Phil Roberts 
A new Xenomorph from Alien Earth has arrived on the Fortnite map. With new Alien Egg emotes, Face Hugger Back Bling, and a Tail Pickaxe, this is the ultimate Xeno set!
Look out, Alien fans, because the new Xenomorph from Alien Earth has arrived in Fortnite. The new Xeno, affectionately named “Steve” by the artists at Weta Workshop, has followed Ripley and the original Xenomorph to the game to unleash the terror on Fortnitemares. In the series, the terrifying creature is finally unleashed on Earth, causing havoc, and now it brings even more terror to Battle Royale. With the current season reaching its climax and Fortnitemares about to end, Epic Games and FX have sprung one last surprise with this set.
THE SKIN
The new Xenomorph looks incredible, as if it has been taken directly from the series and placed into the game. The attention to detail on this skin is astounding, providing players with the most realistic and lifelike version of the creature to date. To make the skin even more impressive, the team at Epic Games has rewarded the creature with some great cosmetics. The creature’s infamous gestating cousin, the Facehugger, finally makes its debut as a Back Bling, and the creature uses a portion of its tail as a Pickaxe. But if that isn’t enough, the Xeno comes with an emote that delivers a clutch of Alien Eggs, complete with gestating Llama!
PRICING
Disney and Epic Games have knocked this collaboration out of the park. The Alien Earth Xenomorph set is a premium collection, considering the accessories included, and the cost reflects that. However, Fortnite will always split the components to make the set more affordable. Read on for the full breakdown:
Alien Earth Xenomorph Bundle – 2,000 V-Bucks
Alien Earth Skin – 1,500 V-Bucks
Llamamorphs (Alien Eggs) Emote – 400 V-Bucks
Xeno Tail Slasher – 500 V-Bucks
Facehugger Sample Back Bling – 300 V-Bucks
REVIEW
In our review of the series, Carl Roberts said, “Franchise fans need not fret. The series fits in brilliantly with the movie franchise. All the elements are there, things we are used to seeing and expect to see are here. Some elements are a complete surprise. The franchise has been significantly expanded. From this opening episode, the sandbox is open to more intriguing elements and world-building being added moving forward. There are more, different Xenomorphs seen here, opening the possibility that these new Aliens could become a staple of the franchise. Instead of sticking to what’s been done before, creator Noah Hawley has pushed the envelope. Expanding the lore and giving the franchise a shot in the arm of new, fresh blood.” Read our full review here.
RELEASE
Frankly, it is wonderful to see characters from the series finally making their way to the map. Previously, only Ripley and James Cameron’s Xenomorph design had been released in the game. So it was a pleasant surprise to be rewarded with the new Xenomorph. But could other characters from the series be looming on the horizon? Sydney Chandler’s character, Wendy, would be an excellent addition to the Fortnite map. With her synthetic android body, Wendy would seamlessly fit into the game. Additionally, the eye-bug could serve as either a backbling or a sidekick, making the skin truly sensational. So, let’s hope more follow shortly.
In the meantime, fans can enjoy the most definitive version of H. R. Giger’s classic Xenomorph in the item shop right now. It may be one payout too far after the treasure trove of Fortnitemares collaborations, but in space, nobody can hear you scream. So grab your new Xenomorph skin and unleash the terror across the map before all roads lead to Springfield for The Simpsons season.
The ALIEN EARTH Xenomorph set is available to buy from the item shop now.
Are you excited about the Fortnite x ALIEN EARTH collaboration? Sound off in the comments below. Now, if you’ll excuse me, it’s time to suit up. See you on the map!
Meet Phil Roberts! He’s the dedicated owner, daily content manager, and editor-in-chief of The Future of the Force. Phil is a budding novelist who turned his passion toward writing about the franchises he loves back in 2016. He’s a huge fan of all things Star Wars, Batman, DC, Marvel, Star Trek, Indiana Jones, Ghostbusters, King Kong, and the Ray Harryhausen movies. Phil is a BFI-accredited journalist and a distinguished member of the Film Critics Association UK.
If he’s not catching a movie at the cinema, you can bet he’s streaming something just as awesome!
