Playboi Carti is officially arriving in Fortnite on December 11, marking one of the game’s biggest music crossovers to date. With the rollout of the v39.10 update, the Atlanta superstar becomes Fortnite’s first-ever music-themed Blitz Boss, blending his cult-favourite aesthetic with Epic Games’ ever-evolving universe.
This moment has been building since Carti’s surprise cameo in the Fortnite Zero Hour live event—an event that drew 10.5 million players worldwide. Fans watched Carti team up with other icons to fight back against the Dark Presence, sparking instant hype and memes as players began asking when they could “cop a whole lotta Carti” in-game.
New Playboi Carti Skins, Emotes & Jam Tracks Drop December 11
Beginning at 7 p.m. ET, the Fortnite Item Shop will feature a full suite of Carti-inspired cosmetics. Players can pick up:
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Playboi Carti Outfit
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King Vamp Carti Outfit
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EVIL J0RDAN Emote
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Rather Lie Emote
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EVIL J0RDAN Jam Track
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“Sky” Jam Track
Carti’s influence also extends to gameplay: he’ll appear directly in Fortnite Blitz Royale, a fast-paced, 32-player mode designed for shorter, high-intensity matches—perfect for fans who want quick wins paired with high energy.
With recent Fortnite crossovers featuring artists like Travis Scott and Ariana Grande, Playboi Carti’s addition reinforces the game’s dominance at the intersection of music, fashion, and culture.
And now, with his arrival in the Fortnite universe, Carti’s “I AM MUSIC” energy evolves yet again — turning boldly into I AM FORTNITE!
