Fortnite is making headlines with its largest Halloween event yet, known as Fortnitemares. This year, the game features an extensive lineup of crossovers, including Wednesday Addams and several iconic horror characters. However, the event faced a rocky start due to a social media incident involving rap artist Doja Cat.
Doja Cat’s Role in Fortnitemares
Doja Cat, a well-known musician and Fortnite fan, officially introduced her in-game character, the Mother of Thorns, during an appearance on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon. This character serves as a boss in the Halloween event.
Social Media Mishap
In preparation for the event, Fortnite hosted a brief takeover of its official X account by Doja Cat. However, the situation turned awkward when a post referred to “rose toys,” leading to confusion and embarrassment. Doja Cat later clarified on her personal X account that she had previously advised Epic Games against referencing adult toys in their posts.
- Doja Cat expressed her discomfort with the situation, stating she was “embarrassed.”
- The controversial post was quickly deleted from Fortnite’s account.
- Doja Cat removed all messages related to the incident shortly after.
Some fans speculate the incident may have been staged, given Doja Cat’s breaking of the fourth wall. However, such a theory raises questions about Fortnite’s willingness to discuss adult products with its predominantly younger audience.
Exciting New Features and Characters
Despite the social media incident, excitement builds for Fortnitemares. Players can purchase Doja Cat’s skin from Fortnite’s shop, alongside a variety of spooky characters. Notable additions include:
- Wednesday Addams
- Jason Voorhees
- Scooby-Doo (all major characters)
- Art the Clown from Terrifier
- Ghostface from Scream
- Characters from Poppy’s Playtime
New Gameplay Developments
Fortnite is also introducing fresh gameplay experiences in its Halloween update. A new map titled Nitemare Island will launch on October 10. This map features:
- A Halloween-themed town
- A mysterious castle
Additionally, the Fortnitemares event coincides with the seasonal K-Pop Demon Hunters collaboration, which lasts until November 1. Players can enjoy new skins and the exclusive in-game mode called Demon Rush.
As Fortnite embraces the Halloween spirit, players anticipate a thrilling gaming experience filled with themed content and familiar faces from popular culture.
