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After months of leaks and speculation, Epic Games has officially confirmed that animal companions are coming to Fortnite. The new feature, called Sidekicks, launches on November 1, 2025, with the arrival of Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 5.
Sidekicks are small animal or animal-like companions that follow players across different Fortnite modes, including Battle Royale, Save the World, LEGO Fortnite, and select developer-made experiences.
Unlike traditional Pets from Chapter 1 Season 6, Sidekicks are more interactive. They react to the environment and respond to special Sidekick Emotes, but they don’t impact gameplay or take damage during combat.
NEW FORTNITE SIDEKICKS TRAILER pic.twitter.com/E9n2qAQByL
— Shiina (@ShiinaBR) October 31, 2025
Customisation and Sidekick Points
Players can customise their Sidekicks’ physical traits once when creating them. This design becomes permanent, though names and accessories can be changed anytime.
FULL SIDEKICKS CUSTOMIZATION MENU
LOCKING IN A STYLE → NEVER CHANGEABLE AGAIN pic.twitter.com/V62EcNr3ks
— Shiina (@ShiinaBR) October 31, 2025
Cosmetics like hats and hoodies can be unlocked using Sidekick Points, a new in-game currency earned by spending time with these companions.
Sidekicks appear to have BOTH styles & appearances
– APPEARANCE: Never changeable after locking it
– STYLES: Always adjustable, just like skin styles pic.twitter.com/v5nv0krR0W— Shiina (@ShiinaBR) October 31, 2025
First Sidekicks Arriving in November
The first Sidekick, Peels, a banana-themed dog, will be available through the Chapter 6 Season 5 Battle Pass.
On November 7, more Sidekicks, namely Bonesy, Spike, and Lil’ Raptor, will appear in the Fortnite Item Shop. Epic also teased more companions in their official announcement. The main highlight… CATS!!!
“Not long after, we’ll have something for all the cat people out there!”
Players who already own the Bonesy Back Bling from Chapter 1 Season 6 will automatically receive the Bonesy Sidekick for free, though it may take time to appear in their Locker.
Fortnite Community Reactions
Fortnite insider @ShiinaBR shared the official Sidekicks trailer on X, giving fans a first look at Peels and other upcoming companions. And players are already busy making sick and unique combinations of pets with skins they usually roll with.
— Shiina (@ShiinaBR) October 31, 2025
The reveal comes as excitement builds for Fortnite’s Simpsons crossover, making Chapter 6 Season 5 one of the most anticipated updates yet.
