I opened Fortnite at 8 PM and the Mega Man banner flashed like an accusation. My V-Bucks balance felt small and stubborn as Rush sat waiting in the Item Shop. If you want him in your locker, read this — I’ll walk you through the exact steps I used.
The Item Shop banner shows Mega Man and Rush: How to Get Rush Sidekick in Fortnite
I’ve watched dozens of Item Shop drops and this one landed with a clear signal: Rush arrives alongside Mega Man. You can buy Rush two ways — alone, or as part of the Mega Man bundle.
- Open Fortnite and go to the Item Shop at the next reset (Epic Games rotates items on a schedule).
- Find the Mega Man section near the top of the shop banner.
- Select Rush Sidekick for 1,500 V-Bucks (approx. €12) or the Mega Man Bundle for 3,800 V-Bucks (approx. €29).
- Press and hold Purchase until the confirmation circle completes.
- Fortnite will notify you when Rush lands in your locker; then equip and customize him from Locker > Sidekicks.
When was the Rush Sidekick released in Fortnite?
Rush arrived in the Item Shop on September 10, 2026, at 8 PM ET as part of the Mega Man collaboration between Epic Games and Capcom. If you missed that initial push, the Item Shop will likely cycle him back eventually — but don’t bet on an easy repeat.
The Item Shop layout places bundles next to skins: Price choices and whether to buy
When a bundle shares a row with a skin, it’s an intentional nudge toward the bigger purchase. You can save by taking the bundle if you want Mega Man and cosmetics, but buying Rush solo is cheaper and gets the job done.
I recommend comparing the items inside the bundle before committing. If you already have a Battle Pass (Chapter 7 Season 4), the value equation changes — Battle Pass rewards often cover cosmetic desires without spending V-Bucks.
How much does the Rush Sidekick cost in Fortnite?
Rush alone costs 1,500 V-Bucks (approx. €12). The Mega Man Bundle, which includes the Rush Sidekick plus the Mega Man skin and extras, is 3,800 V-Bucks (approx. €29). V-Bucks are sold through Epic Games on platforms like PS5, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
The Item Shop rows list add-ons and points: Sidekick Points, rewards, and progression
I noticed the Rush Sidekick page includes Sidekick Points options right under the cosmetic preview — that’s where the small, repeat rewards live. Use Sidekick Points to earn companion effects that don’t change combat, but add personality to your lobby.
Rush itself doesn’t affect weapons or win rates; he’s purely cosmetic and social. Think of him as a Swiss Army knife of nostalgia and a reminder that some purchases are about style, not stats.
| Cosmetic Name | Cosmetic Type |
|---|---|
| Rush’s Growl | Emoticon |
| Mega Man Heart | Reaction |
| Rush (Mega Man) | Style |
| Rush Jet | Emote |
Play Battle Royale or Zero Build matches and complete Geno Story Quests to earn XP and Sidekick Points toward those items. Fans often track Item Shop rotations with community tools like FNBR.co and social feeds on X and Discord to avoid surprises.
When will the Rush Sidekick leave the Fortnite Item Shop?
According to the initial drop schedule, Rush is slated to leave the Item Shop on September 20, 2026, at 8 PM ET — a classic fear-of-loss window that pushes many players to buy quickly. If you want him, waiting is a gamble.
I’ve watched dozens of shop cycles and the Item Shop is a revolving gallery that rewards quick choices and good timing; will you pick Rush now and wear the blue-barked badge, or wait and risk losing him forever?