Fortnite will receive a new season titled Lawless, which will immerse players in a world of crime, heists, and intense shootouts. The update will add new characters, mechanics, and locations, along with significant map changes. However, fans will have to wait a bit longer, as the game remains unavailable due to scheduled maintenance before the next season's release. However, currently Fortnite servers down for some time. 

When will Fortnite servers be back online?

Epic Games took down the servers at 2:00 AM Eastern Time (ET) / 11:00 AM Pacific Time (PT) on February 20 to implement a major update. Typically, maintenance lasts 3-4 hours, but delays are possible. If all goes as planned, the servers could be back online around 6:00 AM ET / 3:00 AM PT.

Players attempting to log into the game during the update will only see the loading screen, as all online features remain disabled. Epic Games has not specified the exact time the servers will be restored, but updates can be tracked on the Epic Games status page and official Fortnite social media.

However, there is information that the Fortnite server status will be online soon.

What to expect in Fortnite Chapter 6, Season 2?

Epic Games is taking Fortnite in a whole new direction with Chapter 6 Season 2, titled Lawless. This season looks like an ode to crime thrillers, heists, and chaos in metropolises, drawing inspiration from Grand Theft Auto, Las Vegas, and classic action movies.

From a rich Battle Pass with Sub-Zero from Mortal Kombat to an updated map depicting a crime-ridden city—there's plenty to discuss. Here's everything you need to know about the new season, including various leaks, confirmed updates, and anticipated innovations.

Epic Games recently showcased a line-up of police characters that will appear in the Battle Pass of Fortnite Season 2 Update. It combines original and crossover skins, creating the impression that Looney Tunes have met criminal gangs. The heroes look as if they've stepped right off the pages of a comic book.

Leaked images of the new season's skins show Sub-Zero from Mortal Kombat, some anthropomorphic characters, as well as new types of skins for familiar characters.

Joining all this is a new version of Midas, known as "Outlaw Midas." He has acquired the image of a street racer in the style of "Fast and the Furious," hinting at a more rebellious character nature. Players are already speculating that this is not the last version of Midas we'll see this season.

Another eccentric novelty is Big Dill, a humanoid pickle-rapper, who is part of the Tasty Bois gang. Rumor has it he'll get an emote “Dill With It,” which will give him sunglasses in the style of a classic internet meme.

The Battle Pass will include the following skins:

• Keisha Cross – a street criminal
• Cassidy Quinn – a punk-aesthetic rebel
• Valentina – a swordswoman in a marching band style
• Fletcher Kane – a wolf-headed crime boss
• Joss – a mysterious masked character

The variety of characters hints at a story-heavy season, where criminals and law enforcers will clash for dominance over the island.

Map update: Welcome to Crime City

The new map, named Crime City, is an alternative version of Las Vegas, filled with neon lights, casinos, and high-stakes in the world of crime. Epic Games has gradually revealed clues about the new location: billboards covered in graffiti, and the name "Crimson City" crossed out and changed to “Crime City.”

Some of the main locations on the new map include:

• Luxurious Mansion – likely the residence of the main boss
• Gold Mine – a central spot for virtual heists
• Shady Hotel – a meeting point for criminal elements

One of the most intriguing features of the map is the return of Fox Clan. In teasers, a symbol has been spotted that may belong to this mysterious group. If true, we may see new characters with abilities related to Rifts, further expanding the sci-fi lore of Fortnite.

New gameplay: heists, black market, and cryptocurrency

Fortnite is focusing on heists, with sources pointing to vault raids, explosive devices, and black market trading. One of the promo arts even shows an armored van with blown doors, hinting at the new season's core mechanic—robbery.

Fortnite Season 2 leaks have revealed:

• New types of weapons for heists – C4, rocket drill, and chainsaw for breaching vaults, and dual-wielding weapons!
• Return of the flare gun – useful for marking enemies during missions.
• A new grappler for quick escapes after a successful heist.

Another unexpected detail is Dill Bits, a humorous in-game cryptocurrency tied to Big Dill. Unlike gold bars, Dill Bits are not retained between matches, making them a temporary token.

Black markets will also appear on the map, where Dill Bits and gold can be exchanged for unique items and weapons.

New bosses and NPCs

A crime season wouldn't be complete without powerful bosses leading the chaos on the island. The most dangerous of them is Fletcher Kane, an anthropomorphic wolf, a crime boss from the Battle Pass.

Kane will appear during heists and become a formidable NPC adversary. If players manage to defeat him, they will receive: the mythical Double Down Pistol – a new dual-shot pistol, Unstoppable Medallion – increases running speed and adds a breakthrough attack.

Additionally, Shogun X, who survived the events of the previous season, still roams the island. He has the Super Shield Medallion, which automatically activates the shield when using healing items. It is known that the game will feature 3 bosses and several NPCs to interact with.

New boons and enhancements

Boons introduced last season are returning with new variations. They can be found in black markets or rare chests. New boons include:

• Vulture Boon – shows player kill locations on the map
• Gold Rush Boon – grants extra gold when opening chests
• Adrenaline Rush Boon – activates Slap effect (unlimited stamina) during parkour
• Gold Ammo Boon – grants extra ammo when picking up gold
• Greed Boon – increases gold from kills and chests

Expected crossovers

As always, Fortnite is preparing massive collaborations. Leaks suggest potential crossovers with:

• Blade Runner 2049
• Fast & Furious
• Devil May Cry (DMC anime starts April 3)
• WWE (ahead of WrestleMania 40 in April)
• AC Milan (football collaboration)
• Cyberpunk 2077
• Cars (discovered music files in today's update)
• Cowboy Bebop

How long will the Lawless season last?

Fortnite Chapter 6, Season 2 will run from February 21 to May 2, giving players enough time to explore Crime City, complete tasks, and unlock unique rewards.