Fortnite is expected to add Peely and Llama Sprites on July 30, followed by a Spider-Man Brand New Day event around August 1 with returning web shooters and possibly a new mythic.
Fortnite’s next update window is split across two dates: July 30 for the Sprite additions and nearby content, then August 1 for the Spider-Man Brand New Day event. The Sprite side is centered on Peely Sprite, Llama Sprite, and a six-name gem variant set, while the Spider-Man side is built around returning movement mythics and a mystery-event format.
- Fortnite July 30 and August 1 update timeline
- Peely Sprite and Llama Sprite are the headline additions
- Gem Sprite variants include six named Sprites
- Spider-Man Brand New Day event starts around August 1
- Sprite Dust summon costs are getting cheaper
- Current v41.20 Sprites are separate from the July 30 update
- Nearby Fortnite update notes
- Frequently Asked Questions
Fortnite July 30 and August 1 update timeline
| Date | Update |
|---|---|
| July 30 | Peely Sprite, Llama Sprite, gem Sprite variants, Springfield Reload changes, and related update content |
| August 1 | Spider-Man Brand New Day mystery event, with web shooters expected to return and a new mythic possibly joining |
The clean split to remember is Sprites first, Spider-Man after. July 30 is the collection-focused date, while August 1 is the event date that could temporarily shake up Battle Royale movement if the web shooters return in the broader loot pool or through a limited Power Hour setup.
Peely Sprite and Llama Sprite are the headline additions
| Sprite | What we know |
|---|---|
| Peely Sprite | New Sprite planned for July 30; ability and variants are still unknown |
| Llama Sprite | New Sprite planned for July 30; ability and variants are still unknown |
The two new Sprites named for the July 30 update are Peely Sprite and Llama Sprite. They are the main additions for New Sprite Dust, but their gameplay effects, spawn routes, and exact collection behavior have not been laid out yet.
That means the smart prep is simple: save Sprite Dust, keep checking Sprite Chests and collection menus after the update, and avoid building a loadout plan around either Sprite until its actual effect is visible in-game.
Gem Sprite variants include six named Sprites
| Gem variant Sprite | Type |
|---|---|
| Zero Point Sprite | Gem variant |
| Aura Sprite | Gem variant |
| Demon Sprite | Gem variant |
| Duck Sprite | Gem variant |
| Earth Sprite | Gem variant |
| Water Sprite | Gem variant |
The gem update is separate from the two brand-new Sprites. It is a variant collection update for existing Sprite names, not a new ability set by itself.
For collectors, this is the bigger grind than Peely Sprite and Llama Sprite because it spreads across six named Sprites. Expect the value here to be visual rarity and collection completion unless Fortnite shows separate gem-specific behavior in-game.
Spider-Man Brand New Day event starts around August 1
The Spider-Man Brand New Day update is expected to land around August 1 as the mystery-event beat after New Sprite Dust. The main gameplay hook is the return of Spider-Man web shooters, one of Fortnite’s most memorable movement mythics.
The exact format is the part to watch. The web shooters may return as a normal Battle Royale item, or they may appear through a Power Hour format where players spawn with them for a short event window. If it is the spawn-with-web-shooters version, expect fast rotations, chaotic third parties, and much less downtime between fights.
A brand-new Spider-Man mythic is also in the mix for this event window. That claim is leak-based, so treat the new mythic as possible rather than locked in until it appears in-game.
There is also separate chatter around a Spider-Man Sprite and a new Spider-Man skin. A new skin is expected alongside the collaboration, while a Spider-Man Sprite remains the less settled part of the update.
Hold Sprite Dust before July 30 so you can test Peely Sprite, Llama Sprite, and the gem variants as soon as they rotate in.
Sprite Dust summon costs are getting cheaper
| Sprite type | Summon cost change |
|---|---|
| Normal Sprites | Costs 10% less Sprite Dust to summon back |
| Rare variants such as Gold, Galaxy, Holofoil, and Cube | Costs about 33% less Sprite Dust to summon back |
The timing is good for anyone who has been burning through Sprite Dust. Summoning Sprites back is becoming cheaper, with the bigger discount aimed at rare variant collectors.
KEY!This matters most if you are chasing variant sets, because losing and resummoning rare Sprites should sting less after the change. It also makes the July 30 update easier to approach if the new variant pool pushes players into more repeated summons.
Current v41.20 Sprites are separate from the July 30 update
Do not mix the upcoming Sprite list with what is already live from v41.20. Current Sprites such as Batman Sprite, Air Sprite, and Seven Sprite belong to the existing update context, while Peely Sprite, Llama Sprite, the gem variants, and the Spider-Man content are the coming wave.
That distinction matters because Batman, Air, and Seven are already part of the current Sprite conversation, while the July 30 and August 1 items are the ones players are waiting to collect or test next.
Nearby Fortnite update notes
| Item | What is changing |
|---|---|
| Springfield Reload | Moving from 40 players to 50 players |
| Fortnite Festival Season 15 | Lil Tecca is the featured artist with Neon Dreams content |
| August Crew skin | Mortuus X is the August 2026 Crew skin |
| Summer Aphrodite | FNCS Summer Aphrodite is coming in the next update |
| Hello Neighbor | A Hello Neighbor collaboration is coming soon |
| Gaming Legends leaks | Future names include Sonic the Hedgehog, Kingdom Hearts, Vampire Survivors, Persona 5, Mega Man, and Crash Bandicoot |
A few other Fortnite updates sit close to the same window, but they are side notes next to the Sprite and Spider-Man changes.
Frequently Asked Questions
When are the Peely and Llama Sprites coming to Fortnite?
Peely Sprite and Llama Sprite are lined up for July 30, the same update window as New Sprite Dust and the gem variant additions.
Is the Spider-Man update from Epic yet?
The Spider-Man Brand New Day timing is still part of the upcoming event pipeline, so wait for the in-game update to treat every detail as final.
Are Spider-Man web shooters returning to Battle Royale?
Yes. Spider-Man web shooters are expected back around the August 1 event.
Is there a Spider-Man Sprite in Fortnite?
A Spider-Man Sprite is possible, but it is less firm than the web-shooter return and the broader Brand New Day collaboration.
Which Sprites are getting the gem variant?
The gem variant set covers Zero Point Sprite, Aura Sprite, Demon Sprite, Duck Sprite, Earth Sprite, and Water Sprite.
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Did Sprite Dust summon costs get cheaper?
Yes. Normal Sprites are dropping by 10%, while rare variants such as Gold, Galaxy, Holofoil, and Cube are dropping by about 33%.
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