More anime characters are joining ‘Fortnite‘s anime lineup, but this one has an air of uniqueness surrounding it. Epic Games finally made it official when they announced the release of ‘Solo Leveling‘ characters to Battle Royale after nearly a year filled with leaks, teases, and speculation. The source material for the collaboration is also different, as the characters in question are featured in ‘Solo Leveling: ARISE‘ as opposed to being from the anime adaptation.
This explains why the character models and weapons exhibited in the trailer and data-mined files match the original artwork exactly. The leading character for this collaboration will be Sung Jin-Woo, with his expected shadow army to follow closely. Here’s an overview of the Fortnite x Solo Leveling event detailing the release date, skins, purchases, item pricing, and how to unlock them.
‘Fortnite X Solo Levelling’ Release Date, Time, And How The Event Works
The ‘Fortnite x Solo Leveling‘ collaboration goes live on February 20, 2026, at 7 PM ET during the daily Item Shop reset. Here global launch times:
- PT: 4:00 PM (Feb 20)
- ET: 7:00 PM (Feb 20)
- UK: 12:00 AM (Feb 21)
- CET: 1:00 AM (Feb 21)
- India: 5:30 AM (Feb 21)
- Japan: 9:00 AM (Feb 21)
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The cosmetics associated with ‘Fortnite and Solo Leveling‘ were added to the game with Update V39.50 on February 17, 2026. Epic Games also hosted a ‘Solo Leveling‘ tournament one day before the launch of the cosmetics, giving top players a chance to unlock Sung Jin-Woo early as well as earn a special themed back bling. Once the daily item shop refreshes on February 20, 2026, the ‘Fortnite x Solo Leveling ‘collaboration items will be available on a worldwide basis.
‘Fortnite X Solo Levelling’ Skins and Cosmetics
Although Epic is only providing official images of Sung Jin-Woo, multiple leakers with good credibility have revealed the average expected selection. Here are the character skins:
- Sung Jin-Woo
- Cha Hae-In
- Igris the Bloodred or Beru
While many believe that Igris will fill out the expected character slot, Epic has yet to confirm it. Cosmetic items included:
- 3 outfits
- 3 back blings
- 3 pickaxes
- 3 emotes
- Glider
- Weapon wrap
Several weapons from the series are expected as pickaxes. Possible weapon cosmetics:
- Kasaka’s Venom Fang
- Knight Killer
- Demon King’s Longsword
All designs are based on Solo Leveling: ARISE, not the anime adaptation.
Prices, Bundles, And How to Get the Skins
Each skin will most likely cost you approximately 1,500 V-Bucks. When considering all 3 skins and back bling (each skin: 1,500 V-Bucks; & back bling: 400 V-Bucks), the total list price for the complete bundle will range from approximately 2,800 to 4,000 V-Bucks, depending on the cosmetics contained within the bundle. The full bundle will be less expensive than if you were to purchase each item individually.
Price Breakdown Estimate
- Sung Jin-Woo: 1,500 V-Bucks
- Cha Hae-In: 1,500 V-Bucks
- Igris: 1,500 V-Bucks
- Back Bling: approx $400
Players have an opportunity to unlock certain rewards early via the ‘Solo Leveling‘ Cup. Players who participated received early rewards for completing the Cup, including rewards such as:
- Sung Jin-Woo Skin
- Godly Statuette Back Bling
All of the items listed above will only be available for purchase in the store once the Solo Leveling event has ended.
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This update comes with the introduction of the Collaboration skins along with the Lantern Festival content and other co-op crossover updates, making it one of the largest updates before the next Fortnite season. One of the most highly requested Anime Protagonists (The Shadow Monarch) will be officially joining the Fortnite Island!
