Fortnite, the ever-evolving battle royale phenomenon, has thrilled fans yet again by unleashing one of the most iconic monsters in cinematic history: Godzilla. Yes, you can now step into the massive shoes—or claws—of the King of the Monsters and wreak havoc across the Fortnite island. This latest crossover is a monumental addition to Fortnite’s already impressive roster of collaborations, combining gaming’s action-packed chaos with the timeless appeal of one of pop culture’s biggest legends.
Godzilla Stomps into Fortnite
The Fortnite x Godzilla collaboration is more than just a new skin—it’s a fully immersive experience for fans of the giant kaiju. Players can now play as Godzilla, embodying his towering and fearsome presence in the Fortnite universe. There is a playable skin as well as a chance to play as the giant Kaiju. The skin faithfully captures Godzilla’s iconic design, featuring his rugged, scaly texture, glowing dorsal fins, and fiery blue eyes. Whether you’re rampaging through builds or standing triumphantly in Victory Royale, this skin is guaranteed to make you feel unstoppable.
Play As the Giant Kaiju
The most interesting bit of this addition is the non-aesthetic boss Godzilla. There is a chance that one player can become Godzilla, towering above the rest of the map, stomping buildings, roaring at players, and blasting with a laser. A portal appears in the first 3-4 minutes of every match, this changed from the portal having a 20% chance of appearing. Once one player enters the Godzilla portal, the monstrous Kaiju drops into the match for a limited time. The interesting thing unlike most Fortnite bosses like Doom, is that Godzilla won’t make it to the end game. His life bar depletes over time but all the players won’t let it happen anyway. The player who deals the most damage on the giant kaiju when he appears, is rewarded with the Godzilla medallion, which gives dashes like the Cerberus medallion of last season.
Themed Accessories and Add-Ons
The Godzilla bundle doesn’t stop at just the skin. Fortnite has gone above and beyond to include a suite of accessories inspired by the legendary kaiju. These items add depth to the experience and let players fully embrace the Godzilla aesthetic. Key features of the bundle include:
- Atomic Roar Emote: Channel Godzilla’s signature roar to intimidate your opponents or celebrate your victories.
- Kaiju Claw Harvesting Tool: A melee weapon designed to resemble Godzilla’s deadly claws.
- Radioactive Wrap: Deck out your weapons and vehicles with a glowing, radioactive design reminiscent of Godzilla’s energy.
- Back Bling: A miniature version of Godzilla’s dorsal fins that light up as you move.
Each of these items is crafted to make players feel like they’re controlling the King of the Monsters, adding an extra layer of fun to every match.
Why This Collaboration Works
Fortnite has a history of blending popular franchises into its universe, from Marvel superheroes to Star Wars characters. However, the inclusion of Godzilla feels particularly special because of the kaiju’s legacy. Godzilla has been a towering figure in cinema for nearly 70 years, representing themes of power, resilience, and survival. By bringing this icon into the game, Fortnite bridges the gap between generations of fans, offering a fresh way to connect with the legendary monster.
Moreover, Godzilla’s sheer size and presence align perfectly with Fortnite’s chaotic and over-the-top gameplay. Imagine towering over structures, launching devastating attacks, or just roaming the island with your team. The possibilities for epic moments are endless.
A Limited-Time Opportunity to Play as Godzilla
Like many Fortnite collaborations, the Godzilla skin and accessories are only available for a limited time. This exclusivity makes the bundle a must-have for fans of both Fortnite and Godzilla. Whether you’re a long-time kaiju enthusiast or a new fan, this is your chance to add an unforgettable character to your collection. To get the skin, all you have to do is grow your account by 12 levels when you have Battle Pass enabled. That is such an easy way to get such an iconic skin.
Items Added to the Store
As of January 16 2025, Epic added the Mechagodzilla & Kong Bundle to the store and it includes the reactive Mechagodzilla Outfit that glows when attacking enemy players, the Kong Outfit, as well as:
- Proton Drill Pickaxe
- Kong’s Battle Axe Pickaxe
- Proton Exo-Boosters Back Bling
- B.E.A.S.T. Armorplate Back Bling
- Roar Power Wrap
- Cybernetic Scream Wrap
- B.E.A.S.T. Glove Emote*
The Mechagodzilla Outfit, which comes with the Proton Exo-Boosters Back Bling, is available individually, as well as the Kong Outfit, which comes with the B.E.A.S.T. Armorplate Back Bling.
*The B.E.A.S.T. Glove Emote has different sounds when equipped with Mechagodzilla or Godzilla (sold separately). You can preview the sound in the in-game Item Shop when equipped with those Outfits.
Conclusion
The addition of Godzilla to Fortnite is a testament to the game’s ability to continually surprise and excite its players. By merging the thrilling chaos of Fortnite with the iconic power of Godzilla, Epic Games has created a truly unique experience. So, gear up, channel your inner kaiju, and dominate the battlefield like never before.
Are you ready to unleash the King of the Monsters?
Update: Kaiju No. 8 Collabo introduced to add to the Godzilla allure in Chapter 6 Season 1
