Update v1.7 Bug Fixes

Update v1.7.1 of Fortnite released on October 11th, 2017. Due to the size of this update, patch notes are on this separate page. For the main page, go here.

Gameplay

 * Fixed an issue that was causing the Wall Dynamo trap not to damage Husks.
 * Fixed an issue where Tier 3 Hydraulic Sniper Rifles would not evolve to Tier 4 Crystal Hydraulic Sniper Rifles.
 * These weapons will evolve normally now.
 * Fixed a bug which caused players to instantly teleport to a Teleport pad when moving it.
 * Fixed an issue that caused weapons which stacked (bottle rockets, etc) not to auto-equip a different weapon once the stack was depleted.
 * Fixed the Shock Phase tactical perk to correctly limit stacking.
 * Currently the perk was giving much more than the intended bonus. This has been corrected.
 * Fixed an evolution issue for the Tier 4 Crystal Maverick shotgun, and all tiers of the Bandit shotgun.
 * These weapons will now evolve normally.
 * Fixed an issue where Mimics would immediately despawn after being activated.
 * Now players should have no issues with Mimics disappearing with their loot.

Heroes

 * Fixed an issue that was causing the Charged Fist ability to not apply the full 200% damage bonus.
 * Fixed an issue that caused the Outlander's Anti-Material charge to stop abruptly when traveling.
 * Now the Ability will go the expected distance.
 * Fixed an issue where the Bull Rush animation would continue to play after being knocked down if the player activated Bull Rush just before getting knocked down.
 * Fixed an issue that caused the Anti-Material Charge ability to cancel itself if used without being fully charged.
 * This issue occurred when the Charged Fist perk was equipped.
 * Fixed an issue where throwing stars were going through Husks without doing any damage.
 * Throwing stars will now damage enemies regardless of angle or distance thrown.
 * Fixed an issue that was causing stuttering while double jumping as the Ninja.
 * Players should now be able to jump around without issue.
 * Fixed an issue that was causing Bull Rush to be able to hit player’s Defenders.
 * Bull Rush will no longer damage defenders.
 * Fixed an issue causing the Wings of the Dragon perk to stop short.
 * Any Ninja that has this perk equipped will now travel the full distance.

Missions

 * Fixed an issue that was causing players to be unable to find Objective B in "Deliver the Bomb" missions.
 * Players should now have no problem finding the objectives.

UI

 * Fixed an issue where the lobby timer would briefly show an incorrect time.
 * Fixed a description typo for the Enforcer Grizzly hero.
 * Fixed a number of instances of cut off text.
 * Fixed a rare bug which caused the UI to not display certain components after rejoining a zone in progress.
 * Fixed an issue where disconnecting caused the player to receive a level 1 chest regardless of what chest should have been earned.
 * Now the player will receive the correct rewards even after disconnection.
 * Fixed an issue where cards would not display the correct color rarity.

Art/Animation

 * Fixed an issue that caused the muzzle flash to endlessly loop after firing the Trooper Assault Rifle with alterations.

Online

 * Fixed a crash that could occur if shutting down immediately after logging in.
 * Fixed a rare issue where party members wouldn't join a server with the party leader.
 * Fixed a rare crash while matchmaking.

General

 * Fixed an issue where players couldn't apply Fullscreen mode.
 * Fixed several client and server crash conditions.
 * Fixed a few localization issues.

PC/Mac Only

 * Fixed an issue where players couldn't view all available banner categories on PC.
 * Players will now be able to change their banner at will.
 * Fixed a crash during shutdown on PC if the player was mid-purchase of real-money products.

XBox Only
Fixed an issue where Xbox emoji’s were breaking chat rooms.