My daughter’s scream echoed through the house, not from a nightmare, but from missing out. It was a Fortnite skin, of course—the kind of digital prize that makes or breaks a ten-year-old’s week. Now, Epic Games is dangling a new carrot: free Dumb Ways to Die items.
The South Park collab is already a bit much, honestly, but free is free. These cosmetics can add a certain something to your game. Here’s what you need to know to grab the Dumb Ways to Die emote and back bling without spending a dime.
The Free Emote Everyone Missed
I overheard two kids at the bus stop arguing about emotes, one insisting a specific dance move was “pay-to-win.” This new promo dodges that debate. Here’s how to get the free Dumb Ways to Die emote and back bling in Fortnite.
The secret is the mobile version of the Epic Games Store. You’ll need an Epic Games account (the one you use for Fortnite) and a compatible mobile device. The Epic Games Store app is available on Android globally, but on iOS, it’s restricted to the EU and US. It’s a bit like finding a hidden level in a game—unexpected, but rewarding once you figure it out.
- Make sure you’re logged in with your Fortnite-linked Epic Games account.
- Search for “Dumb Ways to Die” in the store and “Get” it.
- Launch Fortnite.
- The emote and back bling should be waiting.
Since the game is free during the promo, no V-Bucks or real money needed. If the items don’t show up, double-check your login and restart Fortnite. Server sync issues can cause delays of 15-30 minutes.
What if the items don’t show up right away?
Sometimes, patience is the best strategy. If you’ve followed the steps and the items are still missing, give it a little time. Server hiccups happen, and a bit of waiting can resolve the issue without further action.
Don’t forget, this offer ends on January 22, 2026, when Chapter 7 Season 1 wraps up. Think of it as a limited-time restaurant special—good while it lasts, but gone before you know it.
Is this promotion available on PC?
Currently, there’s no official workaround to access the promotion on PC. Mobile is the only way, at least for now. Keep an eye on the Epic Games news feed; things can change.
Will these items return to the Item Shop later?
Yes, they’re part of the Fortnite Item Shop collection, so Epic Games will likely bring them back at some point. This promotion just gets you in early and for free.
Will you grab these items? Do timed promotions cheapen the perceived value of cosmetic items?