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After swirling rumours took over social media, American rapper Playboi Carti has officially confirmed he is collaborating with Epic Games.
The artist validated the leaks directly on his official Instagram account. He posted the Fortnite logo, sending his fanbase into a frenzy. underneath the post, Carti simply commented:
NAHH FR
Prominent Fortnite leaker HYPEX also shared the news on X, further cementing the announcement. While Epic Games has not released a full roadmap yet, the hype is already building rapidly.
PLAYBOI CARTI CONFIRMS HIS FORTNITE COLLAB
COMING SOON ✅ pic.twitter.com/n5JJ0h401f
— HYPEX (@HYPEX) November 24, 2025
Playboi Carti Skin & Live Event
Players are eager to know what this partnership entails. According to leaker Kurrco, the collaboration could feature both a character skin and an in-game live event.
PLAYBOI CARTI x FORTNITE
COMING SOON 🚨
▫️ Skin + In-game event pic.twitter.com/gimUFGqkOi
— Kurrco (@Kurrco) November 24, 2025
Fortnite is currently approaching its “Zero Hour” live event. This spectacle will serve as the finale for Chapter 6. Currently, the game is wrapping up a major crossover with The Simpsons, which featured a unique cel-shaded map. As one door closes, another opens.
If the rumours hold true, Carti joins a legendary roster of musical acts. Previously, Fortnite hosted explosive performances by Ariana Grande and Daft Punk. Additionally, the game saw massive success with past rap collaborations involving Eminem and Travis Scott.
Chapter 7 & Festival News
As hype builds for Chapter 7, Epic Games has confirmed that “The Bride” from Kill Bill is coming to the game. Furthermore, teasers suggest a Back to the Future crossover could be on the way.
Music fans have even more to look forward to in the Fortnite Festival. It was recently revealed that Season 12 will be headlined by Lisa from “Blackpink”. Players can expect to play her songs and purchase Lisa-themed cosmetics in the Item Shop or Music Pass.
Epic Games continues to invest heavily in musical talent. Following the Times Square performance with Snoop Dogg and Ice Spice in November 2024, the future looks bright. With Playboi Carti now confirmed, Chapter 7 promises to be a massive hit.
