- Epic Games has not removed Fortnite Zero Build with the 39.40 update.
- Zero Build has moved under the umbrella of Fortnite Battle Royale.
- You can find Zero Build in the mode settings when you select Fortnite Battle Royale in the main menu.
Epic Games recently released the much-awaited 39.40 update for Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 1, bringing a long list of new content and collaborations to the game. Alongside these new additions, Epic has also caused some players to panic, as many of them are left asking one question: Did Fortnite remove Zero Build?
This is because, after the release of the Fortnite 39.40 update, players are having a hard time locating the Zero Build tile in the game’s expansive Discover tab. Here’s everything you need to know about the changes made to Zero Build with the most recent Fortnite update.
Did Epic Remove Zero Build from Fortnite Battle Royale?
No, Epic Games has not removed Zero Build from Fortnite. The developers know that Zero Build is one of the most popular ways to play Fortnite, especially for players who value gunplay skills over building prowess. The confusion regarding the mode stems from Fortnite’s recent Valentine’s Day update.
In order to reduce clutter in the “Discover” tab and streamline the mode selection process, Epic has consolidated several game modes into a single playlist. This means that Fortnite Zero Build did not get the axe; it just got tucked inside a new sub-menu.
Where is Zero Build in Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 1?
As of the Love and Legends update, finding Zero Build in Fortnite now requires an extra click or two, as it has been grouped under the primary Battle Royale category rather than its own dedicated discover tile. Here is how you can find and access Zero Build in Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 1:
- From the main lobby, scroll down to reach the Discover menu.
- Head to the “By Epic” section of the Discover menu.
- Here, select the standard Battle Royale mode.
- Click on the mode options over the yellow Play button.
- Choose between Build and Zero Build in the menu that opens up.
It is important to remember that Fortnite Zero Build does not show up even if you type ‘Zero Build’ in the search bar. The only way you can access Zero Build after the 39.40 update is through the Battle Royale mode selection screen.
Are you happy about Epic Games streamlining the mode selection process in Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 1? Let us know in the comments below!
You can access Zero Build through the Fortnite Battle Royale mode selection screen.
No, the mode has simply moved under the umbrella of Fortnite Battle Royale and has not been removed.
Epic Games streamlined the mode selection process with the 39.40 update of February 5, 2026.
