The notification blinked: “Fortnite Update 39.30 incoming.” A shiver of anticipation ran down your spine – would this be the update that finally shook up the meta, or just another reskin cash grab? I remember the first time I dropped into Fortnite, the thrill of the unknown; it’s a feeling I chase with every patch.
Get ready – update 39.30 is on the horizon, and Epic Games appears ready to roll out a new game mode and a surprising number of collaborations. While it might seem smaller than the last one, don’t be fooled—there’s plenty packed inside.
Here’s everything you need to know about what’s coming in Fortnite’s 39.30 update.
Downtime Details for Fortnite Update 39.30
Mark your calendar: On January 22, 2026, starting at 4 AM ET, Fortnite servers will be offline for about 1-2 hours. Matchmaking and playlists will be disabled while the team works on the update. Expect the game to be back online around 6 AM ET.
Fortnite Update 39.30: Early Patch Notes
Fortnite Crown Jam Mode
Imagine Fall Guys colliding with basketball. Then you have some idea of what Epic Games is planning.
Crown Jam pits teams of three against each other in a sports-like arena that blends football, basketball, and an obstacle course. Epic adjusted the Fall Guys physics and added tackle mechanics and special abilities that players charge up by earning Hype during matches.
Players will be assigned to one of six Crown Jam factions. The mode goes live on January 23, 2026, and runs until February 9, 2026.
The Office Collab
I can almost hear the Dundie Award music playing already. Out of left field, Epic Games confirmed a crossover with the TV show The Office. The hint involved beets, a nod to Dwight Schrute’s farm. As of now, the skins aren’t confirmed, but leaks suggest Michael Scott and Dwight Schrute skins will be hitting the Item Shop.
Looney Tunes Collab
Warner Bros. seems determined to amp up its presence within Fortnite.
Leaks point to a Looney Tunes collab as part of the 39.30 update, potentially with skins for Bugs Bunny, Lola Bunny, and Daffy Duck in their classic designs. Expect a cel-shaded look, similar to other animated skins in the game.
Ed, Edd, and Eddy Collab
If you thought South Park was a surprise, the cartoon train keeps rolling: Ed, Edd, and Eddy might be coming to Fortnite with the 39.30 update. Word is that Ed and Edd are getting skins, but Eddy’s fate is uncertain; he might show up later in Chapter 7 as an NPC or get a skin later.
Unlike the South Park skins, these outfits are expected to mirror the original designs. How will they look running around the Fortnite map? That’s the million-dollar question (about €920,000).
Solo Leveling Collab
It’s an all-you-can-eat buffet for anime fans. The 39.30 update may also bring skins from Solo Leveling. The collab might feature skins for characters like Sun Jin-woo and mythics based on weapons from the series. It’s supposed to drop this month, so this update could be the moment.
Blitz Royale Changes
Blitz Royale is getting some love in the 39.30 update with a new map. The development team is also planning quality-of-life improvements.
Reload Mode Changes
The Reload mode recently got a shakeup with Morphite weapons. With the 39.30 patch, Epic will tweak the balance of these weapons and adjust the loot pool. A new map is also on the way, similar to Blitz Royale.
New Weekly Quests
The 39.30 update also brings new weekly quests in Chapter 7 Season 1. Completing them will help you advance through the Battle Pass. Expect the quests to connect with one of the Battle Pass stars, continuing the Hollywood theme.
The 39.30 update looks to be a melting pot of styles and genres – a chaotic symphony of ideas. Will this update be a step forward, or a stumble in the ongoing evolution of Fortnite?