Fortnite is coming to the end of Season 7 and fans are already anticipating all the new changes Epic Games are planning for the start of Fortnite Season 8. Here's what we know so far.
SummaryWhen does Fortnite Season 7 end?When does Fortnite Season 8 start?Will there be a Fortnite Season 7 Live Event?What will the Fortnite Season 8 Battle Pass contain?What is the theme Fortnite Season 8 Battle Pass?How much will the Fortnite Season 8 Battle Pass cost?Fortnite season 6 was memorable and season 7 turned out to be an exciting addition with all the awesome content added. This includes the range of major map changes, UFOs, and the ability to unlock the Superman skin.
Now many gamers have started looking towards the next major update. With Season 8 fast approaching, there is mass speculation about its arrival and how it will change the battle royale.
Here's what we know.
According to notable data miner HYPEX, the Battle Pass Chapter 2, Season 7 will expire on September 12, 2021 .
Data miners were able to extract this information from game files after Epic Games temporarily shut down servers while the new patch was implemented. However, this date is not fixed.
Sometimes the developers decide to add more content to the battle royale than expected. If so, we might see Season 7 extended to last a bit longer.
Generally, the new season starts at the end of the previous one. We expect Fortnite Season 8 to start on September 13 , just after the end date of season 7.
However, the inclusion of a live event generally does not change the start and end dates of Fortnite seasons based on the Battle Pass timer, so players can expect the above date to be met at unless something big happens in game development.
Epic Games tends to use live endgame events or solo outings to give each Fortnite season a memorable conclusion. There will also be a live event at the end of Season 7.
A countdown has appeared on the island that leads to Operation Sky Fire. This limited-time event will take place at 4pm ET on September 12 , and a special playlist will be available 30 minutes before.
According to some leaks, many buildings in the Corny complex will be removed and Doctor Slone will detonate a series of bombs, bringing down the mothership. You'll likely be playing the game as this happens during the event.
Immediately after that, Fortnite will go down as Epic Games prepares to kick off Season 8. It's currently unclear how long the servers will be down, but it shouldn't be too long.
Although Epic Games hasn't openly confirmed much of what we can expect when the start of Fortnite Season 8 arrives, a post in the FortniteLeaks subreddit gave us some clues about all the potential new content. .
According to the leak, the developers are currently trying to get the Naruto for the Season 8 Battle Pass, along with an explosive kunai weapon. A developer also teased The Cube's return, which was hinted at at Ariana Grande's concert.
Season 8 would include something known as "The Sideways", which will release monsters into the game similar to the popular Stranger Things series. , with a few more mobs and mechs to come later after Fortnite Season 8 begins.
HYPEX also claimed that Epic Games is working on another crossover with AMC's The Walking Dead. In season 5, we saw the arrival of Daryl and Michonne from the series as new skins.
Now the developers could be bringing Rick and Negan into the world of Fortnite, perhaps for a Halloween-themed event. It should be borne in mind that these are currently only leaks. Hopefully Epic Games will confirm this crossover soon.
Each new season of Fortnite brings a different theme that defines the characters, aesthetics, and events of the battle royale. Season 7 had brought an alien invasion for players to fight with high-tech IO weapons.
Some new leaks suggest that Epic Games may opt for an Egyptian theme for the next major update. A leak discovered mummy skin, pyramids and a crash site. This means more map changes may be on the way.
Although it has not yet been confirmed by the developers, it seems likely that the end of the alien invasion will bring major changes to the island.
While we don't yet know the exact cost of the Season 8 Battle Pass, it will likely cost 950 V-Bucks . You will be able to buy the smallest bundle containing 1,000 V-Bucks for $7.99 / £6.49 from the Item Shop.
If you want to unlock the first 25 tiers of the Battle Pass right away, you can upgrade to the Battle Bundle upgrade, which costs $19.99 / £15.99 . This will grant you 2,500 V-Bucks, along with an additional 300 free.
We'll be sure to update this article as more details on Fortnite Chapter 2, Season 8 become available, so stay tuned!
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