Fortnite: Countdown Timer Explained

If you've been out of the loop when it comes to Fortnite content, you might wonder what the timer inside the game is counting down to. We're here to help!

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Fortnite: The countdown to the big live finale is getting closer. | © Epic Games

The world of Fortnite is constantly evolving and being updated with new and exciting content. From missions to events and everything in between. Taking a break from Battle Royale could mean you're not up-to-date anymore.

Chapter 4 Season OG is coming to an end and the start of Chapter 5 is imminent. Dedicated players are busy finishing everything they need to do before the season ends, while others who are new to the game are wondering about the strange timer in the main menu and on the Fortnite island.

What The Countdown In Fortnite Represents

When you start Fortnite, you'll immediately be greeted by a menacing-looking timer in your lobby. If you've been following Fortnite's events during the season, you probably know what this means. However, if you haven’t kept up, you should know that the countdown is for a major live event, known as "Big Bang", which will conclude Chapter 4!

It doesn’t matter if you’re new to the game or just returning after a long break, everyone can participate in the festivities of the live event when it happens.

The event itself is taking place on December 2nd at 2pm ET.. And when it does, the Chapter 1 Map will disappear forever...

Alisa Eiber

Alisa is not only Fortnite Lead at EarlyGame but also streams passionately on Twitch. Here she plays games like Fortnite and Valorant together with her community on a daily basis and therefore always knows what's going on....