Fortnite has done it again. On January 9, 2026, Epic Games launched a major crossover event with the iconic animated sitcom South Park, bringing the irreverent humor and unforgettable characters from the long-running show directly into the world’s most popular battle royale. This crossover — officially called South Park: Born in Chaos — runs through February 5, 2026 and adds new skins, game modes, items, and even map changes inspired by the Colorado town’s chaotic energy. (Pure Xbox)
🎭 What the South Park Crossover Adds to Fortnite
🧑🤝🧑 New Character Skins & Cosmetics
Players can now gear up as the classic South Park crew — all with a Fortnite twist:
Stan Marsh
Kyle Broflovski
Eric Cartman (as A.W.E.S.O.M.-O)
Kenny McCormick
Butters Stotch (as Professor Chaos)
Each of these comes as a mech-style skin to fit Fortnite’s scale and gameplay style. (G2A)
There’s also a Towelie sidekick available, adding a bit of that classic South Park absurdity to your loadout. (Push Square)
🗺️ Cartmanland & New Map Features
The update transforms part of the Fortnite island into a South Park-themed location called Cartmanland — a colorful point of interest filled with references to the show. (Pure Xbox)
This echoes past collaborations (like The Simpsons and Family Guy) in creating immersive zones tied to big pop-culture properties, but Cartmanland brings South Park’s signature chaotic flair to the island battlefield. (Radio Times)
🎮 New Gameplay Modes & Items
🎯 Quints — 5-Player Squads
For the first time in Fortnite’s history, this crossover introduces Quints — a limited-time playlist mode that allows teams of five players instead of the usual four. Designers have hinted it might stick around if the mode proves popular. (GamesRadar+)
🪄 Unique South Park Items
The crossover also brings several fun and game-impacting items:
Stick of Truth Mythic — Lets players manipulate the storm’s circle (a powerful late-game mechanic). (Yahoo Tech)
Cheesy Poofs — Healing items that restore health and can be used quickly. (Yahoo Tech)
Kenny’s Respawn Token — A one-time item that brings you back after elimination. (Yahoo Tech)
These items combine South Park humor with meaningful gameplay mechanics that shake up the usual battle royale rhythm. (Yahoo Tech)
🪪 Born in Chaos Pass — Free Rewards
Unlike many Fortnite seasonal passes that require V-Bucks, the Born in Chaos Pass for South Park is free for all players. It offers 13 exclusive themed items you can unlock by completing challenges throughout the event. (G2A)
Rewards include emotes, backpacks, pickaxes, and even a special Imaginationland Airship Glider for completing all the progression tiers. (G2A)
🤔 Why This Crossover Matters
This event isn’t just another set of skins — it represents a clash of two cultural powerhouses:
🔹 South Park is one of the most influential and enduring animated sitcoms, known for its irreverent satire and lasting impact on pop culture. (Pure Xbox)
🔹 Fortnite has become the ultimate pop-culture drop pad, bringing in everything from superheroes to sitcom characters as playable content, enriching its universe and keeping it fresh. (Radio Times)
By blending outrageous cartoon humor with competitive gameplay mechanics and new social elements (like five-player teams), Epic Games gives fans a larger-than-life way to celebrate both brands. (GamesRadar+)
🕹️ Tips for Players During the Event
⭐ Form a Quints squad: Take advantage of the 5-player mode with friends for chaotic tactical play. (GamesRadar+)
⭐ Complete the Born in Chaos Pass: Even if you don’t spend V-Bucks, you can unlock free cosmetics and rewards by completing event challenges. (G2A)
⭐ Explore Cartmanland: Unique easter eggs and references make exploring the new POI worth your time — fans may find hidden nods to classic episodes. (Pure Xbox)
🎯 Final Thoughts
The South Park × Fortnite crossover is more than just a meme-worthy mash-up — it’s a fully featured seasonal event with fresh modes, themed items, and free rewards that aim to keep players engaged through February 5, 2026. Whether you’re a Fortnite veteran or a South Park fan jumping in for the first time, this event offers one of the most creative collabs the game has ever hosted. (G2A)
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