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Trialing Major Zero Build Changes: change history

8 changes across 1 patch (May 14, 2026), newest first. Nerf Radar tracks the 10 most recent official updates for Fortnite, back to Apr 1, 2026.
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  1. Fortnite v40.40 Act III: Battle Royale Update Notes (May 14, 2026)Adjust 8Official notes ↗
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    Everyone now drops in with a Pistol, a Small Shield Potion and a Pocket Item.
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    Everyone now drops in with a Pistol, a Small Shield Potion and a Pocket Item
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    Pocket Items are unlimited-use items with cooldowns that boost mobility and survivability.
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    Pocket Items are unlimited-use items with cooldowns that boost mobility and survivability
    • Choose from Shockwave Grenades, Med Mist Grenades and Shield Bubbles
    • Swap your equipped Pocket Item at Vending Machines around the map
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    Reach the ground faster after dropping from the Battle Bus. Don't forget to redeploy your Glider in time!
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    Reach the ground faster after dropping from the Battle Bus. Don't forget to redeploy your Glider in time!
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    Lethal fall damage now leaves you at 1 HP and removes all shields instead of eliminating you in Unranked matches.
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    Lethal fall damage now leaves you at 1 HP and removes all shields instead of eliminating you in Unranked matches
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    Redeploy your Glider whenever you're high enough in the air to travel further.
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    Redeploy your Glider whenever you're high enough in the air to travel further
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    Unlimited Stamina while holding your Pickaxe.
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    Unlimited Stamina while holding your Pickaxe
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    Elims now restore your Overshield.
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    Elims now restore your Overshield
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    Environmental structures and objects now provide stronger cover.
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    Environmental structures and objects now provide stronger cover

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