Epic Games has officially begun deploying the highly anticipated Fortnite v38.10 update, bringing an exciting crossover with The Simpsons to the popular battle royale game. However, players worldwide experienced temporary server disruptions as the update rolled out.
Server Downtime and Maintenance Schedule
According to multiple online reports, Fortnite players encountered the 'servers not responding' message as Epic Games initiated the update process. The official server downtime commenced at 9:00 AM UTC (2:30 PM IST) and was projected to continue until 10:30 AM UTC (4:00 PM IST).
Epic Games followed their standard practice by disabling matchmaking shortly before maintenance began. During this maintenance window, players across all platforms were unable to log in, join matches, or access creative modes. This scheduled downtime is part of Fortnite's regular patch cycle that ensures smooth implementation of new features and content.
What's New in The Simpsons Crossover
The v38.10 update significantly expands Fortnite's collaboration with The Simpsons, introducing several iconic elements from the beloved animated series. Players can now explore:
Moe Szyslak Skin: The grumpy bartender from Moe's Tavern has arrived in the Item Shop, allowing players to embody the character in battles.
Spider-Pig (Plopper): Homer Simpson's famous pet pig joins the game as a sidekick-style companion, adding humorous elements to gameplay.
Physics-Based Donuts: Giant rolling donuts now function as throwable items that cause substantial damage and destruction upon impact.
Springfield Map Elements: Iconic locations including the Kwik-E-Mart and the Simpson family home have been scattered across the island, providing nostalgic references for fans.
Future Content Teasers and Gameplay Enhancements
Epic Games has teased an upcoming animated short film titled 'Sugar High' that further integrates The Simpsons crossover into Fortnite. The preview suggests future content featuring a Homer clone army spawned from nuclear waste, potentially leading to a new horde mode or limited-time event where players battle waves of radioactive Homers.
Beyond the Simpsons collaboration, the v38.10 update brings significant gameplay and development improvements:
Chainsaws Return: Players can now utilize chainsaws for both mobility and combat across Springfield's terrain, adding new strategic options.
New Developer Tools: Epic has introduced in-island transaction features for creators using Unreal Editor for Fortnite (UEFN), enabling V-Bucks monetization and faster island publishing capabilities.
Bug Fixes and Balance Tweaks: The update includes weapon and vehicle adjustments that improve overall gameplay stability and user experience.
The Fortnite v38.10 update represents one of the most substantial collaborations in the game's history, merging the battle royale phenomenon with one of television's most iconic animated families. Players can now experience Springfield like never before while enjoying enhanced gameplay mechanics and developer tools.
