- Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 3 will end on August 16, 2024, at 2 AM ET.
- Season 4 should arrive on the same date, August 16, 2024, after the Season 3 battle pass ends.
- The servers will be on maintenance after the update arrives, so Season 4 will not be playable immediately.
Fortnite brings new content and updates with every new season. That cycle of ending a season and beginning a new one continues as we enter the Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 3 update. Great as it may be with all the new Season 3 NPC locations, this chaotic update will have to end at one point to make way for the new one. If you’re someone already asking when Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 4 starts, keep reading to find out!
When Does Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 3 End?
Before we jump into next season, we must know when the current season will end. We officially know that the Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 3 will end on Friday, August 16, 2024, at around 2 AM ET.
Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 4 Expected Release Date
Now that we know the ending time for Season 3, we can expect the next season to start right after it. This means that Season 3 will be available for around 84 days. So, the expected release date for Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 4 is August 16, 2024. The update should arrive after some maintenance period once Season 3 ends. Here is a handy countdown timer for you to stare at while you wait!
If we notice the last few seasons of the same chapter, Season 1 lasted 96 days, whereas Season 2 lasted only 77 days. Luckily, Fortnite officially declared the end date for the current battle pass, so at least we know when the new one will appear.
So, get on your battle pass grind before the end is near. What do you expect in Fortnite Chapter 5, Season 4, once it starts? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
