Fortnite Update 28.30 Patch Notes, Improvements in Fortnite Update 28.30

Fortnite Update 28.30 introduces exciting features, including the new Speed Run mode in Rocket Racing, electrifying quests, and improvements for mobile players.

by T Santhosh

Updated Feb 27, 2024

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Fortnite Update 28.30 Patch Notes, Improvements in Fortnite Update 28.30
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Fortnite

Fortnite is a popular online video game created by Epic Games and launched in 2017. It comes in three versions, but they all share similar gameplay and the same game engine. The first version is Fortnite Battle Royale, a free game where up to 100 players fight until only one is left standing. Then there's Fortnite: Save the World, a cooperative game where up to four players defend against zombie-like creatures using traps and fortifications they build.

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Lastly, there's Fortnite Creative, which lets players create their own worlds and battle arenas. While Save the World and Creative have been successful, Fortnite Battle Royale became incredibly popular, with over 125 million players in less than a year and making hundreds of millions of dollars each month.

As of December 2019, Fortnite had generated $9 billion in revenue. You can play Save the World on macOS, PlayStation 4, Windows, and Xbox One. Battle Royale and Creative are available on those platforms, as well as Android, iOS, Nintendo Switch, and the ninth-generation PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S consoles.

Fortnite Update 28.30 Patch Notes 

The Fortnite Update 28.30 introduces the final changes before the anticipated Chapter 5 Season 2. This update unveils the Fortnite Festival Season 2, featuring Lady Gaga as the headliner. Players can now unlock Lady Gaga's skin and enjoy some of her songs added as Jam Tracks. This follows The Weeknd's involvement in the previous season. The update marks the transition to a new era in Fortnite, setting the stage for the upcoming season with exciting additions and features.

CATCH UP ON SPEED RUN

Ready to prove you’re one of the fastest Rocket Racing drivers? Then get ready because in Speed Run you’ll be up against the toughest opponent of all: the clock.

Try to set the best possible lap time on variants of some of your favorite tracks like Riviera, Anaconda, and Olympus. Each match has a countdown timer of several minutes, giving you plenty of time to complete multiple laps (“runs”) and create your perfect route to the finish line!

While zooming along in Speed Run, don’t be scared when you spot your ghost. This not-so-spooky apparition is there to show you exactly how you drove on your best run of the match — correct its mistakes to shave precious seconds off your lap time.

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You can play Speed Run in either public or private matches. If playing with others, don’t worry about crashing into them. Player collisions are turned off in Speed Run so you can focus on your lap times. On the flip side, you can’t catch players’ slipstreams by drafting. Starting line boosts are disabled in this mode as well.

Your fastest run time on a track will be uploaded to that track’s Season leaderboard so you see how your skills rack up against drivers worldwide. There’s also a friends leaderboard where you can compare your times with your Epic friends for bragging rights! Don’t rest on your laurels, though, as the leaderboards will refresh each Season.

To access this new mode, simply choose a track in Rocket Racing’s Speed Run row or select the Speed Run playlist with rotating tracks.

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ELECTRIFYING QUESTS!

All good quests start with a spark! Complete runs in Speed Run to progress in the Speed Run Kickoff Quests. By completing the first Quest, you’ll unlock the new Sprintspark Trail! Complete the rest of the Quests to unlock 13 paint colors for Sprintspark.

The Speed Run Kickoff Quests will be available until March 26, 2024, at 12 AM ET.

MORE IMPROVEMENTS ON MOBILE

v28.30 features further enhancements to playing Rocket Racing on mobile:

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  • The touchscreen D-pad has been updated to a touchscreen joystick, allowing for better precision when driving. You can adjust the sensitivity of the joystick in the settings.
  • We’ve updated the visuals of the mobile HUD. 

DIESTRO COMES TO THE FORTNITE ECOSYSTEM

It might look retro, but the Diestro Car Body is all modern power! Take it for a spin in Rocket Racing and other experiences across Fortnite. This Rocket League-original is available in the Shop as part of the Diestro Car Bundle:

  • Diestro Car Body (has 13 paint colors)
  • Chitchat Decal
  • Lozano Decal
  • Old Flame Decal
  • Sooo Fly Decal
  • Stripes Decal
  • Stuntman Decal
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The Decals in the Diestro Car Bundle can only be equipped with the Diestro Car Body. If you already have Diestro and the Decals in Rocket League, you’ll find them waiting in your Fortnite Locker thanks to cross-game ownership! If you purchase the Diestro Car Bundle in Fortnite, you’ll have the contents in Rocket League.

LOOK FLASH WITH XENOSPLASH! 

So concentrated on the road you're in another world? The Xenosplash Boost comes to the Fortnite ecosystem via the Xenosplash Boost Bundle! This Bundle in the Shop includes the Boost plus 13 different paint colors 

If you’re feeling illustrious, consider pairing this Boost with the Lustrum X10 Wheels also making their Fortnite debut. These Wheels are available in the Shop via the Lustrum X10 Wheels Bundle, which includes the Wheels and 12 different paint colors!

