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Fortnite v16.30 patch notes: New Exotic Bow, LTM, bug fixes and map changes

With the Fortnite v16.30 update via patch notes, Epic Games is releasing a new Exotic Bow, a new LTM, deploying bug fixes and more.
Fortnite v16.30 patch notes: New Exotic Bow, LTM, bug fixes and map changes

It's been two weeks since the previous Fortnite update, and on 27th April, we finally get to see what the Fortnite v16.30 update holds. While Epic Games does not share the official, full patch notes for a Fortnite update, we've got you covered with the Fortnite v16.30 patch notes, which includes a brand-new Exotic Bow, a new LTM called The Floor Restores, bug fixes, map changes and even some inventory improvements. Let's dive into the Fortnite v16.30 patch notes.

Fortnite v16.30 file siz

The Fortnite v16.30 update is now live and weighs in at roughly 1.7GB on PC.

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New Exotic Bow in Fortnite v16.30

A brand-new Exotic Bow will be entering the Battle Royale, as Epic revealed a short line: "Keep 'em guessing with a new, unpredictable Exotic Bow."

Fortnite v16.30 patch notes update new exotic bow LTM bug fixes improvements crafting inventory map changes(Picture: Epic Games)

The new Exotic Bow is none other than the Unstable Bow, and we've got a guide on how to get it.

There's also Raz's Explosive Bow, a new Mythic weapon that you can get your hands on with our dedicated guide.

Fortnite v16.30 map changes

There are a few of additions and changes to the map in the Fortnite v16.30 update. 

A small island has formed South of Flush Factory for an upcoming Bat Shack as part of Batman Fortnite Zero Point Issue #2. Image below via FNAssist.

Fortnite v16.30 patch notes update new exotic bow LTM bug fixes improvements crafting inventory map changes

A brand new Football Pitch at Dirty Docks for the NPC that spawns there is another map change.

Fortnite v16.30 patch notes update new exotic bow LTM bug fixes improvements crafting inventory map changes

The Football Pitch at Holly Hedges has been updated.

Fortnite v16.30 patch notes update new exotic bow LTM bug fixes improvements crafting inventory map changes

The Bat Shack to the right of Slurpy Swamp Factories. 

Fortnite v16.30 patch notes update new exotic bow LTM bug fixes improvements crafting inventory map changes

 

Fortnite LTM: The Floor Restores

A new limited-time mode (LTM) is entering Fortnite with the v16.30 update. It is called "The Floor Restores" and looks to be the opposite of The Floor is Lava. 

Epic Games only gave a short description of this mode, stating: "Stay low, stay safe in a new LTM this weekend: The Floor Restores."

The new LTM will become available this weekend, likely starting on 30th April 2021.

Fortnite Inventory & Crafting Improvements

There are quality-of-life improvements to both crafting and the Inventory in Fortnite v16.30.

Epic Games explains the crafting improvement: "You can now hold the Inventory button with a Craftable item in-hand to jump right to the Crafting tab and hit Accept. No more navigating menus in a gunfight!"

Further, inspecting an item will now show the exact number values for stats such as damage and fire rate.

Fortnite v16.30 patch notes: Bug fixes

As always, our source of information regarding bug fixes in a new Fortnite update is the official Trello board, where Epic Games marks certain fixes with "Fixed in the next game update".

Fortnite v16.30 patch notes update new exotic bow LTM bug fixes improvements crafting inventory map changes(Picture: Epic Games)

Below, you can find the official Fortnite v16.30 patch notes for bug that have been fixed.

  • When playing Fortnite, players cannot create system-level parties that include players on both PS5 and PS4.
  • Players may receive a Quest from Jonesy The First to speak to Tarana, Lara Croft, Raven, Cluck, or Cobb'. This Quest currently does not grant rewards. 
  • The visual effects of the Storm may appear when outside of the Storm's edge.
  • The "Bad Clams" / "Destroy Fungus" quest in Scurvy Shoals have a low spawn objective rate.

So there you have it, the Fortnite v16.30 patch notes.