Epic Games is bringing Squid Game to Fortnite. The announcement came during the State of Unreal 2025 event. There is a strong chance that this will be one of the biggest crossovers Fortnite has introduced this year. It will be available in Fortnite Creative and Unreal Editor for Fortnite (UEFN). Players will be able to build, play, and share their own Squid Game challenges. If you are looking for more information regarding this crossover, keep reading!

What is the Fortnite x Squid Game event about?

Epic Games is adding official Squid Game content to Fortnite. This content will let players and creators build games based on the Netflix series. The update includes tools and assets that match the show’s design. However, Epic shared only a few information and nothing more, so we are not sure what the team is actually planning.

As a guess, players will be able to create their own maps using these tools. They can design games like “Red Light, Green Light” or make new challenges inspired by the show. These maps will be part of Creative mode and UEFN. More information and details will be given soon by Epic Games either through the official portal or X. You can find Fortnite’s post on X below:

What to expect from the Fortnite Squid Game collaboration?

Players can expect a full set of Squid Game-themed tools. These tools will include objects, environments, and templates based on the show. Creators will use them to make new maps and game modes.

There may also be Squid Game skins. Fans are asking for the pink guards and green tracksuits to become available in the Item Shop. Epic has not confirmed this yet, but it is likely.

Epic may add a ranked or tournament mode as well. Squid Game is about survival and competition. Fortnite could use that idea to offer special events with V-Bucks or other prizes. When the Fortnite Competitive account reacted to the teaser, it made fans believe that a tournament might be part of the event.

Fortnite x Squid Game release date

The Fortnite x Squid Game crossover will launch on June 27, 2025. This is the same day as the Season 2 finale of Squid Game. The timing also fits Fortnite’s Chapter 6 Season 3 schedule.

On this date, the new Squid Game tools will be available in UEFN. Creators can start using them to build maps. This update will arrive mid-season, which is when Epic usually adds new content.

Epic has not said when Squid Game skins might come out. But based on past crossovers, skins usually arrive soon after the main event starts.

What else was announced at the Unreal Fest 2025?

Epic Games announced many updates during the State of Unreal event. These updates will enable developers and creators to build better experiences across games.

Witcher 4 Tech Demo

CD Projekt Red showed a live demo of The Witcher 4 using Unreal Engine 5.6. The game ran at 60 frames per second on a PlayStation 5. It featured a new city, forest scenes, and realistic horse animations. You can find the trailer below:

New Content for UEFN

Epic will bring Avatar: The Last Airbender assets to UEFN in 2026. Star Wars content is also coming later this year. These will give creators more options when building new games and experiences.

MetaHuman Updates

Epic added the MetaHuman Creator to Unreal Engine 5.6. It allows developers to make realistic characters. Now, creators can design both faces and full bodies. They can also sell their characters on the Fab marketplace.

AI NPCs and Voice Chat

Creators will soon be able to build AI characters using the Persona Device. These NPCs can talk and respond to players during gameplay. This feature will come to UEFN later this year.

Epic Games Store Features

Epic is adding pre-loading to its store. Developers will also be able to self-publish games on iOS and Android by the end of 2025.

How to play Squid Games in Fortnite right now

You can already play Squid Game maps in Fortnite before the official event begins. Obviously, these are all fan-made maps that you can enjoy in  the game, not official. Many creators have built maps that recreate games from the show.

One of the most popular maps is Octo Game 2 by sundaycw. This map includes several challenges from Squid Game. It allows players to compete against each other in Creative mode, and you can find more information about it here.