Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 1 Release Time & Date

Fortnite Chapter 6: Hunters is closer than you think. Actually, it's just around the corner! There will be a huge update, introducing a Japanese-inspired theme and new collaboration. Epic Games has a lot in store for us! Now, without further ado, let's discuss the release date and time for Fortnite C6S1.

When Does Fortnite Chapter 6 Start?

Fortnite Chapter 6 will start on Sunday, December 1, 2024, shortly after the end of the epic event Remix: The Finale, featuring Snoop Dogg, Eminem, Ice Spice, and Juice WRLD.

While Epic Games hasn’t provided an exact launch time yet, Fortnite updates usually go live between 4:00 AM and 6:00 AM ET. Based on these estimates, here’s what the start time could look like for different time zones:

• Pacific Time (PT): 3:00 AM
• Eastern Time (ET): 6:00 AM
• Greenwich Mean Time (GMT): 11:00 AM
• Central European Time (CET): 12:00 PM
• India Standard Time (IST): 4:30 PM
• Japan/Korea Standard Time (JST/KST): 8:00 PM
• Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT): 10:00 PM

Fortnite Chapter 6 Downtime

Before the launch of each Fortnite update, there's a small downtime. The Epic Games team needs it to implement the changes. So, before the new chapter begins, expect a period of server downtime. This downtime is set to start shortly after Remix: The Finale ends, which is estimated to end around 10:00 PM ET on November 30, 2024.

During this time, servers will go offline as Epic implements the new update, meaning players will need to wait before dropping into the Chapter 6 action. Be sure to stay tuned to Fortnite’s official social channels for real-time updates on server status.

What’s New in Fortnite Chapter 6: Hunters?

The upcoming chapter introduces a wealth of exciting features, including:

Japanese Theme

Chapter 6’s theme, 鬼 Hunters (Demon Hunters), combines Asian aesthetics with anime-inspired elements. Expect to explore locations featuring:

New Collabs 

The season will launch epic collaborations with Godzilla, King Kong, and Baymax. Who knows what else Epic Games has in store for us?

Movement Mechanics

Players can look forward to:

• Wall-running
• Rolling mechanics 

Final Thoughts

The Japanese-inspired aesthetic sure sounds exciting. Fortnite Chapter 6: Hunters promises lots of new adventures. Prepare for an unforgettable Fortnite experience starting December 1, 2024!