When Will Fortnite Servers Be Back Up?
Fortnite players eagerly anticipating the launch of the new 5v5 Ballistic game mode faced unexpected frustrations on release day. Just as fans logged in to try out the early access mode, a widespread matchmaking error disrupted gameplay. The question on everyone’s mind was: when will Fortnite servers be back up?
Matchmaking Issues Plague Fortnite Ballistic Launch
Fortnite’s relationship with server issues is becoming all too familiar for long-time players. With excitement brewing for the introduction of Ballistic, not everything went according to plan. As players flocked to experience the latest competitive 5v5 mode, many encountered matchmaking errors that blocked their entry.
The official @FortniteStatus account on X (formerly Twitter) acknowledged the issue, confirming that they were aware of the ongoing problems. Although no exact timeline was provided for when the servers would be restored, many players were left stuck in the lobby, anxiously awaiting a fix.
Frustrated Players Share Their Experiences
I was among those affected, encountering the error message “Matchmaking Error #1, Unknown Error, Maybe try again? (match.failed_to_obtain_link_code.404).” Initially, I thought it might just be an issue on my end, but after checking social media, I realized I wasn’t alone. Many players from different regions, including NA East, reported the same problem. One user, @waxpen_, specifically asked if anyone else in their region was facing similar matchmaking difficulties.
In an effort to resolve the issue, I restarted the game, only to be greeted by a new error message: “Matchmaking Error #2, We failed the cook request for the client. invalid_json.” Despite my efforts, the Ballistic matchmaking error persisted.
Epic Games Confirms Matchmaking Errors
Epic Games’ server status page reflected the issue, with a message stating, “Investigating – We’re aware that players may be experiencing matchmaking errors for several experiences in Fortnite, and we will provide an update when this has also been resolved.” Player frustration quickly spread across social platforms, with users like @hollands118 expressing their disappointment that the new mode wasn’t working immediately after launch.
When Will Fortnite Servers Be Back Up?
As of Update 1 (12/12/2024 at 12:00 am), the Fortnite matchmaking servers are now live. Epic Games shared an update on X confirming that the issue had been resolved. After personally attempting to join a match, I can confirm that the Ballistic mode is operational and matchmaking is functioning correctly.
If you were among the many wondering when Fortnite servers would be back up, the wait is over. Jump into the action and experience Fortnite Ballistic now that the matchmaking errors have been fixed.
Stay Updated for Future Server Downtime
For those looking to avoid missing out on future updates, keep an eye on Fortnite’s official server status page and follow @FortniteStatus for real-time information. While server issues can be frustrating, Epic Games typically addresses these problems swiftly, ensuring players can return to the game as soon as possible.
Now that the servers are back online, it’s time to gear up and dive into the latest Fortnite Ballistic mode!
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