Fortnite updates: Kizuna AI skins, release date, and more

Fortnite has made history in 2026 by welcoming its first-ever VTuber collaboration with the legendary Kizuna AI. As a pioneer, Kizuna AI’s arrival as an Icon Series skin will be a significant milestone for the virtual streaming community.
Thanks to the crossover, Epic Games is all set to introduce a variety of themed cosmetics into the battle royale experience, including skins, emotes, back blings, and more. The following section provides all the details that you need to know about the Fortnite x Kizuna AI collaboration.

Fortnite Kizuna AI Skin release date and times

Following several leaks across social media platforms, Epic Games has finally confirmed that the Kizuna AI bundle will officially hit the Fortnite Item Shop on Friday, January 16, 2026. If you are looking forward to the cosmetics, keep in mind that the release for the same is scheduled for 4:00 PM PT / 7:00 PM ET.
If you are from other regions, here is when the shop update will occur:

• Central European Time (CET): Saturday, Jan 17 at 1:00 AM
• India Standard Time (IST): Saturday, Jan 17 at 5:30 AM
• Japan Standard Time (JST): Saturday, Jan 17 at 9:00 AM

Accordingly, once the bundle is released, you can head to the Fortnite Item Shop and buy the different items.

Kizuna AI Cup in Fortnite

Before Kizuna AI arrives in the Fortnite Item Shop, you also have the opportunity to get the outfit and Wings Back Bling for free by participating in the Kizuna AI Cup on Tuesday, January 13, 2026. This Duo tournament will be open to players on all platforms, and you can compete in up to ten matches across a three-hour window to accumulate points based on placements and eliminations.

What’s included in the Fortnite Kizuna AI Bundle?

The Kizuna AI collaboration is set to feature an array of cosmetic items. Here are the different leaked and confirmed cosmetics:

• Two skins: There will be two outfits releasing in Fortnite: Kizuna AI outfit and a "Jersey" variant. They will both feature LEGO styles.
• Back Blings: Kizuna AI's Wings, a "Chibi AI-Chan," and a "Lovely Kizuna" variant.
• Fortnite Festival Gear: A themed Microphone and Guitar, alongside a special "Hello, Morning" Jam Track.
• Additional items: The "Hello, Morning" Emote, the "Wrapped in AI" Wrap, and the "It’s Kizuna AI" Loading Screen.

The Kizuna AI crossover opens the door for collaborations with other VTubers, and it is a significant introduction.