Kai Cenat’s Fortnite Skin Reveal: Bundle, Price, Launch Date, and More
- Sagar Mankar
- 2 days ago
- 2 min read
Kai Cenat has finally joined Fortnite’s Icon Series, and the way Epic Games revealed it was nothing short of wild. On August 18, 2025, the Las Vegas Sphere lit up with a minute-long showcase, debuting Cenat’s in-game skin bundle in front of thousands of spectators.
The announcement didn’t exactly come out of nowhere. Dataminers and Fortnite insiders had already hinted at a major creator collab, and Kai himself teased it on Twitter a day earlier. But even with leaks floating around, nobody expected the reveal to be this flashy.
The reveal showed Kai’s animated skin in full detail, complete with custom cosmetics and some unexpected extras. Fans immediately spotted a hamster-themed back bling, a pickaxe carrying the AMP branding, and an emote based on one of Cenat’s viral dance clips.
But the biggest surprise came when a Mercedes AMG-themed item appeared cruising across the Sphere display. Epic Games hasn’t clarified whether this will become a drivable car in-game or simply a cosmetic item, but the crossover is already being praised as one of Fortnite’s boldest creative moves.
What’s in the Bundle
Based on official teasers and leaks, the Kai Cenat Icon Series bundle includes:
Outfit/Skin: A stylized version of Cenat wearing a white tank top, red shorts, and dreadlocks, with reactive energy effects.
Back Bling/Pet: “Lil Cenat,” his pet hamster, designed as an animated back bling or interactive companion.
Pickaxe: A custom harvesting tool styled like an energy axe.
Emote: Inspired by Kai’s viral stream dances, making it instantly recognizable for fans.
Possible Extras: A glider or wrap tied to the Mercedes collaboration, though Epic has yet to confirm.
Following the tradition of Icon Series drops, the bundle is expected to cost around 2,000–2,500 V-Bucks, with each item also available separately. The release date is set for September 12, 2025.
Fan Reactions
As with many Fortnite crossovers, fan response has been divided. Supporters flooded X and Reddit with excitement, praising the creative reveal and celebrating Cenat’s massive Twitch influence — he currently sits at over 18.5 million followers.
Fellow streamers like Lazarbeam, CouRageJD, and TypicalGamer congratulated Cenat, calling the collab “next-level” and “fire.”
On the flip side, critics argued that Cenat isn’t closely tied to Fortnite compared to other streamers like IShowSpeed. Some players felt the choice was more about celebrity status than community contribution.
Others resurfaced past controversies surrounding Cenat, leading to calls for boycotts. Still, many fans defended him, pointing out that the partnership reflects Fortnite’s ongoing strategy of embracing mainstream culture, not just dedicated game creators.
Alongside the reveal, Cenat announced Mafiathon 3 as his next subathon. While the start date hasn’t been shared, fans believe it will coincide with his skin’s release.