Even as the game enters its fourth year,Fortniteis still finding ways to keep its battle royale formula fresh and inviting. The season-oriented approach that Epic Games has committed to has proven to be very successful, and the seemingly constant stream of new cosmetics gives players something to work towards every time they turn on the game. Perhaps the most attractive feature thatFortnitehas in contrast to most other battle royale games is its frequent crossover events, each of them bringing in new content based on well-known properties such as Marvel orStar Wars.
The most recent season ofFortnitehas already had some of the most ambitious crossovers to ever grace the game. Some truly unexpected properties have been introduced, each of them coming from a different realm of pop culture. Whether it’s movies, television, or other video games, it would seem that nothing is off the table at this point when it comes toFortnitecrossovers.
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The Mandalorian
Chapter 2 Season 5 started off strong with crossover content by bringing the immensely popularMandalorianinto the game. Not only didFortniteplayers have the chance to unlock Mando’s armor for use as a cosmetic, but there was also an in game challenge where, if players foundthe crashed Razor Crest, they could fight the Mandalorian for a chance to use his jetpack and sniper rifle upon defeating him. Arguably the most coveted reward for this crossover event was what players received upon hitting level 100 in the battle pass. If players were able to reach this goal, either through gameplay or V-Bucks, they got access to a Baby Yoda (or Grogu) cosmetic that puts the pint-sized Force user on their back at all times.
God of War
Another one of the early events in the most recent season brought a Sony legend to all versions of the game, asGod of War’s Kratoswas added as a buyable cosmetic. In addition to the skin, players could wield the Leviathan Axe as a pickaxe and customize further with a new glider and back bling based on the game. What was perhaps most shocking about this addition was that Kratos was not exclusive to the PlayStation version ofFortnite, allowing Xbox and Switch owners to access to the Ghost of Sparta as well. There was some special treatment for PS5 owners, however, as using the Kratos skin in a match on the system unlocks the Armored Kratos skin.
Halo
Continuing the trend of gaming icons, Microsoft got some love with the addition ofHalo’s Master Chief as a usable skin. Similar to Kratos, Master Chief was available to everyone that playsFortnite, giving PlayStation and Switch owners the chance to experience what it’s like to run around as one of the deadliest spartans the UNSC has ever seen. Chief became the second part of the Gaming Legends series of skins that started with Kratos, so rumors have been running rampant on who might represent Nintendo in the future. A lot of gamers believe thatMetroid’s Samus Aran could be added next, considering the hunter theme of other skins, but it’s all speculation at this point.
The Walking Dead
Moving over to the world of the undead,Daryl Dixon and Michonne fromThe Walking Deadwere added toFortniteas separate skins in mid December. In order to get all of the content for both characters, players had to purchase the Survivors in Arms Bundle using V-Bucks. This pack included the Daryl Dixon and Michonne skin, Daryl’s Knife pickaxe, Michonne’s Katana pickaxe, Hunting Quiver back bling, and a Katana Sheath back bling.
Green Arrow
Marvel Royalty and Warriors Pack
Fortniteis no stranger to Marvel content, considering one of the earliest events in the game included Thanos around the same time thatAvengers: Infinity Warwas in theaters. This skin pack seemed to tie up some loose ends on characters that hadn’t been added to the game at that point, as it included Captain Marvel, Taskmaster, and Black Panther, the third of which many fans had been clamoring for sincethe last Marvel event with Galactus. They all received their own respective pickaxes and gliders, with Captain Marvel and Black Panther receiving special styles that enhanced customization.
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Predator
Continuing the hunter theme of Chapter 2 Season 5,the Predator was added toFortnitein late January. Unlocking this skin would prove to be much more of a challenge compared to previous cosmetics, as players had to hunt the creature down similarly to the Mandalorian crossover. Players would have to complete a number of requirements before they could encounter the Predator, and once they did, the fight would not be a walk in the park. Once the Predator was defeated, players got access to its cloaking device for the remainder of the match and the skin to use whenever they like.
Terminator
Right on the heels of the Predator crossover, theTerminatorfilms got some representation with skins based on the T-800 and Sarah Connor. The design of the two characters was based on their appearances in the secondTerminatorfilm, with the announcementtrailer even referencing the famous T-800 thumbs upscene.
G.I. Joe
In a collaboration with Hasbro, Snake Eyes from the G.I. Joe franchise was added to the game with an updated design made just forFortnite. The inclusion of Snake Eyes also served as a way to promote anew Snake Eyes: Zero Point Edition action figurebased on the character’s appearance in the game.
Tron
The month of February continued the trend of properties that became popular in the 80s with the introduction ofskins based on theTronfilms. A handful of different skins based on the Grid Warriors were added to the game, as well as a glider based on the iconic Light Cycles.
The Flash
Returning to the realm of DC Comics,the Flash was added to the gamein a rather unique way compared to previous crossovers. A special challenge was given to players that wanted access to the Scarlet Speedster before he officially hit theFortnitemarketplace. If players completed 10 duos matches within 3 hours they would unlock the skin, which was based on his design inThe FlashTV show.
Street Fighter
One of the most recent crossovers has brought players back to the landscape of video games with the inclusion ofStreet Fighter’s Ryu and Chun-Lias unlockable skins. These two are currently available on theFortnitemarketplace.
Alien
The newest addition to theFortnitecrossover universe isRipley and the Xenomorph from theAlienfranchise. These skins and their accompanying cosmetics are available in the Space Gear Bundle.
Fortniteis available now for Nintendo Switch, PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S.
