Crash Bandicoot is coming to Fortnite on August 28, 2026, with his Outfit set to appear in the Item Shop alongside several themed cosmetics. Players can also unlock Crash without spending V-Bucks by performing well enough in one of the Override Series: Crash Bandicoot Cups taking place before his shop release.
How to Unlock the Crash Bandicoot Skin for Free
To get the Crash Bandicoot Outfit for free, you’ll need to compete in an Override Series: Crash Bandicoot Cup on August 28. Three different tournaments are available:
- Crash Bandicoot Mobile Cup: Solos
- Crash Bandicoot Reload Cup: Duos
- Crash Bandicoot Zero Build Reload Cup: Duos
The Mobile Cup provides a Solo option, while players entering either Reload tournament will need a partner.
Each event runs for two hours. Points are primarily earned through eliminations and placement, and only players who finish above their region’s required leaderboard threshold will receive the Crash Bandicoot Outfit.
Crash Bandicoot Cup Times and Placement Requirements
| Region | Local Time | Required Placement |
|---|---|---|
| North America East | Aug. 29, 12 AM–2 AM | Top 150 |
| North America Central | Aug. 29, 2 AM–4 AM | Top 350 |
| North America West | Aug. 29, 12 AM–2 AM | Top 100 |
| Europe | Aug. 28, 6 PM–8 PM | Top 500 |
| Asia | Aug. 28, 10 AM–12 PM | Top 50 |
| Brazil | Aug. 28, 10 PM–12 AM | Top 100 |
| Middle East | Aug. 28, 4 PM–6 PM | Top 50 |
| Oceania | Aug. 28, 9 AM–11 AM | Top 50 |
With relatively limited winning spots available in each region, earning Crash for free will require a strong performance across the tournament window rather than simply participating.
When Does Crash Bandicoot Come to the Fortnite Item Shop?
Players who don’t qualify for the free Outfit will still be able to buy Crash Bandicoot when he reaches the Fortnite Item Shop on Friday, August 28.
Crash’s individual Outfit is expected to cost around 1,500 to 1,600 V-Bucks, although the final price has not been confirmed in the provided details. A larger bundle is expected to cost approximately 2,100 V-Bucks.
The Crash Bandicoot cosmetics include:
- Crash Bandicoot Outfit
- Crash Classic Outfit Style
- Crash’s Victory Emote
- Aku Aku Back Bling
- Bandicoot Wrap
- Wumpa Fruit Pickaxe
That means competitive players have an opportunity to secure the main Crash Bandicoot skin before paying for it in the Item Shop. Anyone who misses the required placement can instead wait for the August 28 shop rotation and purchase Crash with V-Bucks.