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Like Diestro, the Xenosplash Boost and Lustrum X10 Wheels are eligible for cross-game ownership.

MAJOR IMPROVEMENTS AND BUG FIXES 

  • You can now perform an Air Roll! Just hold the left trigger button while midair (or the spacebar on PC) and steer to spin through the air. You can also pair your rolls with your thrusters to fly across the track. We’re looking for feedback on this new advanced mechanic, so let us know what you think.
  • Various Quests have been adjusted so that they can be progressed by playing Speed Run, Racing, or both! Quest descriptions have also been updated to reflect this.
  • Further improvements to collisions while grounded have been made when hitting the environment to prevent getting stuck. We will continue to make improvements as needed.
  • Improved checkpoint crossing times, and exposed one more millisecond digit to the scoreboard for more accurate time tracking.
  • Increased the minimum speed to demolish in the air when hitting the front of the car, to match the speed required to demolish when grounded (400 KPH).
  • Achieving a new drift boost while one is already active will now always give you the full impulse for a short duration instead of only making up the difference. This was partially the case in v28.20, but drift boosts that were smaller than the one you had were only 50% as effective.
  • While you’re drifting, your wheels should now visually steer more sharply.
  • You can no longer get bonus speed from a speed pad if your car already has an active stack of bonus speed from that same speed pad. You can still stack bonus speed from multiple different speed pads.
  • Fixed an issue causing cars to sometimes launch backwards when landing an aerial drift after performing a lateral air dodge.

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Improvements in Fortnite Update 28.30

The latest Fortnite update, version 28.30, introduces a thrilling new mode called Speed Run in Rocket Racing. Now, players can challenge themselves against the clock, aiming to set the best lap times on beloved tracks like Riviera and Anaconda. With the inclusion of a ghost feature, you can track and learn from your best runs, refining your skills and shaving off precious seconds.

Whether in public or private matches, the focus is solely on achieving the fastest lap times, as player collisions are turned off. Additionally, the update brings electrifying quests linked to Speed Run, offering rewards such as the Sprintspark Trail and a variety of paint colors for Sprintspark. These quests add an extra layer of excitement and challenges for players until March 26, 2024.

On the mobile front, version 28.30 enhances the Rocket Racing experience with improvements catering specifically to mobile players. The touchscreen D-pad has been upgraded to a touchscreen joystick, providing better precision in driving, and players can adjust the joystick sensitivity in the settings.

The visual appearance of the mobile HUD has also undergone a facelift, ensuring a more user-friendly interface. Alongside these mobile enhancements, the update introduces two new additions to the Fortnite ecosystem: the Diestro Car Body and the Xenosplash Boost Bundle.

These cosmetic options allow players to personalize their Rocket Racing experience further. The update also brings major gameplay improvements, including the introduction of the Air Roll mechanic, allowing players to perform mid-air rolls for advanced maneuvering. Various quests have been adjusted to allow progression through Speed Run or Racing, and numerous bug fixes contribute to an overall smoother and more enjoyable gaming experience.

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Fortnite Gameplay 

Fortnite offers a variety of gameplay experiences across different modes. In "Save the World," players team up to tackle missions after a strange storm wipes out most of the population, facing zombie-like creatures called "husks." The goal is to collect resources, save survivors, and defend against storms.

Players can level up characters and gear by earning in-game items through missions. In "Battle Royale," up to 100 players compete to be the last one standing. They parachute onto the map, scavenge for weapons and resources, and navigate a shrinking play area. The last player or team alive wins.

Creative mode lets players unleash their creativity by building their worlds, from battle arenas to race courses. Whether cooperating in Save the World, battling in Battle Royale, or building in Creative, Fortnite encourages players to be inventive and strategic in their gameplay.

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Fortnite Overview

Developer

Epic Games

Publisher

Epic Games

Platform

macOS, Windows, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, iOS, Nintendo Switch, Android, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5

Genre

Survival, battle royale, sandbox

Release

Fortnite Festival - December 9, 2023

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Fortnite Update 28.30 Patch Notes - FAQs

1. What is the key feature introduced in Fortnite Update 28.30?

The update brings a new mode called Speed Run in Rocket Racing, challenging players to set the best lap times against the clock.

2. Who is the headliner for the Fortnite Festival Season 2 in the update?

Lady Gaga is the headliner, and players can unlock her skin and enjoy her songs as Jam Tracks.

3. How can players progress in the Speed Run Kickoff Quests?

Completing runs in Speed Run allows players to progress in the quests, unlocking rewards like the Sprintspark Trail and 13 paint colors for Sprintspark.

4. What major improvement is introduced for mobile players in v28.30?

The update enhances the Rocket Racing experience on mobile with a new touchscreen joystick for better driving precision, and a revamped mobile HUD for improved visuals.

5. What is the new cosmetic option available in the Fortnite ecosystem?

The Diestro Car Body, along with various decals, is introduced in the Diestro Car Bundle, allowing players to personalize their Rocket Racing experience.

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