Fortnite developer Epic Games has introduced a brand new launch date for replace 24.40 on PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch and PC. Originally tipped to launch on May 16, the delayed Fortnite replace will now be launched on May 17 as a substitute. With the brand new replace ushering within the launch of the Ranked Play Season Zero beta, it is believed Epic is ironing out one or two points forward of the launch.

Epic introduced the news on Twitter, alongside affirmation of the brand new launch date.

"We will now be targeting May 17th for the release of v24.40 alongside the newly announced Ranked," reads an Epic tweet.

"We'll provide another update with details about v24.40's expected downtime as we have it."

If it is something like earlier updates, the precise timings will likely be introduced later within the night (of May 16).

The sport is anticipated to go offline at round 8am BST UK time, earlier than returning at 10am BST. 

You'll must obtain and set up the replace if you wish to play on-line in Battle Royale, Creative and Zero Build.

Ranked Play provides gamers the chance to climb from Bronze to Unreal stage by profitable video games, match placement and eliminating opponents.

It all begins with Season Zero on May 16, which serves as a beta of types. Ranked Play Season Zero lasts till the top of Battle Royale Chapter 4, Season 3 - at which level it will likely be changed by the official launch.

Epic explains extra: "Your starting Battle Royale rank and Zero Build rank in Season Zero will be based on your past match performance, as well as your performance in your first Ranked Battle Royale and Ranked Zero Build match.

"For Battle Royale and Zero Build, you’ll solely must play one Ranked match to have your rank revealed."

In addition to Ranked Play, the brand new Fortnite replace will introduce the newest popular culture crossover, as Spider-Verse skins be part of the merchandise store.