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

Joseph Pascoulis
Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 2 characters in the Underworld

When the current Fortnite season ends is something that many fans of the franchise are curious about. We’ve got you covered with everything you need to know about the end of Chapter 5 Season 2 and what Season 3 will bring.

Every season in Fortnite lasts for around 12 – 13 weeks and can end with an event of sorts that sets up the storyline for the next season. 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 start date for Chapter 5 Season 3, here’s everything you need to know.

Mythical gods in Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 2
Greek Gods are bringing war to Fortnite in Season 3.

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

Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 2 will end on May 23 at 11 PM PT / 2 AM ET (May 24) / 7 AM BST (May 24) along with the Chapter 5 Season 2 Battle Pass.

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.

Epic Games ran into some issues when launching Season 2, resulting in a longer downtime than expected. We’ll make sure to keep you updated if this happens again.

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 theme.

Zeus has already assembled the Stormforged Hourglass on the Island, and the current Medusa Snapshot Quests will require you to damage it. Rumors suggest that destroying the Stormforged Hourglass will trigger a war-themed live event marking the end of Chapter 5 Season 2.

Leakers shared some datamined assets showcasing Mount Olypmus’ statue moving and creating a thunderstorm that will bring changes to the map. Players also expect a sandstorm that will cover part of the island, Mad Max style. What’s more, other elements hint at different factions in the apocalypse-themed season alongside a survey skin that fits the whole aesthetic.

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.

Klombo returns to LEGO

After being in the battle royale for only one season, Klombo the dinosaur mascot will come back to Fortnite to bring new elements to LEGO Fortnite. It’s unknown what other aspects of the game will be influenced by the creature and how players will be able to interact with it, but we’ll keep you updated.

Pirates of the Caribbean crossover coming soon

Lastly, HYPEX revealed the highly-anticipated crossover with the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise should arrive during Chapter 5 Season 3’s second update. It’s unclear what the collaboration will bring, but players can expect skins and other cosmetics alongside some kind of Creative experience based on the popular story.

Will the current Fortnite Season be extended?

As of now, Epic Games haven’t mentioned anything about extending the current Fortnite 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:

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About The Author

Joseph is a Senior Writer at CharlieIntel, specializing in shooters such as Call of Duty, Apex Legends, Fortnite, and Overwatch. He also enjoys Souls-likes, the Resident Evil franchise, and Tekken. After writing for KeenGamer, he joined CharlieIntel in 2021. If Joseph isn't writing about games, he's most likely playing them. You can contact him at [email protected].