Is Fortnite Reload permanent?

Fortnite players love the new mode so much they don't want it to end.

Fortnite Reload's Tilted Towers area with a locked padlock drawing over it.
Image via Epic Games. Remix by Dot Esports

Fortnite Reload is already causing mixed feelings in the Fortnite community. Everyone is wondering if this mode will be permanent or temporary. While Epic Games hasn’t clearly said if Fortnite Reload is permanent, it’s likely permanent.

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We asked Epic Games for confirmation, but Fortnite Reload is similar to other permanent modes like LEGO Fortnite, Fortnite Festival, and Rocket Racing. It’s a standalone experience. Since it’s been a while since Fortnite had limited-time modes like years ago, it’s safe to assume that Epic doesn’t plan to remove Fortnite Reload anytime soon.

If Fortnite OG wasn’t permanent, why would Fortnite Reload be?

Official banner of Fortnite season OG.
Many players still miss the OG Season. Image via Epic Games

The main difference is that Fortnite OG was a main Fortnite battle royale season in 2023, meaning the game was changed to become Fortnite OG. Since Fortnite seasons are always temporary, Fortnite OG had to be temporary and lasted only a few weeks. That’s why it eventually ended. Fortnite Reload, however, is a separate game mode. While Fortnite Reload is available, the standard Fortnite battle royale experience and its seasons continue. So, Fortnite Reload isn’t tied to the main Fortnite battle royale experience and can stay longer.

Since Fortnite Reload is a separate game mode and not part of the main battle royale experience, there’s no need to link it to a specific schedule.

Epic Games could confirm if Fortnite Reload is permanent, but this could be tricky. Players might get upset if it says it’s permanent and later remove it. If Epic says it’s not permanent, players could complain and ask for it to stay, creating false expectations. This could reduce player engagement because people might not want to invest time in a mode they think won’t last.

Why do people care about Fortnite Reload’s duration?

Many people love the idea of returning to the original seasons and the nostalgic feel of the early game. While some people enjoy the game as it is now, others don’t like the respawns, smaller map, and shorter matches.

So, both groups of people are asking if Fortnite Reload will be permanent. One group already loves it and wants to spend more time playing the mode, improving, and enjoying it as long as possible. The other group doesn’t like how the game feels now but hopes it will improve to give them a similar experience to Fortnite OG in Chapter Four. Everyone wonders if this mode is permanent because both scenarios depend on Epic Games continuing to update the game.

Simply enjoy Reload and have fun

For now, I think the best way to describe Fortnite Reload is that it’s staying for an undetermined time. It doesn’t have an end date right now, but we can’t say it’s staying forever because Epic Games might shut it down at any time. But that probably won’t happen soon, so my advice is to just play the game. Enjoy it, and don’t worry if it’s ending soon or not. Play with your friends, have fun if you like the game. If you don’t like it, skip it. Maybe there will be an update in the future that will give you the classic Fortnite experience you’re hoping for. So don’t worry, just have fun, play the game, and you’ll find out in time if the mode will end or not. By then, you’ll have already enjoyed it and made the most of it.

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Bhernardo Viana
Bhernardo is senior guides writer and strategist at Dot Esports. He's been working in the gaming industry for over 9 years, with works published on Destructoid, Prima Games, ESPN, and more. A fan of Pokémon since 6 years old and an avid Steam Deck and Nintendo Switch player. Now writing strategy and quests guides for several mobile and PC titles.