening and from the sounds of the announcement it will also form a key part of the new update.
It's also nailed on to arrive with the new update, as that's precisely what the latest blog post said in the opening line. Here's what Epic said.
"With the release of v6.10, were excited to introduce In-Game Tournaments which will be located in the new Events section of Fortnite Battle Royale.
"In-Game Tournaments are open to everyone and provide an opportunity for every player to compete directly alongside the pros for prizes and glory. Note that all players must opt-in for crossplay to participate in competitive events.
For more info on the new Tournaments mode, click here.
Fortnite 6.10 Update – Anything Else?
On top of everything mentioned previously, we should see the usual array of bug fixes for both Fortnite Battle Royale and Fortnite Save the World.
Keep reading to take a look at some of the main bugs which the Trello board has marked as 'fixed in the next release'.
This isn't to say they'll definitely be included in the next patch. But there's a pretty decent chance.
Battle Royale 'fixed' Issues:
- Floating Island appears in the wrong location on mini-map.
- Audio for player eliminations is the same audio used for rotating structures.
- Unrendered Starter Island may appear during the loading screen.
- Occasional audio "pops" on Xbox and PC.
- Items no longer float on water at Loot Lake.
Save the World 'fixed' Issues:
- Unable to use certain energy abilities after reviving.
- Riot Husky does not trigger traps
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