Overview
Fortnite is scheduled to take down its servers for update 38.11. The downtime is expected to begin on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at 10:00 AM German time. Matchmaking will be disabled about 30 minutes prior.
Timeline
- Downtime start: November 19, 2025, at 10:00 AM (German time).
- Matchmaking disabled: ~30 minutes before downtime.
- Downtime duration: expected to be at least one hour, since this is a smaller update.
- Patch notes: typically published sporadically after downtime; readers can follow updates here once available.
What to expect
- Servers will be shut down during the maintenance window.
- Players will not be able to access Fortnite until services are restored.
- Update 38.11 content details have been partially hinted by a reliable leaker, Shiina on X; official notes will clarify final contents.
Notes on sources
Content summarizes reported downtime and timing. For the most accurate status and patch notes, refer to official Epic Games communications once released.
Author summary
Fortnite will suspend servers on November 19, 2025, at 10:00 AM German time for update 38.11; expected downtime is at least one hour with patch notes released afterwards.
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