Fortnite OG Rocket Live Event Returns July 26

Epic Games is set to relaunch the original Fortnite Rocket Launch event, known as Blast Off, on July 26 at 2 PM Eastern Time in the Fortnite OG mode, allowing players to relive the iconic 2018 moment. The event originally featured a rocket launch by the mysterious Visitor that disrupted matches and introduced Fortnite's storyline, and while the new version is expected to be largely similar, there may be new elements such as a safe zone for spectators or visual changes like a different crack in the sky. This event marks the beginning of the end for Fortnite OG Season 4, which concludes on August 7, and has generated mixed reactions among the community, with some eager for nostalgia and others hoping for map-changing effects. Players are encouraged to log in early to avoid queues and experience the event live, as datamining and spoiler debates are already active within the community. Despite some veterans expressing fatigue, many who missed the original event welcome this second chance to witness a landmark moment in Fortnite's history.