A Fortnite live event is scheduled to happen this weekend, with a countdown already visible on the map teasing what’s to come at the end of Chapter 5 Season 3. While Epic Games has not provided any official details about the event, the appearance of the countdown suggests that something significant will take place this weekend. The countdown surfaced on the map after the release of update 30.40, which is the final update of the season before Chapter 5 Season 4 begins. Despite a recent decrease in Fortnite live events, Chapter 5 has seen a resurgence, with each season featuring its own event. Season 1 had the Pandora’s Box event, Season 2 brought the Sandstorm event, and now Season 3 is wrapping up with an event this weekend.
Although the Fortnite live event was initially expected to coincide with the end of Season 3 next week, it has actually been moved up and will end slightly earlier than anticipated. While there is no official information about what the event will involve, leaks and data miners have uncovered clues about what to expect, including potential map changes post-event.
The Fortnite live event is scheduled for 7pm BST / 2pm EDT / 10am PDT on Saturday, August 10. This time has been determined based on the in-game countdown that will reach zero at that exact moment. The countdown is visible on the map, with a holographic timer projected at Brutal Beachhead, a location introduced this season when a ship crashed into the island. The Nitro pipeline from Redline Rig has been inching closer to the Leviathan ship, indicating what might happen during the event.
Chapter 5 Season 3 introduced the Nitro-fueled Leviathan ship crash landing on the island, with Megalo Don overseeing the establishment of a pipeline from Redline Rig to the ship. The pipeline was completed in update 30.40, and the appearance of the countdown signals the upcoming live event. Leaks have hinted at the potential involvement of Pandora’s Box, with speculation about the return of Doctor Doom and the appearance of the enigmatic Wanderer. Fans are eagerly anticipating the post-live event quests and possible map transformations, with a focus on Pandora’s Box.
Overall, the Fortnite live event promises to be an exciting experience for players, with hints of new challenges, characters, and map changes to look forward to. The event is sure to draw in fans eager to see what Epic Games has in store for the end of Chapter 5 Season 3.