Epic Games has officially confirmed that a South Park collaboration is coming to Fortnite on January 9, 2026. The crossover brings the chaotic humor and instantly recognizable characters from South Park straight to the battle royale island.
After the strong response to The Simpsons mini-season, this event shapes up as one of Fortnite’s most ambitious animated crossovers yet. Epic plans to roll out multiple skins, a sidekick companion, and a brand-new mythic item tied directly to South Park lore.
Here is everything confirmed so far, plus clearly labeled leaks and community expectations.
Fortnite South Park Release Date and Update Details
The Fortnite x South Park collaboration launches on Thursday, January 9, 2026, alongside the v39.20 update.
Well-known Fortnite insiders HYPEX and ShiinaBR report that the event will introduce five playable character skins, all designed to fit Fortnite’s hitbox standards.
Confirmed South Park Skins
- Eric Cartman
- Stan Marsh
- Kyle Broflovski
- Kenny McCormick
- Butters Stotch
To make these characters work in Fortnite’s gameplay, Epic is using mech-style suits. This design choice matches earlier animated crossovers and keeps combat balanced while preserving each character’s look.
Towelie Sidekick Companion
One of the more surprising additions is Towelie, appearing as a sidekick companion.
Fans know Towelie for his explicit humor in the show, which raised early questions about ratings. Based on past Fortnite collaborations, Epic will likely tone down the character to meet the game’s content standards without removing his personality entirely.
If previous sidekicks offer any clue, expect Towelie to follow players, react during combat, and add visual flair rather than gameplay advantages.
The Stick of Truth Mythic Item
The collaboration also introduces The Stick of Truth as a mythic-tier item.
Epic has not revealed official gameplay details yet. However, multiple leakers suggest the item could interact with Fortnite’s storm mechanics, possibly altering movement, damage zones, or safe areas.
Fortnite often ties mythic items to boss encounters. That pattern suggests the Stick of Truth may drop from a South Park–themed boss during matches, though Epic has not confirmed this detail.
Fortnite South Park Mini-Pass and Pricing
Like previous animated crossovers, the event will likely include a Mini-Pass, offering both free and premium cosmetic rewards.
Expected Pricing (Based on Past Events)
- Individual skins: Around 1,500 V-Bucks each
- Full bundle: Estimated 3,000+ V-Bucks, discounted compared to individual purchases
- Mini-Pass premium tier: Roughly 1,000 V-Bucks
Leakers suggest Butters Stotch may serve as the premium Mini-Pass reward. This fits the event’s rumored title, “Born in Chaos,” a clear nod to his alter ego, Professor Chaos.
Community Speculation and Unconfirmed Features
Beyond what Epic and leakers have shared, the Fortnite community has been busy speculating. None of the following features are confirmed, but they remain popular fan requests:
- Randy Marsh skin (one of the most requested characters)
- “Oh my God, they killed Kenny!” emote or voice line
- South Park–themed weapons or consumables
- Map changes referencing locations like South Park Elementary
Epic has not commented on these ideas, so treat them as fan hopes rather than guaranteed content.
Final Thoughts
The Fortnite x South Park collaboration looks set to deliver a mix of humor, nostalgia, and gameplay-focused content without breaking Fortnite’s competitive balance. With recognizable characters, a mythic item tied to South Park lore, and a structured Mini-Pass, this crossover fits neatly into Epic’s recent collaboration strategy.
More official details should arrive closer to the v39.20 update. Until then, January 9, 2026 is the date to circle if animated chaos is your thing.
Stay tuned for confirmed patch notes and in-game reveals as Epic shares more.
