Fortnite x Batman: New weapons, map changes, skins, more
Epic GamesBatman traveled from Gotham to Fortnite in November 2019.
Epic Games have announced their Fortnite x Batman collaboration, bringing with it a new weapon, map changes and a host of new cosmetic items.
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Fortnite has seen success from multiple crossovers during its tenure at the top of the battle royale podium, from a Stranger Things collaboration to the inclusion of John Wick, Epic Games have provided a wide array of content through their third party alliances.
Perhaps the most notable crossover was the Fortnite x Marvel partnership, aptly timed with the release of Avengers: Endgame (the highest grossing films of all time).
[ad name=”article2″]In line with tradition, Epic Games announced their Fortnite x Batman crossover in conjunction with the Caped Crusader’s 80th anniversary on Batman Day (September 21).
The event revealed a ruck of Batman–themed changes coming to the battle royale, all of which are summarized below:
New Batman Grapnel Gun and Explosive Batarang
Players will be able to use Batman’s Batarang as a throwable honing device that sticks to enemies, while the Grapnel Gun will add a new dimension to movement with the Bat Cape.
[ad name=”article3″]New Batman and Catwoman skins
As expected, the Batman skin was included in the announcement, alongside the Catwoman skin (with additional cosmetics)
The full reveal trailer can be seen below:
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Epic Games are also offering free games on their store, as part of the special event. These games include: the Arkham collection (a remastered Arkham Asylum and Arkham City, alongside Arkham Knight) and three Lego Batman titles (the original game, DC Super Heroes and Beyond Gotham).