Fortnite Chapter 4 Season 5 Update: Release Date & Time For OG Map

Another season of Fortnite is set to begin later this week, as Epic Games confirms that fans will be returning to the “OG” battle royale map from Chapter 1.

Not only can fans expect the original map to return with the launch of Chapter 4 Season 5, but various leakers have also indicated that fan-favorite weapons and items will also be making a triumphant return. Traps, shopping carts, turrets, and the original assault rifle are just some of the many things players can expect to find returning next season.

Rumors also suggest that previous seasons from Chapter 1 will be rotated between each week of Chapter 4 Season 5. So, with Fortnite’s next season shaping up to be its most monumental one yet, make sure you know exactly when you’ll be able to jump in.

When Does Fortnite Chapter 4 Season 5 Start?

Epic Games has confirmed that Fortnite Chapter 4 Season 5: OG will be released on Friday, November 3rd. The exact release time is currently unknown, but is expected to be released after server downtime at the following time:

Release timings may vary depending on the length of server downtime for Chapter 4 Season 5. According to various leakers within the community, the upcoming season is expected to have lengthy server downtime, which means the exact start time for the season may not follow the same pattern as previous seasons. We will be updating this article with further details once they are confirmed by Epic Games.

When Does The Original Fortnite Map Return?

The original Fortnite battle royale map from Chapter 1 will be released alongside the launch of Chapter 4 Season 5 on Friday, November 3rd, as confirmed by Epic Games. Once server downtime comes to an end, players will need to download and install the season 5 update to jump into the OG Fortnite map.

When Is The Fortnite Chapter 4 Season 5 Live Event?

According to reliable insider and Fortnite leaker HYPEX, the next Fortnite live event will take place toward the end of Chapter 4 Season 5. More specifically, HYPEX believes the event will take place when the season comes to an end on December 3rd.