how to fix checking for updates fortnite ps4
There are a few potential solutions if you’re experiencing problems with the ‘checking for updates’ process on Fortnite on PlayStation 4.
Solution 1: Delete the game data
The first thing you can try is deleting the game data on your PlayStation 4. To do this, press the PlayStation button on your controller to open the main menu, then select ‘Settings’ > ‘Application Saved Data Management’ > ‘Games’. Find ‘Fortnite’ in the list and press the Options button on your controller, then select ‘Delete’.
Once the game data has been deleted, reload the game from the PlayStation Store and try again to see if the problem has been resolved.
Solution 2: Sign out of the PlayStation Network and back in
Another solution is to sign out of the PlayStation Network and back in. To do this, press the PlayStation button on your controller to open the main menu, then select ‘Settings’ > ‘Account Management’ > ‘Sign Out’.
Once you’ve signed out, sign back in and try again to see if the problem has been resolved.
Solution 3: Reinstall the game
If the above solutions haven’t resolved the problem, you may need to reinstall the game. To do this, press the PlayStation button on your controller to open the main menu, then select ‘Store’ > ‘Downloads’ > ‘Manage’. Find ‘Fortnite’ in the list and press the Options button on your controller, then select ‘Delete’.
Once the game has been deleted, go to the PlayStation Store and download the game again. Once it’s installed, try again to see if the problem has been resolved.