Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 1 End Date & Chapter 5 Season 2 Release Date

When does the current Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 1 end and when is Chapter 5 Season 2 releasing? Get all the key release dates and details here.

Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 1 End Date & Chapter 5 Season 2 Release Date
Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 1 End Date & Chapter 5 Season 2 Release Date

Fortnite's monumental Chapter 5 kicked off in December 2023, introducing a brand new island, weapons, collaborations, and more. But when will the current Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 1 end, and when can we expect the launch of Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 2?

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Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 1 End Date

Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 1 End Date
Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 1 End Date

Based on the current Battle Pass in-game, Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 1 is scheduled to end on March 8, 2024, at approximately 2 AM ET / 11 PM PT. This is when Fortnite will go offline for maintenance leading into the new season.

Of course, Epic Games can shift timings at the last minute. But early March 2024 is the target window for Chapter 5 Season 1 to wrap up. As the date approaches, Fortnite Status on Twitter will provide concrete details.

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What to Expect Before Current Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 1 Ends

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Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 2 release date

In the remaining weeks of Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 1, players can expect:

  • More themed limited-time modes and gameplay variants
  • New cosmetic item drops and Battle Pass unlockables
  • Potential collaborations with movies, TV shows, or pop culture IPs like Devil May Cry.
  • In-game narrative events move the seasonal storyline forward
  • Announcements teasing Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 2 content

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Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 2 Release Date

Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 2 Release Date
Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 2 Release Date

Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 2 will likely launch on March 8, 2024 - the same day Season 1 concludes. Some downtime between seasons is common for maintenance. But the new season usually rolls out within several hours.

The exact Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 2 start time is hard to predict until closer to the date. But players can expect to jump into the new season the morning of March 8, if not earlier.

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What's Upcoming In Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 2

What's Upcoming In Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 2
What's Upcoming In Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 2

While concrete details are scant presently, Chapter 5 Season 2 will surely deliver:

  • A new Battle Pass brimming with skins, emotes, gear, and more
  • Map changes introducing fresh zones and points of interest
  • New weapons and items to master
  • Crossover content from popular franchises

Fortnite seasons consistently shake up the game in exciting ways. So Chapter 5 Season 2 should provide plenty of surprises despite the mystery surrounding it currently.

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The Countdown to Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 2 Begins

The Countdown to Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 2 Begins
The Countdown to Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 2 Begins

With Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 1 likely concluding in early March 2024, the clock is ticking for players to complete their current Battle Passes and prepare for Fortnite's next era.

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While details are sparse presently, Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 2 undoubtedly holds awesome content in store when it drops next year. Fortnite fans eagerly await what Epic Games has brewing as we close out Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 1.

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