All About Fortnite x Squid Game Collab: New Skins, Game Mode, and UEFN Map Details

Credit: Fortnite x Squid Game/Epic Games

Fortnite is stepping into the world of Squid Game this week, with a major crossover event dropping Friday, June 27. The collaboration arrives just as the final season of Squid Game hits Netflix, and it brings a themed map, new gameplay elements, and a wide variety of cosmetics inspired by the show.

The news was first shared during Unreal Fest 2025, where Epic Games announced that Squid Game assets would be made available to UEFN (Unreal Editor for Fortnite) creators. Starting June 27, creators can use official IP tools to design custom islands based on the show's environments.

Game Mode and Map Integration

While player-made creations are on the way, Epic has already crafted its own Squid Game-inspired experience inside Fortnite Reload titled “Squid Grounds,” featuring iconic locations from the series.

Players can explore the infamous dorm room, central arena, and, of course, play minigames like the deadly Red Light, Green Light, tug-of-war, and glass bridge. These POIs are:

• Costly Condos

• Manager's Meals

• Phoney Crossroads

• Hectic Hedges

• Red Greens

• Designer Docks

• Square Meals

• Player's Power

• Affluent Arrivals

• The Labyrinth

Credit: Fortnite x Squid Game/POIs/Reload

According to leaker HYPEX, this map replaces Reload Oasis from June 27 to 30, 2025. After June 30, it will rotate with Venture and Slurp Rush, with Reload Oasis returning later.

Fortnite x Squid Game - Official Reload Mode Trailer

What Skins Are Coming to the Fortnite Item Shop

According to Fortnite leakers like Loolo and Shiina, these are the skins and their prices coming to the item shop this weekend.

Character Skins

• Games Guard Skin — Includes customizable Circle, Triangle, and Square masks (1,500 V-Bucks)

• Games Manager Skin — A higher-up version of the red guard (1,500 V-Bucks)

• Male Player Skins (5 total):

  • Ddakji Defender

  • Green Light Guardian

  • Marble Maven

  • Dalgona Destroyer

  • Tug of War Titan

    (Each 1,200 V-Bucks, customizable jacket numbers)

• Female Player Skins (5 total):

  • Glass Bridge Survivor

  • Pentathlon Perfector

  • Jegi Juggler

  • Flying Stone Fighter

  • Gong-gi Great

    (Each 1,200 V-Bucks, customizable jacket numbers)

• Young-hee Doll Skin — A remixed version featuring Cuddle Team Leader style

Image: Fortnite x Squid Game all 14 characters' skin

Accessories & Gear

• Backblings:

  • Delicious Dalgona (300 V-Bucks)

  • Ddakji Box (300 V-Bucks)

• Emote:

  • Lil’ Prized Piggy Bank (500 V-Bucks)

• Weapon Wrap:

  • Squid Shapes Wrap (500 V-Bucks)

Bundles and Discounts

• All Skins Bundle: 3,000 V-Bucks (80% discount from full price)

• Accessories Bundle: 700 V-Bucks (56% discount)

• Gear Bundle: 700 V-Bucks

All these cosmetics will be decrypted within 24 hours of launch and will hit the U.S. item shop on June 26 at 8 PM EDT and on June 27 for Europe.

Free Rewards & Special Events

Epic Games is also offering limited-time free Squid Game cosmetics via in-game events and Twitch drops:

• Games Guard Outfit — Reward for top players in the upcoming Squid Game Cup

• Frontman Spray — Unlockable by scoring 8 points in the Cup

• Twitch Drops — Additional themed rewards for watching Fortnite streamers

Final Thoughts

While the crossover brings a solid lineup of cosmetics and creative content, some fans have voiced disappointment over the absence of main characters like Gi-hun or the Front Man. Instead, Fortnite’s versions focus more on its own original character models dressed in Squid Game gear, which some feel takes away from the authenticity.

Still, for Fortnite players and Squid Game fans alike, this event brings a fun and deadly twist to the battle royale universe—one that’s sure to dominate the island for weeks to come.