Epic Games has unveiled an exciting collaboration between Fortnite and baseball icon Shohei Ohtani, launching as part of the Icon Series during Chapter 6 Season 2. This partnership coincides perfectly with the commencement of the MLB season, granting players the opportunity to unlock exclusive Shohei Ohtani-themed skins, embark on quests, and engage in a competitive free-for-all tournament.
Whether your goal is to acquire the trending Samurai Shohei Outfit or tackle baseball-themed challenges, the Fortnite x Shohei Ohtani collaboration is packed with engaging content waiting to be explored. Below, you’ll find everything you need to know about this unique collaboration.
Overview of the Fortnite x Shohei Ohtani Collaboration
The Fortnite x Shohei Ohtani collaboration is set to kick off on March 15, 2025, with the Shohei Ohtani Cup taking center stage. Following this, Shohei Ohtani-themed merchandise will become available on March 17, 2025. Here’s a comprehensive list of the cosmetics scheduled for release on that date:
- Shohei Ohtani (Outfit)
- Shohei Ohtani (LEGO Outfit)
- Samurai Shohei (Outfit)
- Samurai Shohei (LEGO Outfit)
- Decoy (Back Bling)
- Trusty Two-Way (Pickaxe)
- Samurai Screamer (Back Bling)
- Doggy Dingers (Emote)
- Hey Batter (Emote)
Following the item release, Fortnite x Shohei Ohtani Quests will commence on March 18, 2025, and will run until the conclusion of Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 2. Players can earn free XP to boost their Battle Pass progress by completing a series of quests, which include:
- Finish 3 matches in the Top 17.
- Eliminate 3 players from over 50 meters away.
- Throw a total of 17 items.
- Inflict 54 damage on opponents with The Kneecapper.
- Slide continuously while traveling 59 units of distance.
Participate in the Fortnite Shohei Ohtani Cup: Win Exclusive Rewards
For those eager to access exclusive content ahead of the general release, the Shohei Ohtani Cup presents a unique opportunity to unlock the Samurai Shohei Outfit early. This Solo Battle Royale tournament will commence on March 15, 2025, inviting players of all skill levels from multiple regions including Asia, the Middle East, Oceania, Brazil, Central North America, North America West, and Europe.
Participants will have the chance to play up to 10 matches within a three-hour timeframe.
For further information and specifics about the tournament, players can view the official tournament rulebook here.