Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4 'Override' Adds Sonic the Hedgehog

By Sakib Khandokar, Lead Analyst Published Aug 11, 2026, 2:03 PM UTC 1 min read

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Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4 'Override' Adds Sonic the Hedgehog

Epic Games has officially confirmed that Sonic the Hedgehog is joining Fortnite for its next season. The upcoming content update, titled Override, serves as Chapter 7 Season 4 and is scheduled to launch on August 20, 2026.

Quick Facts

Season Name: Override (Chapter 7, Season 4)
Release Date: August 20, 2026
Confirmed Crossover: Sonic the Hedgehog

The announcement arrived via a nine-second teaser trailer showcasing the iconic Green Hill Zone from the original Sonic the Hedgehog game. The footage features the character running across the classic loop-de-loop terrain, confirming the collaboration for the new season.

As of now, Epic Games has not provided further details regarding specific in-game mechanics or additional content tied to the crossover, though the teaser confirms the character's arrival in the upcoming seasonal update.