When does Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 3 start? Season 2 end date

❘ Updated: 2024-03-18T11:22:06

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When does the current Fortnite Season end is a question many players have, so here’s everything you need to know about when Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 3 starts and Chapter 5 Season 2 ends.

Each season in Fortnite is around three months long and the new season usually picks up from where the old season left off. Irrespective of the position, players are always curious about when the current Fortnite season ends.

So, if you’re interested in Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 2’s end date, and the subsequent expected start date for Chapter 5 Season 3, here’s everything you need to know.

When will Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 2 end?
When will Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 3 start?
Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 3 content
Will the current Fortnite season be extended?

When does the current Fortnite Season end? Season 2 end date

Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 2 will end at 11 PM PT (May 23) / 2 AM ET & 7 AM GMT (May 24). This is when the Chapter 5 Season 2 Battle Pass ends, following the standard season duration of 75 days.

Epic Games has delayed some updates in the past, so we’ll make sure to update this section if their plans change.

When does Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 3 start?

Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 3 is expected to begin on Friday, May 24, 2024, after a short downtime following the conclusion of Chapter 5 Season 2.

Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 3 leaks & rumors: Theme & expected content

Not much is known about Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 3, but since Season 2 introduced Greek gods, there are rumors and speculations that a massive war could bring about an apocalypse scenario.

The idea is that a war between the gods and those who oppose them will bring about major changes to Fortnite’s map, with some suggesting that it could be turned into a wasteland.

Rumors suggest that the war against the gods could culminate at the end of Chapter 5 Season 2 with a live event. We’ll be sure to update this section as and when we have more information.

Keep in mind that this is all just speculation and rumors, and nothing has been confirmed by Epic Games, so take it with a pinch of salt.

Fall Guys comes to Fortnite

The devs have also confirmed that Fall Guys assets will be arriving for Creative in May 2024, which is also when Chapter 5 Season 3 will arrive. This will allow Fortnite Creative players to create and play their own crazy parkour maps similar to Fall Guys.

Will the current Fortnite Season be extended?

As of now, Epic Games hasn’t mentioned anything about extending the current season, and it is unlikely that they will do so.

However, the developers have extended a few seasons in the past, and if they have to extend Chapter 5 Season 2, they will let everyone know ahead of time.

That’s everything you need to know about the start of Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 3. For more on the Battle Royale title, take a look at our other Fortnite guides: