Fortnite Stuck on Birthday Screen Error [Quick Fix]

Many players ran into Fortnite stuck on birthday screen error preventing them from getting into the game. For now, only console users, such as Xbox, Playstation, and Nintendo Switch encountered this glitch.

To make sure that all players follow the age restrictions outlined in the Terms of Service, Epic Games started requesting users’ ages. This is where the Fortnite stuck-on date of birth issue occurs for most players.

It’s also likely to encounter the Fortnite date of birth not working scenario where you’re not allowed to select your birth date.

While choosing a date of birth and verifying it in-game should be simple, the system has encountered problems, and some controller-using gamers do not have the icon for the CONTINUE  button. At the same time, it’s possible to face Fortnite date-of-birth glitch while you’re starting the game.

Why is Fortnite making me enter my birthday?

Fortnite wants to make sure that young players can enjoy the game in an appropriate in-game atmosphere, which is why it is asking for your birthday.

How do I fix Fortnite stuck on the birthday screen?

The best way to resolve the “Fortnite stuck on Birthday screen” issue, according to Epic Games, is by pressing a certain controller button on the console.

We're aware of an issue on the Date of Birth screen where some players using controller do not have an icon for the 'CONTINUE' button.

Pressing X on Xbox, Square on PlayStation, Y on Nintendo Switch platforms confirms your entry. Restarting your game also restores the icon. pic.twitter.com/R7mWuQZrQQ

— Fortnite Status (@FortniteStatus) December 13, 2022

If the above solution doesn’t work, let’s dive into some additional troubleshooting.

1. Check your internet connection

1. Make sure your internet connection is reliable, fast, and uninterrupted.
2. Avoid using Wi-Fi and attempt to use your Internet cable instead to increase your Internet speed.
3. Consider rebooting the router if you’re using Wi-Fi.

2. Restart your console

1. Close any open applications or games.
2. Press and hold the Power button on your console until it shuts down.
3. Unplug the power cord from the back of the console.
4. Wait at least 30 seconds.
5. Plug the power cord back into the console and turn it on by pressing the power button.

Remember that depending on the brand and type of your console, the precise methods for restarting your console may vary.

3. Update Fortnite

1. Connect your console to the Internet.
2. From the main menu of your console, navigate to the game you want to update.
3. Select the game and press the Options button on your controller.
4. Select Check for updates or a similar option.
   
5. If an update is available, follow the steps to download and install the update.

Remember that depending on the brand and type of your console, the precise methods for updating Fortnite may vary.

4. Reinstall Fortnite

1. Connect your console to the Internet.
2. From the main menu of your console, navigate to the game you want to reinstall.
3. Select the game and press the Options button on your controller.
4. Select Uninstall or a similar option.
   
5. Follow the steps to uninstall the game.
6. Navigate to the store or library on your console where you can purchase or download the game.
7. Follow the steps to re-download the game.

Remember that depending on the brand and type of your console, the precise methods for reinstalling Fortnite may vary.

If you ever encountered a Successfully logged out error in Fortnite, make sure to read our article on how to fix this problem easily.

We hope that some of the solutions above have helped you to get rid of this error. If you still have problems with this error, reach out to Epic Games Support or wait until the developers share new updates.