Fortnite update notes for today's update 10.40: star suburbs, Double XP weekends, and so on.

As if on wheels, Epic released a new patch for Fortnite: Battle Royale. Today's v10.40 update is now operational on all platforms. It introduces another new Rift Zone into the game, launches a new limited-time mode called Zone Wars and makes some weapon and object adjustments. Here is an overview of the release notes.

First, a rift zone transformed the dilapidated neighborhood near Pleasant Park into a starry suburb. Not only has the area been revamped, but shooting stars are landing there as frequently. According to Epic, you can destroy these stars to obtain "powerful objects", including a "weapon never seen before".

A new Solo LTM called Zone Wars is also in progress. Epic describes it as "a simulation of the end-of-game scenario in Battle Royale – but with a condensed mobile zone". There is also a new playlist called The Combine, which allows you to reach the end as quickly as possible while destroying targets.

This week's patch includes an assortment of weapon settings. The Batarang's explosive Batman crossover event now has an audio visualizer icon for nearby signals, and Shield Bubbles now bounces off the other players when they are launched against them. The bouncer trap has not been defeated as well; you can find reservations, vending machines, llamas or loot on the ground.

The patch also implements match changes previously announced by Epic. The game should now better put you in touch with players of similar level. As part of these game changes, Epic will present bots to the game from next season.

Finally, as Season 10 draws to a close, Epic is hosting an XP Double Weekend in the game. From September 27th to September 30th, you'll earn twice as much XP as normal for every game you play, allowing you to cross the last levels of the Battle Pass. If you also need help to meet the challenges that remain, check out our complete guide to the challenges of Season 10.

You can see the patch notes for Fortnite's Battle Royale mode below. Creative and Save the World modes also received new content with this week's update. You can read the full 10.40 update notes on the Epic website.

Fortnite: Battle Royale 10.40 Patch Notes

Time limited modes

Zone Wars

Type of team: Solo | Respawning: Off

A simulation of the end-of-game scenario in Battle Royale – but with a condensed mobile zone! Eliminate competition by avoiding the storm. Random appearances and inventory items make each turn unique.

You can queue up with up to 15 friends.

• Zone Wars: Colosseum
  • Created by Jesgran.
  • Become the ultimate gladiator on an island that resembles the Coliseum. This open-style island requires fast construction.
• Zone Wars: Desert
  • Created by JotaPeGame.
  • Cross a small desert town up to the last circle. A diverse set of weapons and mobility allows for unique gameplay and great gameplay.
• Zone Wars: river downhill
  • Created by Enigma.
  • Stay away from the storm by going down a river in this island with the original style, Zone Wars. Community launch zones and a coherent storm path allow you to become familiar after a few laps.
• Zone Wars: Vortex
  • Created by Zeroyahero.
  • This island brings a unique touch to Zone Wars with its mountainous terrain to cross. The change in elevation from one area to the other can be quite radical!

Weapons and objects

• Explosive Batarang
  • Adding an audio viewer icon for proximity sound signals.
• Shield bubble
  • Shield bubbles will bounce off other players when they are thrown at them.
• Without vault
  • Bouncer
    • Rare trap.
    • Drops in stacks of 3.
    • Found in supply drops, vending machines, llamas and floor booty.
    • Can be placed on floors, walls or ramps / stairs.
    • Provides a boost in a direction perpendicular to its placement.
• Activation of Batarang Gunman Grapnel Gun and Explosive in the Arena and Tournament playlists.

Bug fixes

• Fixed the problem of non-display of vehicle health bars.
• When a Junk Rift object hits a player carrying a Bush, it will no longer damage the player in place of the Bush.
• The use of a grape gun to enter a fault zone will no longer prevent players from parachuting.
• Resolution of a problem in which players could deploy a glider in the form of an accessory.
• The fact of being in the form of accessories does not prevent the players from being affected by the leadership of the explosive Batarang.
• Explosive Batarangs no longer float in the air after the destruction of the object on which they are located.
• Resolution of an issue preventing Zapper Trap from deploying to the location preview location.
• Shield bubbles attached to a supply pool will no longer disappear after the destruction of the reserve.
• Shield bubbles can no longer prevent falling damage.
• Shield bubbles can no longer be stuck in the air.
• Resolution of a problem preventing shield bubbles from attaching to a vehicle when a player guiding it was throwing it away.

