Reality folded in on itself as players were pulled through space and time, witnessing the Butterfly Event’s spectacular return in Fortnite OG. From collapsing rifts to a glowing zero point, here’s everything that went down and what it means for the next chapter.
The Butterfly event was no different, as it allowed players to interact with the rift butterfly – just as they did seven years ago. It also offered a conclusion to the Cube saga, at least for the time being.
The event kicked off precisely at 2 PM ET during in-progress matches and lasted for around 2 minutes. Unlike the Simpsons event, there appeared to be no matchmaking errors or an on-screen countdown timer on the Island. So, if you missed the event, we’ve got a handy recap for you right here.
What Happened in Fortnite OG Butterfly Live Event Today?
Fortnite’s OG Butterfly Live Event delivered a nostalgic reunion with the game’s early aesthetics, reviving familiar locations and iconic butterfly visuals. Players revisited classic map moments, timed challenges popped up, and the atmosphere blended celebration with anticipation for future updates, leaving fans buzzing about what comes next.
Just like the leaks suggested, the Fortnite OG Butterfly event was basically a do-over of the original, which aired seven years ago. Revin, the malicious Cube floating above Leaky Lake, spiralled into an explosion, tearing it to bits and transporting players to a cosmic dimension. Here, they were treated to the same mystical visuals seen in Chapter 1, except with a red version of Cube sitting at the center.
Fortnite OG Butterfly Live Event Recap
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After a few seconds of floating around, the cosmic butterfly makes an appearance, its color largely unchanged from the original event. It flutters around slowly while your character looks on with intent. Eventually, the butterfly zips directly towards your character while flapping its wings at a rapid pace. It rests on your finger before teleporting you right onto the Island, and directly on top of a redesigned Leaky Lake.
The floating island has now vanished, leaving a crater at the heart of the POI. Placed right at its center are the same purple crystals we saw during Chapter 1. In a nutshell, the Butterfly event provided a dose of nostalgia for long-time fans and also dropped some Chapter 7 teasers that will certainly be discussed and dissected in the coming weeks.
What changes were made to the original Butterfly event
The Fortnite OG Butterfly Live Event recreated the 2018 Chapter 1 Season 6 original with key modifications tied to the season’s storyline. These changes emphasized a corrupted theme while preserving the core nostalgic sequence.
Cube Alterations
Revin, a red corrupted Cube, replaced the original purple Kevin the Cube, exploding above Leaky Lake to send players to The In-Between dimension. A red-hued Revin floated at the dimension’s center, unlike the original purple Cube.
Dimension and Visual Tweaks
Parts of The In-Between gained a red hue, diverging from the original’s purple tones and neutral cosmic visuals. The rift butterfly remained largely unchanged in color and behavior, fluttering to players’ hands before a flash returned them to the island.
Map and Aftermath Changes
The floating island over Leaky Lake vanished post-event, replaced by a crater with purple crystals hinting at Chapter 7 lore-unlike the original’s new island group formation over the lake. No dedicated playlist existed; it triggered in standard OG Season 6 matches.
Which map locations were altered after the Butterfly event
The Fortnite OG Butterfly Live Event on November 8, 2025, altered specific map locations around Leaky Lake to reflect its corrupted storyline twist, diverging from the 2018 original. These changes emphasized aftermath from Revin the red Cube’s explosion rather than island creation.
Leaky Lake Crater
The floating island above Leaky Lake completely vanished, leaving a large crater filled with glowing purple crystals. This replaced the original event’s formation of new island groups with water channels and charred rocks.
Surrounding Area Effects
Purple energy residue scattered across nearby terrain near Leaky Lake, with no broader map restructuring like the original’s geographical overhaul. The crystals hinted at emerging Chapter 7 lore without additional POIs or biomes.
