The air crackled with anticipation as the screen flashed. A new skin shimmered into existence, ripped straight from the latest RPG I’d been grinding. My wallet groaned, but my avatar was about to become a legend. Fortnite’s already expansive universe of crossovers is about to get a whole lot bigger.
Chapter 7 Season 1 saw an explosion of collaborations, with Epic Games dropping over 30 since the season launched. The word is that Epic plans to supercharge their efforts, with a promise of over 100 gaming legends skins hitting Fortnite every year.
Even as players eagerly await the teased Fortnite Honkai Star Rail mashup, Epic has revealed a cross-promotion program designed to link the Epic Games Store and the Fortnite experience.
Epic Games Confirms New Gaming Partners for Fortnite
I remember the days when a simple skin was enough. Now, Epic is turning the marketplace into a launchpad. Starting in the first half of 2026, buying certain third-party games on the Epic Games Store will automatically net you exclusive Fortnite cosmetics, including new gaming legends skins. The idea? Use Fortnite’s massive reach to boost sales for other developers on the platform.
Epic has already onboarded some big studios for this initiative. While specifics are scarce for most crossovers, here are the confirmed partners:
Capcom
Everyone knows Capcom. Think Resident Evil, Street Fighter. This partnership looks to tie in with the release of Resident Evil: Requiem, bringing skins for Grace Ashcroft and Leon S. Kennedy. Imagine running around Tilted Towers as Leon, battling it out (€30 value)—the ultimate crossover!
miHoYo (HoYoverse)
Gacha game juggernaut miHoYo is the force behind titles like Genshin Impact and Honkai Star Rail. Expect the first wave of this collaboration to arrive with the Fortnite 39.40 update, potentially bringing Kafka and Blade from Honkai Star Rail to the island.
Pearl Abyss
Pearl Abyss is bringing its upcoming open-world RPG, Crimson Desert, to the table. This collaboration is already live: pre-purchase Crimson Desert through the Epic Games Store and snag a free Fortnite Crimson Desert skin. The Kliff skin may also hit the Item Shop post-launch.
S-Game
S-Game, the studio developing the action title Phantom Blade Zero, is also joining the party. Expect reactive skins in Fortnite, drawing inspiration from the visual style of Phantom Blade Zero.
MintRocket
MintRocket, creators of the surprise indie hit Dave the Diver, is the wildcard here. Animated skins are all the rage in Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 1, thanks to collaborations like the South Park skins, so it’ll be interesting to see how MintRocket’s aesthetic translates.
Kakao Games
Kakao Games, known for publishing ARPGs like Path of Exile, is aiming for a gritty fantasy vibe with its Fortnite collab. Players could earn rewards for Path of Exile expansion (or currency) purchases made through the Epic Games Store.
How do you get gaming legend skins on Fortnite?
These new partnerships show Epic’s intent to maintain the collaboration momentum while widening the range of Fortnite crossovers. For many, Fortnite is no longer just a game; it’s a digital stage, and these collaborations are like spotlights illuminating new performances. Earning these skins will likely involve purchasing partnered games through the Epic Games Store or completing in-game challenges when the collaborations go live.
Are Fortnite collaborations worth it?
Whether these collaborations are “worth it” depends on your perspective. For hardcore fans of both Fortnite and the partnered games, these crossovers are a dream come true, a chance to represent their favorite characters in a new arena. But if you’re not interested in the source material, the skins might just feel like expensive window dressing. Ultimately, the value is in the eye of the beholder—or, perhaps, the fingers on the controller.
What other games will be collaborating with Fortnite?
Beyond the confirmed partners, the possibilities are endless. With Epic actively seeking new collaborations, we could see anything from indie darlings to AAA blockbusters making their way into Fortnite. The gaming landscape is constantly evolving, and Fortnite is positioning itself as a hub for all things gaming culture.
Epic’s strategy is clear: Fortnite is a cultural chameleon, adapting to the tastes and trends of the gaming community. This isn’t just about skins; it’s about building a metaverse where different gaming worlds collide. As Fortnite expands its partnerships, will it cement its place as the ultimate crossover arena, or will the flood of collaborations dilute its unique identity?