As LEGO NINJAGO gears up to celebrate its 15th Anniversary in 2025, fans are getting an early present: NINJAGO: Rise of the Ninja officially lands in LEGO Fortnite Odyssey on December 11, bringing a wave of new content, gameplay features, and iconic characters into the survival-sandbox universe.
The major update expands Odyssey with a brand-new NINJAGO Island, fresh elemental powers, classic weapons, and exclusive outfits—perfect for long-time fans and new players alike.
Explore the NINJAGO Island and Unlock Elemental Power
Players will begin their adventure at the Monastery home base, before traveling across the island to visit the ICE, LIGHTNING, and EARTH Sanctums. Each location presents a new challenge, allowing players to learn and master the elemental abilities tied to NINJAGO lore.
Expect a mix of exploration, combat, and creative discovery—especially as you begin to harness these powers in battles against newly introduced enemies across Odyssey.
New Weapons: Nunchucks and Shuriken Arrive
No NINJAGO adventure would be complete without classic ninja weaponry. The update introduces:
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Nunchucks
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Shurikens
Both fit seamlessly into Odyssey’s crafting and combat systems, giving players new ways to take on foes with fast-paced ninja-style action.
Unlock Kai and More With the NINJAGO LEGO Pass
Players can purchase the NINJAGO LEGO Pass, which automatically unlocks the Kai Outfit. Progression through the Pass grants access to three new premium Builds inspired by the world of NINJAGO.
This seasonal-style progression system adds even more incentives for players who want to dive deeper into the theme.
Zane, Jay & Cole Hit the Item Shop in Life-Sized Form
For the first time ever, the ELEMENTAL Masters of:
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ICE – Zane
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LIGHTNING – Jay
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EARTH – Cole
will appear in the Item Shop in life-sized, battle-ready forms. Each outfit comes with both a LEGO style and a special Fortnite Style usable in non-LEGO Fortnite modes, giving players incredible versatility across the game.
Creator Tools: Build Your Own Ninja Worlds
Creators will also get access to a selection of NINJAGO assets when the update drops on December 11. These include an asset gallery designed to help developers craft their own NINJAGO-inspired experiences using Fortnite’s Creative tools.
This opens the door for fan-made mini-games, training arenas, and full adventure maps celebrating the world of NINJAGO.
More NINJAGO Content Coming in 2026
NINJAGO fans have even more to look forward to—the story will continue with a second major update in 2026, expanding the lore even further inside the Fortnite ecosystem.
To stay updated, visit the official Fortnite Blog
