Fortnitemares, Fortnite's annual Halloween extravaganza, transforms the battle royale island into a spine-chilling playground filled with eerie quests, limited-time modes, and monstrous crossovers that blend fright with fun. Kicking off this Thursday, October 9, 2025, this year's event promises an even spookier twist, drawing from classic horror franchises and pop culture staples to deliver fresh skins, emotes, and gameplay surprises for players worldwide.
Epic Games has pulled out all the stops for Fortnitemares 2025, teasing a roster of beloved and terrifying characters that will haunt the island's foggy nights. The event's official trailer showcases a medley of outfits and potential gameplay integrations, from slasher pursuits in Zero Build mode to mystery-solving side quests amid pumpkin patches. Players can expect new horror-themed weapons, like ghostly variants of existing armaments, and collaborative events that pit teams against undead hordes or unravel supernatural riddles. The trailer hints at dynamic environmental changes, such as haunted hotspots where these new arrivals might spawn for epic encounters, ensuring every squad drop feels like a dive into a slasher flick.
Among the standout additions are collaborations that span generations of scares and laughs. Here's a breakdown of the confirmed characters set to invade the Fortnite universe this Halloween:
Scooby-Doo, Shaggy, Velma, Daphne and Fred from Scooby-Doo (it’s not clear if all five will be made available)
Jason Voorhees from Friday the 13th
Huggy Wuggy from Poppy Playtime
Ghostface from Scream
Doja Cat
These crossovers aren't just cosmetic; Epic has a track record of weaving them into interactive experiences. Imagine chasing clues with the Scooby-Doo gang through a fog-shrouded Mystery Mansion POI, or dodging Jason Voorhees' machete in a tense, one-on-one showdown at Camp Crystal Lake-inspired ruins. Huggy Wuggy's towering, toothy grin could lurk in the shadows of abandoned toy factories, while Ghostface's stealthy stalks add paranoia to every bush-camped flank. Even Doja Cat joins the mix with a glamorous, witchy vibe, potentially unlocking rhythmic emotes or a boss fight infused with her signature beats—turning terror into a dance-off.
The event's structure builds on Fortnite's seasonal formula, running through early November to align with All Hallows' Eve. Participants will tackle a series of Fortnitemares quests to unlock exclusive rewards, including back blings shaped like Scooby Snacks or a bloodied goalie mask for Jason enthusiasts. For those grinding the battle pass, these skins will likely slot into a dedicated Halloween tab, with V-Bucks pricing teased in the trailer for bundle options. Mobile and console players get parity with PC, ensuring cross-play chaos reigns supreme as friends team up to unmask villains or survive the night.
As Fortnitemares 2025 approaches, it's a reminder of how the event has evolved into Fortnite's premier horror showcase. Past iterations have summoned legends like the Stranger Things Demogorgon for Upside Down rifts, Child's Play's Chucky for pint-sized pandemonium, and even Attack on Titan's colossal threats for titan-slaying spectacles. These recurring nods to cinematic slashers and supernatural thrillers have cemented Fortnitemares as a must-play ritual, blending nostalgia with Fortnite's ever-evolving sandbox.
Gear up your gliders, survivors— Fortnitemares 2025 is primed to make October the deadliest month on the island yet.
