First of all, you should be aware that Fortnite Season 1 Chapter 5 users often see the "Checking for Updates" prompt. Since Fortnite is a live service game, new features are added on a regular basis. Every week, new content is introduced to Fortnite, so there are constantly updates available to download. And from time to time, issues will arise. Continue reading to find out why this is occurring and how to resolve it.

UPDATED: On February 13, 2024, a Tuesday, gamers report a variety of server problems. We do not yet know how long the servers will be down. However, as soon as we have new information, we will make sure to update the page.

Fortnite: The Screen That Asks for Updates Is Stuck

HISTORY INITIAL: Fortnite's "Checking for Updates" screen bug often manifests itself when a new update is either about to roll out or has already gone live. The game just stops with a blue screen and an awful message instead of finding the update. And until you restart the game, it remains that way forever. Something is stopping your game client from downloading the update, even if it knows it needs to. Additionally, you are unable to launch Fortnite since your game is outdated.

It is possible that this is occurring due in part to your internet connection. As a result, the first thing you should do is make sure your device is connected to the Internet correctly. To do this, check whether other online games are functioning properly. If at all feasible, switch to an Ethernet wire from a Wi-Fi network. Updates download more quickly and steadily in this manner.

But the most plausible explanation for this is that there are problems with the game's servers. When Fortnite freezes on the "Checking for Updates" screen, it typically means that there is a communication issue between your game and the servers. We suggest checking the official Fortnite Status Twitter account if you are experiencing this problem.