Fortnite experienced a significant disruption during its live event, the Zero Hour, on November 29. This outage led to frustrations among players who reported issues, particularly a black screen error.
Details of the Fortnite Live Event Crash
As reports surfaced, Downdetector indicated that over 2,500 users were affected by the server issues, with 67 percent citing connection problems. Major cities, including New York and Los Angeles, were particularly impacted.
Social Media Reactions
- Many users took to social media to express their frustrations.
- Comments included suggestions to watch the event on YouTube instead and jokes about the crash.
- Players shared similar experiences, describing their game screens going black during the event.
One user detailed their experience, noting they had to exit and re-enter the game multiple times. They were unsure if others faced the same issue, expressing disappointment that the event was ruined.
Fixing Black Screen Issues in Fortnite
In response to the widespread black screen problems, Fortnite Status advised players to restart their game client and attempt to re-queue for the event. For those continuing to encounter difficulties, several troubleshooting methods may help.
How to Address the Black Screen Problem
- Check and update game drivers.
- Verify Fortnite files via the Epic Games launcher:
- Open the Epic Games library.
- Click on the three dots next to Fortnite.
- Select “Manage,” then choose “Verify.”
Despite these steps, much of the issue appears to stem from Fortnite’s servers. Users may have to wait for a complete resolution from Epic Games.
Previous Server Issues
This recent outage follows a similar event earlier this month during the launch of the Simpsons-themed event. Players have been experiencing ongoing connectivity problems, raising concerns regarding server stability.
As Fortnite continues to evolve, addressing these technical challenges will be crucial for maintaining player satisfaction and engagement.
