Fortnite update delayed after mysterious issue with latest patch release

The latest Fortnite update has been delayed after the creators of the wildly popular game revealed an issue with the v7.40 patch release. The update was due to be released this week ahead of the widely-anticipated Season 8 of the battle royale sensation. Delays to the patch will affect all platforms that support Fortnite, including PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, PC and mobile users. "Due to a last minute issue we've discovered within the v7.40 release, the update will be delayed," Fortnite tweeted. "We'll give you an exact time when we lock it down."