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Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 3 Springfield Reloaded release countdown: Exact date and time
Fortnite is set to launch its "Springfield Reloaded" update on Thursday 30 July 2026, bringing back a Simpsons-themed map as one of the final major content drops of Chapter 7 Season 3. The update reintroduces the Springfield map into the Reload rotation with a fresh twist, giving players new areas and Simpsons-branded content to explore before the season concludes.
The update goes live across all platforms at 11am BST (10am UTC, 3am PDT), once scheduled maintenance is complete. It includes a 50-player Springfield Reloaded map featuring a new mystery location alongside the original nine points of interest, Simpsons-themed weapons and loot including a new Assault Rifle, and fresh quests unlocking rewards such as four new Sprites, starting with Llama and Peely on release day, with Gem and Quack Sprites expected later. Unconfirmed rumours also point to possible John Wick and Spider-Man Sprites, alongside new skins and cosmetics in the item shop.
In short
- Fortnite's Simpsons-themed Springfield Reloaded update launches 30 July 2026
- Goes live 11am BST after maintenance; new map for 50 players
- Adds Simpsons weapons, quests, new Sprites and rumoured extra cosmetics
Explained simply
Fortnite is a free online game where up to 100 players compete in matches across constantly changing virtual worlds. The game structures its content into chapters and seasons, each lasting several months and introducing new maps, weapons and cosmetic items before moving to the next chapter.
The Springfield Reloaded update reintroduces a map based on the American animated television series The Simpsons. Players will explore the fictional town of Springfield with new areas and original locations, whilst using Simpsons-themed weapons and earning cosmetic rewards to customise their character.
The update launches on 30 July 2026 and will be available across all platforms where Fortnite is played. Players will complete quests and challenges on the map to earn cosmetic rewards, with additional items rolling out over subsequent weeks through the in-game shop.