gameplay

• Double XP Weekend!
  • Make this weekend double the fun. From Friday, September 27th at 9:00 am ET to Monday, September 30th at 9:00 am ET, you will gain twice the experience for the games you play.
• matchmaking
  • We introduced improved mapping logic for central modes.
    • Players are now more likely to match those of similar skills.
    • As players improve, their opponents must do the same.
    • We will gradually deploy this solution in the central modes of all regions while testing and monitoring the results.
    • Please see our blog for more details.
• New sensitivity and aiming wizard settings on the controllers.
  • For more details, please refer to our blog post.
  • Note: When using the new aiming settings, the reticles become red while they are directed to a target within the effective range, anytime before the application of the damage reduction.
• Combine it
  • This new playlist is a great way to get acquainted with the controller settings improvements mentioned above!
    • Although The Combine is useful for this purpose, it can also be played with the "Legacy", mouse + keyboard or touch controls.
  • The goal of this playlist is to reach the end as quickly as possible while eliminating all targets along the way.
    • There are rankings that allow you to win the best time with friends or other players.
      • Each ranking provides options for sorting the hours according to your preferred input device.
• Starry suburb
  • A fault zone has brought the ruined neighborhood near Pleasant Park. However, the Rift Zone has given it a homeowners association – it's a great place to live now!
    • The neighborhood is so nice that the shooting stars make it their destination. Crush the stars to access powerful items, including a weapon never before seen!
• Moisty Palms
  • Players can now use squatting input to exit the form.
• Hitmarkers do not show up on teammates anymore.
• Remove the reset control link from the camera.

Bug fixes

• Fixed a problem where players could use an unlimited number of sprays in a rift zone.
• The choice of the build component no longer resets on the wall option when the players using a controller have disabled the Reset Building option.

l & # 39; Audio

Bug fixes

• Fixed the following problem: the sound of a safe would continue after a player would have opened it.
• The Emote "Where is Matt" music will not restart after each loop.

IU

• The Controls Help option, a menu option only for mobile platforms, is no longer present on other platforms.
• The Building Edit option is now located in the Building section of the input settings rather than in the Misc section.

Bug fixes

• Match statistics are no longer hidden during a Royal Victory celebration.

Replay

Bug fixes

• The warning "You are in the storm" does not show up more than once when you change players.
• The sound effects of the shield bubble no longer behave incorrectly when players clear a repeat.

Mobile

• Added a multiplier of 2x for the Edit / Build sensitivity settings.
• Tip of the precision tool of the force of acceleration.
• Toggle targeting is enabled by default.

Bug fixes

• Fixed a crash when firing the combat bus on low-end iOS devices.
• Fixed a crash when switching to presets with Custom Fire selected in the Fire Mode Selection screen.
• The Shooting Mode button in the Settings menu reflects the currently selected firing mode.
• The reticle of the Scoped Assault assault rifle now loads on the first ADS.
• Players will be able to edit or destroy a piece of floor if placed in a 1×1 pre-structured building.
• Players will not be affected by stairs built by players if squatting beneath them.
• The Friends Requests menu does not display duplicate confirmations.
• Players will now be able to lock themselves as accessories in Moisty Palms without modifying the layout of the HUD.
• Vending machines will grant the item currently displayed using the dedicated button.
• The Edit With Touch function will now be reset if you press Reset in Settings.
• The push-to-talk button does not display a white square when pushed.
• Blueprint will be visible when deploying a prefab or gallery with the active Retro filter.
• If you select Block and Report, the list of blocked users will not be duplicated.
• We have made graphic improvements to the following:
  • Bunnymoon outfit
  • Axiom outfit
  • Neo Versa Outfit
  • Cape Infinity Outfit
  • Outfits with Jonesy as a basic model
  • Standard Number Back Bling
  • Emote Full Tilt
  • Barrels in Dusty Divot
  • Floating island

to summarize

• From server on September 19th
  • Enhanced Storm logic to prevent the latest storm circles from occurring at the points of interest specified in v10.31 release notes.
• Since the patch of September 19th
  • Halve the duration of the Taco Time dance.
• From the server on September 20th
  • Resolving an issue related to the goal "Team Spirit" "Inflict combined damage to your team or your duo" and not track progress in Team Rumble.