Epic Games has confirmed that rumors surrounding the next major update are accurate. The upcoming Fortnite Override season focuses entirely on video game crossovers, bringing characters from various franchises into the battle royale.
Quick Facts
- Season Start Date: Thursday, August 20, 2026
- Platforms: PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Xbox Series S/X, Nintendo Switch, iOS, Android
- Developer/Publisher: Epic Games
Sonic, Mega Man, and Platforming Mascots Lead the Lineup
Sonic the Hedgehog leads the charge for the new update, appearing alongside Tails, Shadow the Hedgehog, and Dr. Robotnik. Leaks indicate Dr. Robotnik may align with Fortnite's current antagonist, Geno, in the upcoming content.
Capcom's Mega Man also arrives alongside his canine companion, Rush. Street Fighter characters Ryu and Blanka return to the game alongside fellow platforming icons Crash Bandicoot and Spyro the Dragon.
Sora and Retro Legends Make Their Debut
Kingdom Hearts fans will see Sora added to the game during Override. Joining the modern icons are historical figures like Pac-Man and his pursuer ghosts, making them the oldest video game characters confirmed for the season, originating from arcades in 1980.
Returning Skins and Complete Confirmed Character List
Several previous gaming legend skins are confirmed to return, including Lara Croft, Master Chief, and Geralt.
The full roster of characters spotted for Fortnite Override includes:
- Pac-Man and Pac-Man Ghosts
- Geralt
- Sonic the Hedgehog, Tails, Shadow the Hedgehog, and Dr. Robotnik
- Ryu and Blanka
- Mega Man and Rush
- Crash Bandicoot
- Spyro
- Lara Croft
- The Deer (Roblox)
- Peak Character
- Joker (Persona)
- Sora
- Master Chief
- Tetris Blocks
- Hiroshi Jackson (Screamer)
- Helldiver (unconfirmed)