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All Fortnite season start and end dates
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All Fortnite season start and end dates

Fortnite has come a long way since its initial release in 2017. The game’s development can be followed through the different seasons and chapters, each of which brings new content, map changes and game mechanics. However, because the game has so many seasons and chapters behind it, it can be difficult to keep track. Read on as we break down all the Fortnite season start and end dates for you to peruse.

All Fortnite Seasons Timeline

season name Start date End date Length of time
Preseason September 12, 2017 Oct 25, 2017 44 days
Season 1 First steps Oct 25, 2017 December 13, 2017 50 days
Season 2 Fort Knights December 14, 2017 February 21, 2018 70 days
Season 3 Meteor impact February 22, 2018 April 30, 2018 58 days
Season 4 Prepare for impact May 1, 2018 July 12, 2018 73 days
Season 5 Worlds collide July 12, 2018 September 27, 2018 78 days
Season 6 Darkness rises September 27, 2018 December 6, 2018 71 days
Season 7 You better watch out December 6, 2018 February 28, 2019 84 days
Season 8 X marks the spot February 28, 2019 May 9, 2019 70 days
Season 9 The future is yours May 9, 2019 August 1, 2019 84 days
Season X Out of time August 1, 2019 Oct 13, 2019 73 days
Chapter 2 Season 1 New world Oct 15, 2019 February 20, 2020 128 days
Chapter 2 Season 2 Top secret February 20, 2020 June 17, 2020 119 days
Chapter 2 Season 3 Water June 17, 2020 August 27, 2020 71 days
Chapter 2 Season 4 Nexus War August 27, 2020 December 1, 2020 95 days
Chapter 2 Season 5 zero point December 2, 2020 March 15, 2021 103 days
Chapter 2 Season 6 Originally March 16, 2021 June 7, 2021 85 days
Chapter 2 Season 7 invasion June 8, 2021 September 12, 2021 97 days
Chapter 2 Season 8 Diced September 13, 2021 December 4, 2021 83 days
Chapter 3 Season 1 Flipped December 5, 2021 March 19, 2022 105 days
Chapter 3 Season 2 Resistance March 20, 2022 June 4, 2022 76 days
Chapter 3 Season 3 Vibin’ June 5, 2022 September 17, 2022 105 days
Chapter 3 Season 4 paradise September 18, 2022 December 3, 2022 76 days
Chapter 4 Season 1 A new beginning December 4, 2022 March 10, 2023 97 days
Chapter 4 Season 2 MEGA March 10, 2023 June 9, 2023 90 days
Chapter 4 Season 3 WILD June 9, 2023 August 25, 2023 76 days
Chapter 4 Season 4 Last resort August 25, 2023 November 3, 2023 71 days
Fortnite OG November 3, 2023 December 2, 2023 29 days
Chapter 5 Season 1 Underground December 3, 2023 March 8, 2024 97 days
Chapter 5 Season 2 Myths and Mortals March 9, 2024 May 24, 2024 75 days
Chapter 5 Season 3 Destroyed May 24, 2024 August 16, 2024 84 days
Chapter 5 Season 4 Absolute doom August 16, 2024 November 2, 2024 78 days
All Fortnite season start and end dates

How long does a Fortnite season last?

The length of Fortnite seasons is mostly unpredictable. Over the years, Epic Games has played around with season lengths quite a bit. Sometimes they’re short and sweet, sometimes they drag on forever (Chapter 2, Season 1).

On average, you can expect a Fortnite season to last a long time about 75 days. That’s about two and a half months or 10-11 weeks. It’s usually enough time to max out your Battle Pass and get bored of the new POIs in the current season.

Official Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 4 image
Image credit: Fortnite by Epic Games

In the early days, season lengths varied widely, but in recent chapters Epic Games has focused on more consistent season lengths, typically between 70 and 100 days. They’re aiming for the sweet spot where there’s enough time to enjoy all the new content and complete the Battle Pass, but not so long that players get bored and wander off to play other games.

What is the current Fortnite season and when does it end?

At the time of writing, Fortnite is in the middle of Chapter 5, Season 4, titled “Absolute doom.” If you like Marvel, you’ll probably love this season. This season focuses on Marvel characters, particularly Doctor Doom, and features new superhero-style skins, powers and map changes. Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 4 is scheduled to end on November 2, 2024.

When is the next Fortnite season?

The next Fortnite season is scheduled to begin between November 2nd and 4th, 2024 (official dates have not yet been set). Following the end of Chapter 5, Season 4 “Absolute Doom,” players can expect some server outages as Epic Games prepares for the transition. The exact duration of this downtime tends to vary, but is typically several hours.

Ahead of the next Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 5 release date, players will experience a brief return to Chapter 2 through another Fortnite OG event. This temporary nostalgic period will serve as a bridge between Chapter 5 and Chapter 6, much like the previous OG Season’s Chapters 4 and 5 connected.

As Fortnite evolves, each new season and chapter brings exciting changes to the game. From map reworks to innovative game mechanics, Epic Games is committed to keeping the Fortnite experience fresh and engaging for its millions of players worldwide. Which season did you like the most? Let us know in the comments below!

Ash Singh

Ash has been a gaming and esports writer/editor since 2017 with an extensive background in the industry. Ash started as a beta tester and grew into an esports player, specializing in MOBAs such as AoV, Pokémon Unite and Wild Rift. His expertise spans mobile gaming and various video game platforms, with a particular passion for League of Legends.


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