Fortnite bug kicking players while reviving teammates investigated

M Alzamora Published 29/07/2019

Developer Epic Games will soon fix a bug that boots you straight out of a Fortnite game when you try to revive a fallen teammate.

Footage of the bug on Reddit shows someone tries to pick their friend up, but instead of a lengthy channeling animation leading to their saving the day, a succinct message informs the player that they’ve eliminated themselves.

This issue hasn’t generated the same level of awareness as some of Fortnite’s earlier problems, likely because it may not be afflicting as significant a chunk of the community. Still, enough folks have chimed in on it to get Epic’s attention.

An Epic developer spent quality time in the thread to gather details from the reporting players. While there wasn’t immediate confirmation that proper fixes were already in the works, the developer did send details of the situation over to the relevant teams. Epic also posted the issue on its bug tracker, a sign that this sits high on the studio’s list of priorities.

Reproducing the bug doesn’t appear to be a simple matter, and there are no early hints about what’s causing it. One player mentioned their example occurred while teaming up with someone from a different region, but Epic hasn’t yet made public any of its own suspicions as to the cause.

Although there doesn’t yet seem to be widespread grief in the Fortnite community, a bug this bizarre and nasty warrants immediate investigation. It has the potential to spiral out of control if server mismatches are a fault. A rare client bug is less scary than one that permeates the game, but it still merits a look.

Epic has been quite busy since its team returned from a two-week vacation. Since that time, it has introduced new items, produced an absurd death battle, fixed one of Fortnite’s most hated bugs, and concluded a successful $30 million tournament. The schedule doesn’t slow down from here, with Fortnite Season 10 said to be on tap August 1.

M Alzamora

About M Alzamora

There are few things that writer M Alzamora loves more in life than Pokemon. And there are even fewer things that she loves more than her favorite Pokemon, Eevee. But M’s appreciation for gaming isn’t just limited to Nintendo’s famous pocket monsters. She’s interested in every type of game across every genre of gaming, and she has the credentials to prove it. M’s work has also been seen on Working Classicists and gaming sites.

View full profile

Read Also

News

Has a Fortnite Collaboration Revealed the Kingdom Hearts 4 Release Date? Zachary Roberts There is currently very little information in the public domain about the upcoming Kingdom Hearts 4 from Square Enix. We know the game exists, and we know it's going to be available on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC, even if there isn't even a release date yet. There's been no trailer yet, either, just a blink-and-you'll-miss-it teaser from a Nintendo Direct. But a Fortnite collaboration leak, of ...

Esports Betting

MLBB is the most-watched game from the EWC, and it’s hard to see another game beating it Michael Hassall The Esports World Cup 2026 has officially passed its midway point and viewership figures for the tournament have surpassed many expectations so far, as per Esports Charts. The viewership tracking site revealed new statistics for the event on Aug. 6, showcasing just how many games had set new records in viewership, including one name leading the way in views: Mobile Legends: Bang Bang. MLBB leads the viewership charts with the ...

Fortnite

A Guide to All Fortnite Icon Series Skins So Far Zachary Roberts Are you wondering about all the Fortnite Icon Series skins in the game so far? There are plenty, and more are added all the time. These essentially represent real-life people. In some instances, they are also made-up characters that are portrayed by real people. The game is full of collaborations, and this series collabs with real things. For skins, that means people. For emotes, that means real songs or dances. ...

Fortnite

These Are the Best Fortnite Players of All Time in 2026 Zachary Roberts The best Fortnite players put casual gamers to shame. They have mastered the craft to an incredible level since the game initially launched in 2017 and are capable of performances and consistency that intermittent players can only dream of. This is true to such an extent that watching them at work is almost like viewing a a totally different game. Simply put, there are levels to Fortnite, and the following ...

Fortnite

Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4: Confirmed Collabs, Date, and More Details Zachary Roberts Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4 is on the way! Season 3 is climaxing soon, and it will give way to a fresh season with new characters, items, storyline, and plenty more. Because the new season is so close, leaks are coming thick and fast. Some are even being confirmed outright before the season arrives. Here is exactly what you need to know. It has long been known that Fortnite Chapter ...

Fortnite

Fortnite Adds Proximity Chat Back in a Very Limited Way Zachary Roberts In September 2025, Fortnite added proximity chat for the first time. It was something fans had wanted for a long time, so Epic Games added a dedicated game mode, Delulu Mode, to allow it. In that mode, players could talk to nearby players via proximity chat, recruiting them to team up or to troll them. You could even join and leave teams as much as you wanted. That mode, and ...

Twitch

Lacy Announces He Is Leaving CORE As Ludwig Questions the Group’s Future Khizar Mundia Ludwig Ahgren recently discussed CORE and claimed that the group will fail. Nick “Lacy” Fosco initially defended the organization before announcing in an X post that he was leaving CORE. Lacy is known for his over-the-top streams and memorable Fortnite content. The streamer left FaZe Clan during the organization’s mass exodus and joined CORE along with the key members of FaZe. The new organization has since been growing consistently, but streamer ...