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Things to do while you wait in queue for Fortnite

Waiting in the Fornite queue is the best.

When a new Fortnite season comes out, everyone is eager to play it (me included), but servers can only handle a finite amount of players. Here's what to do when you're waiting in queue for a new Fortnite season.

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Things to do while you wait in queue for Fortnite

The best solution for the Fortnite queue is to avoid rush hours and log in later. But if you want to play the game as soon as possible, all you can do is be patient. The queue time shown on the screen is precise so that you can plan your time accordingly.

If you're waiting in queue for a new Fortnite season, below is a few things you can do to make the wait more bearable.

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  • Read what's new in the latest Fortnite season - If you know that there are going to be long wait times, be prepared for it. Set aside time to wait and read our handy Fortnite guides, like Rarest Gliders in Fortnite.
  • Try logging in at different times. If you're having trouble getting into a match, try logging in at different times of the day. The wait times may be shorter during off-peak hours.
  • Play games on your mobile device - While you wait in a queue, turn to your mobile device and enjoy some casual gaming.
  • Prepare tactics for a new Fortnite map - If you have any friends waiting in a queue, you can chat with them about the best ways to survive and win in a new Fortnite map.
  • Be patient - Developers are probably working hard to get everyone into the game quickly. So, be patient, do something fun, and enjoy the wait.

Usual wait times in Fortnite at new season launch

The expected wait times in Fortnite when a new season comes along vary depending on the time of day and the region you're playing from. However, it's not unusual to wait for 30 minutes or more to get into a Fortnite match during the first few days. If you're unsure how long the wait times will be, it's best to check the Fortnite server status.

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Nebojša Prijić
Nebojša Prijić is a senior staff writer at Pro Game Guides with over 25 years of experience in journalism, screenwriting, and copywriting. He previously worked as Editor-in-Chief of Maxim Serbia magazine and the IGN Adria website. Nebojša is an old-school gamer who loves real-time strategies, shooters, and RPGs, but most of all, he plays Roblox and mobile games with his son. He remembers the first Diablo, PC games on a single floppy disk, and playing Mortal Kombat on the keyboard.