Are Fortnite servers down? Here’s when Update 37.50 downtime is scheduled & what’s coming

Fortnite is going offline for its 37.50 update (Fortnitemares 2025 patch). The update has brought a fresh wave of spooky cosmetics, collaborations, and bug fixes are on the way. Here’s the Fortnite Update 37.50 downtime guide for U.S. time zones (PT / ET):

Fortnite 37.50 Downtime Schedule (U.S. Time Zones)

• Downtime begins: 1:00 AM PDT / 4:00 AM ET (Thursday, Oct 9)
• Matchmaking cutoff: ~12:30 AM PDT / 3:30 AM ET (30 minutes before)
• Expected return: ~3:30 AM PDT / 6:30 AM ET

So in the U.S., players should avoid starting new matches after 12:30 AM PT / 3:30 AM ET, and expect servers to be back online roughly by 3:30 AM PT / 6:30 AM ET.

What’s New in Update 37.50

This Fortnitemares patch includes eye-catching crossover skins like Scooby-Doo, Terrifier, and Doja Cat, plus horror characters like Ghostface, Jason Voorhees, and Huggy Wuggy.

On the technical side, two bug fixes are expected:

• Resolving the issue where Shockwave Hammer prevented sprinting mid-air.
• Fixing OG Season 6 Umbrella metadata mismatch in the locker.

Tips for U.S. Players

• Finish matches before 12:30 AM PT / 3:30 AM ET to avoid being locked out mid-game.
• Keep an eye on FortniteStatus via X or the official Epic status page for real-time updates.
• Be ready for a sizeable patch download when the servers come back up — your internet speed may influence the wait time.

Once servers return, expect a fresh Haunted Island and a new thrill ride through Fortnitemares.