Look out, Fortnite players, because Epic Games just dropped our first look at the Fortnite Showdown Battle Pass featuring Bugs Bunny, and a new version of The Rock’s Foundation.
The Ice King commeth. We are just days away from the new Fortnite Showdown season, and the hype is real. Not only has Epic Games teased a fun Norse Mythology-inspired season, but the early teasers have confirmed the return of the game’s legendary villain, the Ice King. However, until now, we’ve only had snippets of data to satisfy our insatiable appetite for information. Well, all that is about to change.
Today, Epic Games has officially released the official Key Art for Fortnite Showdown Chapter 7 Season 2, and it doesn’t just confirm the return of the Ice King. The glorious artwork gives us our first look at the new characters who will feature throughout the Battle Pass. So, who will be making up the highly anticipated pass? Are the rumors true?
SHOWDOWN
Let’s dive in and find out what we have to look forward to for the next few months. First up, those juicy rumors hinting at a collaboration with Looney Tunes are officially confirmed by the inclusion of Bugs Bunny in the Battle Pass. Get ready to shout “What’s up, Doc?” with Bugs before Lola Bunny and Daffy Duck enter the item shop sometime throughout the season. Aside from Bugs, the Battle Pass appears to be light on collaboration characters. Instead, the pass features remixes of existing characters, along with a few new additions to the roster.
First up, those remix characters. In addition to the Ice King, the pass features an all-new version of Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson’s Foundation. Johnson is a massive fan of the game and will be relishing his return to the in-game action. With a new skin and updated graphics, the character looks better than ever. But if Jules and The Order are more your speed, you’re in luck because both of these legacy characters will be getting the re-skin treatment.
NEW CHARACTERS
Thankfully, the other half of the pass consists entirely of new characters, although they may look similar to any number of previous skins released over the years. We have a new Fisherman Fishstick skin to enjoy, as well as two female characters yet to be named who will be swinging into action. Sadly, there is no sign of the previously revealed “First Avenger” variant of Marvel’s Captain America, so gamers should expect him to be available in the item shop. But don’t rule him out of the pass just yet. The full reveal may change the game up!
RELEASE
Sadly, aside from the Key Art, we still know very little about the new season. However, the return of the Ice King and The Foundation hints at a flashback season packed full of OG surprises, so players have much to look forward to. Throw in a bunch of new weapons, some long-awaited mythic weapons, and a treasure trove of new skins coming to the item shop, and Fortnite Showdown promises to be a banger! Check back for the full reveal when it arrives from Epic Games.
Fortnite Showdown Chapter 7 Season 2 kicks off on March 19.
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