Disney Villains Land in Fortnite for Fortnitemares 2026
Epic Games kicks off Fortnitemares 2026 by bringing iconic Disney Villains like Maleficent and Captain Hook to the Fortnite Item Shop.
The Villains Have Arrived
It is finally happening. After months of teasers and endless speculation on social media, Epic Games has officially dropped its highly anticipated Disney Villains collection in the Fortnite Item Shop. The release marks the official start of Fortnitemares 2026, the game’s annual Halloween celebration.
This is not just another random skin drop. It represents the latest major milestone in the massive partnership between Epic Games and Disney. Ever since Disney invested $1.5 billion in the Fortnite developer back in early 2024, fans have been waiting for the classic animated characters to make their way to the island. Now, three of the most iconic antagonists in cinema history are ready to jump out of the battle bus.
Meet the New Lineup
The collection focuses on three legendary figures: Maleficent, Captain Hook, and Cruella de Vil. Each character has been meticulously translated into Fortnite’s signature art style without losing what made them terrifying—and stylish—in their original films.
Maleficent is the standout for many. She comes with her classic horned headpiece and elegant black-and-purple robes. Her glider is a stunning, shadow-infused dragon, and players can use her iconic spinning wheel staff as a pickaxe. If you look closely, her loyal raven, Diablo, sits on her shoulder as her custom Back Bling.
Then there is Captain Hook. He looks like he stepped straight out of Neverland, complete with his elegant red coat, feather-trimmed hat, and a literal hook for a hand. His pickaxe is a gleaming rapier, and his glider is a miniature version of the Jolly Roger ship. It is ridiculous, fun, and fits the chaotic spirit of Fortnite perfectly.
Rounding out the trio is Cruella de Vil. She brings high fashion to the battle royale. Dressed in her classic oversized fur coat with a stark black-and-white dress underneath, Cruella looks ready to dominate the lobby. Her pickaxe is a microphone stand, a nod to her theatrical personality, and she even has a custom emote that lets her drive a mini version of her vintage sports car around the map.
Pricing and Bundles
How much will this cost you? If you want to purchase these skins individually, each outfit will set you back 1,500 V-Bucks. This price includes the skin and the character’s respective Back Bling. The pickaxes and gliders are sold separately for 800 V-Bucks each.
However, Epic is offering a bundle for players who want everything. The Disney Villains Megapack is priced at 3,800 V-Bucks. It includes all three characters, their back blings, pickaxes, gliders, and exclusive loading screens. For dedicated fans, it is a significant discount compared to buying everything piecemeal.
More Than Just Cosmetics
But the crossover goes deeper than just the Item Shop. The Fortnite island itself has undergone a spooky transformation for Fortnitemares 2026. A thick, eerie fog now covers large portions of the map, and players can find classic Halloween weapons like the Pumpkin Launcher and the Wood Stake Shotgun in chests and floor loot.
Rumors are also swirling that Maleficent might play a bigger role later in the month. Dataminers have already found files hinting at an in-game mini-boss battle. Players may soon have to team up to defeat her dragon form in a special limited-time event. Epic Games has not confirmed this yet, but the community is already gearing up for a fight.
A New Era for Fortnite
The reaction online has been massive. Within minutes of the Item Shop reset, social media platforms were flooded with gameplay clips. Some of the most popular videos show Captain Hook doing modern pop-star emotes, a bizarre mashup that only a game like Fortnite could pull off.
This crossover signals a shift in Disney’s approach to gaming. We have seen Marvel and Star Wars characters in Fortnite for years, but classic Disney animation is a different story. Bringing these family-friendly villains into a shooting game shows how much trust Disney has placed in Epic Games.
The Disney Villains collection is expected to remain in the Fortnite Item Shop until the end of Fortnitemares 2026, which wraps up in early November. After that, they will likely go into the vault for a long time. If you want to terrorize the island as cinema’s greatest bad guys, now is your chance.
