Fortnite fans are in for a treat as the anticipated crossover with The Simpsons goes live, ushering in Chapter 6, Season 5. Gamers will now dive into Springfield Island, where a return to the core battle mechanics promises an exhilarating experience. This season is packed with Simpsons-inspired updates and a fresh lineup of cosmetics available in the shop.
Weekly Updates and Animated Shorts
Each week, players can look forward to new map updates, introduced through The Simpsons animated shorts. These shorts are a collaboration between Gracie Films and Epic Games. The first one is currently available, and you can watch it in various ways, such as through Fortnite’s Quests tab, the game’s social channels, and Disney+. Here’s the schedule for the animated shorts:
● November 1 – “Apocalypse D’Oh”
● November 10 – “Sugar High”
● November 17 – “Multiplidiocy”
● November 24 – “The Incredible Bulk”
Springfield Battle Pass and New Tournaments
The Springfield Battle Pass is offering exciting rewards, including outfits of iconic characters like Homer, Marge, Flanders, Blinky Fishstick, and a Springfielder Peely. Don’t miss the chance to explore the Delulu mode during the weekend, featuring weapons themed after The Simpsons and adding a dose of unexpected alliances.
The competitive scene is heating up with tournaments set in Springfield, especially the Victory Cups, where cash is up for grabs for each Victory Royale secured upon reaching Round 2.
Introducing Fortnite Sidekicks and More
This season marks the debut of Fortnite Sidekicks, starting with Peels, now available in the shop. Additional Sidekicks will be introduced starting Friday, November 7.
Simpsons fans playing Rocket League are in for a bonus, too. Now through November 17, players can complete Springfield-themed challenges to earn exclusive in-game rewards. Test your skills for items like the Blinky Topper, Homer’s Hedges Player Banner, Waste Wheels, and more. Plus, there’s an unlimited challenge offering 20,000 XP with every completion.
The Fortnite X The Simpsons crossover invites players into Springfield Island, reviving the game with new content and nostalgic charm.