What Horror Icons Are Joining Fortnite’s Fortnitemares 2025?

Fortnitemares has become a Halloween staple in Fortnite, and the 2025 edition promises to deliver another exciting and varied lineup.

The annual event typically runs in October, filling the island with creepy decorations, limited-time modes, and horror-themed crossovers. This year, dataminers and leakers have already pointed to some major collaborations, including Jason Voorhees, Ghostface, and even the Scooby-Doo gang.

Horror Icons Enter the Island

One of the biggest reveals is Ghostface from the Scream franchise. According to well-known Fortnite insiders like HYPEX and Shiina, Ghostface won’t just arrive as a skin; he’s bringing a mythic item called the Stalker Knife. This weapon allows players to stalk and jumpscare opponents with two attack modes, although it slows down movement for balance.

Jason Voorhees from Friday the 13th is also confirmed. His mythic, the Jason Medallion, is rumored to temporarily transform players into the hockey mask-wearing killer, complete with combat buffs. This crossover follows Epic’s history of adding horror icons like Leatherface in 2024, so Jason’s addition feels like a natural next step.

Scooby-Doo Joins the Fun

Perhaps the most unexpected leak is a Scooby-Doo collaboration. According to SamLeakss, Shaggy will feature multiple skin styles, and the iconic Mystery Machine van could even be drivable. Reports suggest this vehicle may tie into special quests, making it more than just a novelty.

Fans are already buzzing about the possibility of seeing Fred, Daphne, Velma, and Scooby as skins too. But leakers advise tempering expectations.

A Nod to Indie Horror

Another rumored addition is tied to REPO, an indie horror game that released earlier this year. Leakers believe Epic may include skins or emotes inspired by its creepy aesthetic. Since the game features monsters like Banger and the Headman, it wouldn’t be surprising to see those designs adapted as backblings or cosmetics.

Event Timing and Map Changes

Based on past years, Fortnitemares 2025 is expected to run from October 15 to November 1, although Epic has yet to officially confirm the dates.

As usual, the battle royale map will get a spooky overhaul with pumpkins, cobwebs, and haunted POIs. You can probably expect to see returning challenges, themed quests, and maybe even a new limited-time mode. Leakers suggest Horde Rush could make a comeback, but there’s also speculation about a brand-new horror mode.

What’s Missing (and What Fans Want)

Not every horror favorite made the cut, at least not yet. Fans have pointed out the absence of Freddy Krueger, Pennywise, and Chucky. Others are hoping Epic sneaks in characters like Beetlejuice, Wednesday, or even a Five Nights at Freddy’s crossover. Whether Epic surprises us with these additions remains to be seen, but the demand is clearly there.