Disney Villains Coming to Fortnitemares, Leaks Reveal
Fortnitemares is getting a wicked twist. Leaks reveal that Disney Villains like Maleficent and Cruella de Vil are heading to the Fortnite Item Shop.
A Wicked Collaboration on the Horizon
Halloween is coming early to the Fortnite island. Epic Games is gearing up for its annual Fortnitemares event, and this year’s celebration looks to be especially wicked. According to several prominent data miners, a massive crossover with Disney is about to take over the Item Shop. Legendary villains Maleficent and Cruella de Vil are reportedly making their battle royale debut, bringing their signature brand of animated malice to the battlefield.
The leaks didn’t just come out of nowhere. Trusted Fortnite insiders, including prominent community leakers ShiinaBR and HYPEX, spotted encrypted files in the game’s latest update files. These files point directly to a major Disney Villains bundle. While Epic Games has kept quiet about the exact release date, the timing aligns perfectly with the upcoming mid-October patch. Fans are already scrambling to save up their V-Bucks.
Who Is Joining the Hunt?
At the center of the leak are two of Disney’s most iconic antagonists. First up is Maleficent, the Mistress of All Evil. Rumors suggest she will feature her classic animated look, complete with her iconic horned headdress and flowing black and purple robes. Players are hoping for a built-in emote that lets her transform into a dragon, or at least some green-flamed gliders and a staff-themed harvesting tool.
Then there is Cruella de Vil. Known for her striking half-black, half-white hair and extravagant fashion sense, Cruella brings a completely different energy to the game. She is expected to come with a highly detailed trench coat and potentially a modern, stylish variant inspired by her live-action film. Of course, her glider might just be a chaotic, smoke-spewing vintage car.
Some leakers hint that Captain Hook could round out the trio, though his inclusion remains a bit more mysterious. Epic Games has a history of dropping surprise skins midway through their seasonal events, so a third villain isn’t out of the question.
The Epic and Disney Connection
This crossover is the latest step in a rapidly expanding relationship between the two entertainment giants. Earlier, Disney invested $1.5 billion into Epic Games to build a “persistent universe” connected to Fortnite. Since then, we have seen a steady stream of Disney, Pixar, Marvel, and Star Wars content hit the game. Bringing classic villains into the mix for a Halloween event is a natural progression.
Fortnitemares is historically one of Fortnite’s most popular seasons. In past years, Epic has introduced horror icons like Michael Myers, Jack Skellington, and Alan Wake. Mixing classic Disney villains into this spooky roster offers a nostalgic yet fresh spin that appeals to both younger players and older fans who grew up on classic hand-drawn animation.
Community Reaction and Hype
Social media has been flooded with speculation since the leaks dropped. On platforms like X and Reddit, fans are already debating which villain they want to main. Some are expressing relief that the game is pulling from classic animated films rather than just live-action reboots. Others are already pitching future collabs, with names like Hades from Hercules and Jafar from Aladdin popping up in almost every comment thread.
“If Maleficent has a dragon glider, my wallet is done for,” one user wrote on Reddit. Others are pointing out how hilarious it will be to see Cruella de Vil hitting modern emote dances after securing a victory royale. It is exactly this blend of high-fashion menace and goofy gameplay that makes Fortnite crossovers so successful.
What Else to Expect During Fortnitemares
Beyond the Item Shop cosmetics, Fortnitemares usually shakes up the actual gameplay. Players can expect several seasonal changes:
- The return of Horde Rush, a popular co-op mode where squads fight off waves of Cube Monsters.
- Spooky unvaulted weapons, such as the Pumpkin Launcher and Wood Stake Shotgun.
- Witch Brooms scattered across the map to help players quickly traverse the terrain.
- Chilling map changes, with fog rolling into certain POIs and creepy decorations popping up on houses.
The Disney Villains bundle will likely cost around 2,500 to 3,000 V-Bucks if you buy the whole set, while individual skins will probably retail for the standard 1,500 V-Bucks each. Each character is expected to come with their own dedicated Back Bling and Harvesting Tool.
As always with leaks, things are subject to change until Epic Games makes an official announcement. However, with the files already sitting in the game’s backend, it is safe to say that players should start preparing their squads for a very Disney-themed scare season. Keep your eyes on the Item Shop as October rolls in.
