Fortnite receives its first major update of 2026 this Friday, January 9th, marking the start of the year with an explosive collaboration. Epic Games, the game’s developer, is releasing version v39.20 globally for all platforms, bringing the irreverent universe of South Park into the battle royale. With the scheduled time following the company’s usual pattern, servers will undergo maintenance before the official arrival of the new content, which should leave the game temporarily unavailable. This update is relevant as it seals the first major partnership of the year and promises a unique collection of cosmetic items for the millions of Brazilian players.
The update process follows Epic Games’ usual schedule, but the exact time servers come back online may vary slightly depending on the region. However, due to the time zone, players in Brazil can expect the new content to be available still during the afternoon or early evening this Friday. The expectation revolves around new skins based on the main characters of the animated series, such as Stan, Kyle, and Kenny. Additionally, a new thematic battle pass should offer a variety of collectible items, while special missions and NPCs inspired by the world of South Park are expected to appear on the map to expand the experience.
What to expect from the collaboration with South Park?
Although Epic Games keeps some content secret until the release, the first information points to an implementation faithful to the animation’s unique style. Thus, it will be no surprise to see the characteristic visuals and sharp humor of South Park translated into Fortnite’s graphic universe. Beyond cosmetics, which are the main attraction, players can anticipate a change in the Island’s weather and hidden references that dedicated fans will love to discover. The remaining question is: how will the flat and satirical aesthetic of the characters integrate with the game’s vibrant and detailed graphics?
The collaboration with South Park represents more than just skins; it is a strategic move to keep the player base engaged at the start of the year. Following the success of previous partnerships, Epic Games demonstrates that it continues to invest in high-impact pop culture content to attract different audiences. Therefore, even those who are not regular players may be tempted to return to the Island to collect these exclusive items. With the update already at the door, it’s time to prepare the download and follow the official social media to not miss any detail of what promises to be one of the most memorable collaborations of 2026 in Fortnite.
