Fortnite is all set to collaborate with The Boys, Amazon Prime’s ultra-violent and satirical superhero series. The crossover is going to be a special one, and it will result in the introduction of themed content into the battle royale experience. Homelander is widely expected to be the face of the collaboration, given that he is arguably the most popular character from the series. He will likely receive a special skin in Fortnite, and you will be able to purchase the same from the Item Shop.The section below provides you with all the details regarding when the Homelander skin will arrive in the Fortnite Item Shop.
When will the Homelander skin be released in Fortnite?
A leak by SamLeakss on X confirmed that The Boys x Fortnite crossover is in the works. The collaboration is potentially arriving later in Chapter 7 Season 2, and it is expected to also feature car cosmetics.Speaking of the exact release date, the collab will likely land in-game on or after Thursday, May 14, according to Fortnite’s list of upcoming updates. May 14 is the only known update for the entire month following the recent Star Wars content drops. It is most likely that we might see the collaboration skins dropping between May 14 and May 20, 2026. The timing of the release is likely going to be tied directly to the season finale of The Boys on Amazon Prime Video, which is going to air on Wednesday, May 20, 2026.A collaboration drop in the window around May 14 to May 20 would give Epic and Amazon maximum cross-promotional impact.
What skins and cosmetics can be included in Fortnite x The Boys?
Homelander is the standout character and arguably the face of The Boys, making a Homelander Fortnite skin an almost certain inclusion. He has previously appeared in other games, including Mortal Kombat 1 and Call of Duty. Beyond Homelander, the crossover could also include other popular Supes like Starlight and A-Train. You can further expect themed cosmetics like back blings and pickaxes based on iconic moments from the show. The inclusion of car cosmetics is going to be particularly noteworthy, and it will be interesting to see what Epic Games is cooking. Keep in mind that the developers have yet to confirm the collaboration between Fortnite and The Boys. However, as the Season 5 finale is arriving on May 20, the Homelander skin feels closer than ever.
