Epic Games has released update v34.10 for Fortnite Ballistic on March 10, 2025, introducing several technical improvements while announcing plans for new maps, weapons, and gadgets coming in April. The developers are also actively seeking player feedback to shape the future of this competitive 5v5 mode.
Full Lobbies Now Required for Ballistic Matches
Starting with the v34.10 update, Fortnite Ballistic matches will no longer begin unless lobbies are completely full with 5v5 teams. This change aims to ensure balanced gameplay and proper competitive integrity in every match.
The update primarily focuses on technical fixes and improvements, laying groundwork for more substantial content additions planned for April. Epic has addressed several issues that players have reported since Ballistic's launch.
Technical Improvements in v34.10
The latest patch includes numerous technical fixes to enhance the Ballistic experience:
- Improvements to server/client data exchange to prevent "elim-trading" (players can no longer eliminate each other simultaneously)
- Fixed an issue where players could lose control of the camera
- Fixed persistent sliding visual and sound effects that would continue after sliding ended
- Corrected weapon positioning for firearms with optics
- Improved light reflection effects when moving around corners
- Fixed spectator UI showing eliminated players with full health
- Corrected disappearing weapon attachments when standing close to walls
- Fixed mobile-specific visual issues with flashbangs
- Polished player animations for lateral movement
- Fixed weapon recoil visual inconsistencies
- Corrected a typo in the "Time's Up" end-of-round message
New Maps and Weapons Coming in April
The development team has announced exciting content additions coming to Fortnite Ballistic in April 2025. Players can look forward to:
- Two new maps being added as "shells" - fully designed layouts without all environmental details
- New weapons to expand the tactical arsenal
- Additional gadgets for more strategic gameplay options
These "shell" maps represent an interesting approach to map deployment, allowing players to experience new layouts while Epic continues to refine environmental details and visual elements.
What's Coming in v34.20?
Before the April content drop, Epic plans to release update v34.20 in late March 2025. This update will be accompanied by a developer blog post discussing player feedback and how the team plans to address community concerns.
Epic Seeks Player Feedback
The Fortnite team is actively seeking player input on multiple aspects of Ballistic mode, including:
- Mode timings and match pacing
- Existing weapons and gadgets balance
- Movement and shooting mechanics
- The Skyline 10 map design
- Credit economy system
- User interface and experience
Players can provide feedback through in-game post-match surveys, online forums like the Fortnite Battle Royale subreddit, or by joining discussions in the English Fortnite Discord.
How Will Player Feedback Shape Ballistic's Future?
Epic's commitment to gathering player input suggests that Fortnite Ballistic remains in an evolving state. The development team appears to be taking a measured approach with this competitive mode, making incremental improvements based on real player experiences rather than rushing major changes.
The upcoming v34.20 update in late March will likely provide insights into how player feedback is influencing development priorities for the April content additions.
Ballistic's Growing Place in the Fortnite Ecosystem
As Fortnite continues to expand its gameplay offerings beyond the core battle royale experience, Ballistic represents Epic's venture into the tactical shooter space. The mode's 5v5 format and focus on precision gunplay provides a distinctly different experience from Fortnite's building-focused battle royale.
With these continued updates and the planned content additions for April, Epic is demonstrating a commitment to establishing Ballistic as a permanent and evolving part of the Fortnite ecosystem rather than a limited-time experiment.
Players interested in trying out the latest improvements can download the v34.10 update now, with more substantial content additions coming in April 2025.