I opened the Epic Games Store at midnight and nearly missed the banner. You can feel the panic: buy the game for a free skin or wait for the shop drop. I’ve tested the steps so you don’t have to gamble with your V-Bucks.
I’m a reporter who follows Epic’s crossovers and game promotions, and I’ll walk you through the exact, no-nonsense path to claim the Dave the Diver skin in Fortnite for free. Read fast — some of these windows are time-locked and people will forget.
You land on the Epic Games Store page and the Dave the Diver tile is staring back at you — how to claim the skin for free
Short version: buy Dave the Diver on the Epic Games Store and the Fortnite cosmetic is yours at no extra charge. The promotion is part of Epic’s Loyalty Promotion tied to selected partners, including MintRocket’s indie hit.
- Open the Epic Games Store app or visit the website and search for Dave the Diver (the game is also visible on the store homepage while the promotion runs).
- Click the Dave the Diver product page and complete the purchase. The game is listed at $19.99 (€18) on the Epic Games Store.
- Alternatively, you can buy the Dave the Diver – In The Jungle Content Pack when it launches on June 18, 2026, and still qualify for the Fortnite reward.
- After purchase, launch Fortnite. You’ll receive an in-game notification that the Dave the Diver outfit and Dave’s Oxygen Tank back bling are pending delivery.
- Note: the cosmetics are not granted instantly — the delivery date is scheduled for June 18, 2026.
How to get the Dave the Diver skin in Fortnite for free?
Buy the Dave the Diver game or the In The Jungle Content Pack on the Epic Games Store during the promotion window; once purchased, Fortnite will queue the cosmetic for delivery on June 18, 2026. Keep your Epic account linked and use the same account across both platforms.
How much is Dave the Diver on the Epic Games Store?
Dave the Diver is priced at $19.99 (€18) on the Epic Games Store. That single purchase is the straightforward route to claim the free Fortnite skin.
When will Dave the Diver be available in the Fortnite Item Shop?
Epic confirmed the skin will hit the Fortnite Item Shop on June 25, 2026 at 8 PM ET. If you skip buying the game, you can still purchase the outfit directly from the shop when it appears.
You check the Item Shop clock and weigh your options — will the Dave the Diver skin be sold there?
If you prefer to buy cosmetics directly, the Item Shop is the fallback. Epic has said the skin arrives in the shop on June 25, 2026 at 8 PM ET, giving you a clear choice: pay once for the game and get the skin free on June 18, or wait a week to buy just the outfit from Fortnite.
This free-skin offer is a golden ticket. When the Item Shop version drops, it will be a tidal wave across feeds and livestreams — expect visibility and debate about which route offered better value.
I recommend checking your Epic account and platform (PC, console, mobile) so the store recognizes your purchase. If you use a Steam account for MintRocket’s other titles, remember this promotion is Epic-exclusive; only purchases through the Epic Games Store count.
I’ve followed similar Epic crossovers and watched timing snafus cause missed rewards — follow the steps above and check dates twice. Will you buy the game to secure the free skin or wait and spend V-Bucks in the Item Shop?