Chaos hits the Island as Homer clones flood Fortnite, a new Makeup Shotgun shakes up close combat, and Springfield meets battle royale madness in the explosive November 19 update.
Fortnite Update 38.11 Simpsons Season Full Patch Notes
Fortnite Update 38.11 brings the long-awaited Simpsons Season, adding Homer clones, new themed cosmetics, and the chaotic Makeup Shotgun to the island. Players can explore Springfield-inspired locations, complete crossover quests, and collect limited-time items featuring the Simpson family. Balance tweaks, bug fixes, and performance improvements round out the update, keeping matches smoother and gameplay fresh ahead of the holiday events.
Homer Clones Invade Springfield
Springfield is packed with wandering Homer clones, each one causing small bits of trouble across town. Especially when you are near them, they might end up chasing you. They spawn in set waves and drop light loot when cleared out. Spawn them by destroying the donut pinatas. Expect them to show up in more landmarks as the season moves forward.
Homer’s Makeup Shotgun Weapon Arrives
The Makeup Shotgun is now available as a short-range powerhouse that fits Homer’s chaotic flair. It fires two heavy bursts that reward close-quarters play and has a slow reload to balance the punch. You can find it in chests, floor loot, and special Springfield drops.
Zero Hour Countdown Goes Live
The new timer for the Chapter 6 end has appeared on the island, marking the lead-up to the Zero Hour live event. The countdown is visible from major POIs and updates in real time. Expect map effects and small teasers to appear as the clock gets closer to zero. Once it is over, Chapter 7 of Fortnite will start.
Party Up Winter Rush Quests and Rewards
Winter Rush quests are now active, giving players XP tasks that must be completed with friends in a party. Each milestone unlocks a seasonal cosmetic, ending with the Cuddle Bear skin. The event stays live until November 29, so players have a short but manageable window to finish the run.
New F1 Cars and Racers in Item Shop
The update also added new F1 cars and racers’ cosmetics to Fortnite. This includes the popular Ferrari F40, F1-themed pickaxe, gliders, and more.
Where to find Homer donuts and spawn locations on the map
Homer donuts appear as giant floating donuts on the Fortnite map, primarily spawning around Springfield Island shortly after a Storm Circle is revealed. Check your map for the Homer and donut icon to locate them efficiently.
Spawn Mechanics
These donuts drop from “donut storms” during specific storm phases, like the third circle, releasing clusters of Homer clones upon landing. Destroying the donut piñata frees even more clones inside it, ideal for quests like eliminating 15 Homers.
Key Locations
Homer clones and donuts cluster at high-traffic POIs such as Springfield Town Square, Evergreen Terrace, and Cletus’ Corn Hole. Roaming clones also appear across streets and irradiated fields, often tied to sky drops.
Best time in match to check for donut storm spawns
Donut storms in Fortnite’s Simpsons collaboration spawn reliably during mid-game phases. The optimal time to check is right after the second or third storm circle closes, when map icons signal their arrival around Springfield.
Timing Details
Expect donut storms as the third storm begins shrinking, often forming a distinctive ring pattern on the map with pink circles and frosted donut icons. They typically last until the next storm eye activates, giving a brief window for quests like surviving 30 seconds inside.
Tips for Checking
Monitor the map frequently around storm 3-5 (mid-match, after 10-15 minutes), as early-game circles behave normally. Rotate toward the storm ring’s edge using vehicles for faster access, since storms often appear far from your position.
