Fortnite developer Epic Games is poised to launch its second major update of the year, version 39.30, which introduces a highly anticipated crossover with the beloved television series The Office. This significant content drop will be accompanied by scheduled server downtime and a suite of gameplay adjustments across all platforms.
Fortnite Update 39.30 Release Date and Server Downtime Schedule
Epic Games has officially confirmed that update 39.30 will go live on January 22, 2026. The deployment will necessitate a period of server maintenance, during which the game will be inaccessible to players.
According to an announcement made on social media platform X, server downtime is scheduled to commence at 4:00 AM Eastern Time (ET). Matchmaking services will be disabled shortly before this time to facilitate a smooth transition.
For players in the United Kingdom, this translates to downtime beginning at 9:00 AM Greenwich Mean Time (GMT), with matchmaking ending around 8:30 AM GMT. The Epic Games server status page indicates that the maintenance window is expected to last approximately 90 minutes.
Consequently, the game is projected to return online by 10:30 AM GMT. This corresponds to 2:30 AM Pacific Time, 5:30 AM Eastern Time, and 11:30 AM Central European Time, ensuring global players are aware of the disruption.
New Content and Features in Fortnite 39.30
The centrepiece of this update is the major crossover event with the hit NBC sitcom The Office. An official teaser with the tagline "Build. Beets. Battle Royale." strongly hints at the inclusion of fan-favourite character Dwight Schrute as a new outfit in the Item Shop.
Insiders and leakers, such as Hypex, suggest that Michael Scott may also join the roster, potentially alongside a new Point of Interest (POI) inspired by the show's iconic Dunder Mifflin office setting. Additionally, rumours indicate that a selection of Looney Tunes characters could be introduced, expanding the game's diverse collaborative universe.
Epic Games has also announced a new Limited Time Mode (LTM) titled Fall Guys Crown Jam. Described as a chaotic blend of basketball, football, and obstacle course mechanics, this 3v3 mode will be available to play from January 23 until February 9, offering a fresh competitive experience.
Early Patch Notes for Fortnite Update 39.30
Beyond the exciting new content, update 39.30 addresses several technical issues and bugs reported by the community. The early patch notes highlight key fixes aimed at improving overall gameplay stability and user experience.
General Fixes
- A resolution for multiple lag issues that players have encountered within the Locker and Lobby menu screens.
- This includes eliminating delays when performing actions such as emoting, switching between screens, or navigating the Locker interface.
Battle Royale Adjustments
- Addressing a known issue where some players were unable to reboot their squad mates, a critical function for team survival.
- Fixing an incorrect visual bug where a blank "Knocked!" notification pop-up would erroneously appear on-screen when a player enters the Storm area, which is not an intended game mechanic.
This update will be available across all supported platforms, including PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, Nintendo Switch, the anticipated Switch 2, and mobile devices. It applies to all Fortnite game modes: Battle Royale, Creative, LEGO Fortnite, and Fortnite Festival.
