New Fortnite Season Details: Trailer & Official Announcements

Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 4 is almost here, and Epic Games has started dropping official updates ahead of the launch. The release date is locked in, downtime is expected, and teaser posts are already live. There’s a new theme on the way, a fresh Battle Pass, and one of the biggest crossovers Fortnite has done in a while. We’ve also got word on when the full trailer and patch notes will arrive. Here’s everything you should know heading into the Fortnite new season.

What's Known about Fortnite New Season?

Fortnite new season, Chapter 6 Season 4, officially begins on August 7, 2025. While Epic hasn’t confirmed the exact end date yet, it’s expected to run for around two and a half months, based on their usual seasonal pacing. So far, Epic Games hasn’t posted any major blog updates or patch previews, but teaser posts like this one and this one confirm the bug invasion theme and introduce a new weapon called the Swarmstrike.

New Season Official Trailer

The main cinematic reveal and blog post are coming August 6, just one day before launch. The usual breakdown of patch content, Battle Pass, and gameplay changes will go live alongside the trailer on Fortnite’s official YouTube channel. A live-action trailer was already released on August 5, giving an early look at the OXR faction and the new alien threat.

Fortnite New Season Leaks

Ahead of the launch, leakers have already revealed most of the Battle Pass skins and early gameplay features. Halo Spartans, Power Rangers, and a rumored Megazord are all part of the crossover lineup. You can check out everything we know in this Fortnite New Season Leaks roundup. The alien enemies are tied to a bug invasion plot, and a new companion system may also be on the way — also, a prediction about the duration of the new season here.