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Start and end dates for all Fortnite seasons
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Start and end dates for all Fortnite seasons

Fortnite has come a long way since its initial release in 2017. The game’s evolution can be traced through its various seasons and chapters, each bringing new content, map changes, and gameplay mechanics. However, with so many seasons and chapters behind the game, it can be difficult to keep track of everything. Read on as we list down all the Fortnite seasons start and end dates for you to browse.

Timeline of all seasons of Fortnite

Season Name Start date End date Duration
Pre-season September 12, 2017 October 25, 2017 44 days
Season 1 First steps October 25, 2017 December 13, 2017 50 days
Season 2 Knights of the Fort December 14, 2017 February 21, 2018 70 days
Season 3 Meteor Strike 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 The darkness is rising September 27, 2018 December 6, 2018 71 days
Season 7 You better be careful 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 October 13, 2019 73 days
Chapter 2 Season 1 New World October 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 Fell 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 Primitive 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 Cube September 13, 2021 December 4, 2021 83 days
Chapter 3 Season 1 Reversed 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 Heaven 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 Shipwrecked May 24, 2024 August 16, 2024 84 days
Chapter 5 Season 4 Absolute destiny August 16, 2024 November 2, 2024 78 days
Start and end dates for all Fortnite seasons

How long is a Fortnite season?

The length of Fortnite seasons is mostly unpredictable. Over the years, Epic Games has played around a lot with the length of seasons. Sometimes they are short and sweet, other times they drag on (Chapter 2, Season 1).

On average you can expect a Fortnite season to last about 75 days. This is approximately two and a half months or 10 to 11 weeks. This is usually enough time to max out your Battle Pass and get bored of the new POIs in the current season.

Official image of Fortnite chapter 5 season 4
Image credits: Fortnite by Epic Games

Early on, season lengths were all over the map, although in recent chapters Epic Games has aimed for more consistent season lengths, typically ranging from 70 to 100 days. They’re aiming for that 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 will it end?

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

When will the next Fortnite season take place?

The next Fortnite season is expected to begin between November 2 and 4, 2024 (official dates are not yet confirmed). Following the conclusion of Chapter 5 Season 4 “Absolute Doom,” players can expect some server downtime as Epic Games prepares for the transition. The exact length of this downtime usually varies, but it typically lasts several hours.

Before the next Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 5 Release Dateplayers 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, similar to how the previous OG season connected Chapters 4 and 5.

As Fortnite continues to evolve, each new season and chapter brings exciting changes to the game. From map overhauls to innovative gameplay mechanics, Epic Games is constantly working to keep the Fortnite experience fresh and engaging for its million players worldwide. That said, which season did you like the most? Let us know in the comments below!

Ash Singh

Ash is a gaming and esports writer/editor with a wealth of experience in the industry since 2017. Starting as a beta tester, Ash progressed to become an esports player, specializing in MOBAs like AoV, Pokémon Unite and Wild Rift. His expertise spans mobile games and various video gaming platforms, with a particular passion for League of Legends.


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