Fortnite seems to be teasing a potential crossover with Blade Runner, according to some intriguing leaks making the rounds. Recently, there’ve been whispers about various collaborations coming to the game, from King of the Hill to Kaiju No. 8— the latter being confirmed shortly after the leaks surfaced. If these new rumors prove accurate, Fortnite players could soon see some action from Ridley Scott’s legendary cyberpunk world.
Epic Games is no stranger to merging its popular battle royale with beloved sci-fi franchises, having previously introduced elements from both Star Trek and Star Wars. While many expected a Blade Runner event during Fortnite’s “Mega” chapter, it didn’t happen. Yet, Epic might be ready to make it up to fans by finally bringing Blade Runner elements into the fold.
On January 25, leaker NotPalo hinted at Blade Runner’s potential arrival in Fortnite. This tease was followed shortly by HYPEX, who also suggested a Blade Runner 2049 collaboration was in the pipeline. Although Epic hasn’t officially confirmed any details, these leakers have a track record of accurate predictions, including the recent Hatsune Miku crossover, suggesting there could be substance to these rumors.
While we don’t know exactly when or what a Blade Runner crossover would involve, it seems likely that characters like Ryan Gosling’s Officer K or Harrison Ford’s iconic Rick Deckard might make an appearance as skins. This collaboration could be a strategic move to keep Blade Runner in the spotlight, especially with Amazon’s planned Blade Runner show, which has its leads set and could soon move forward after delays. Bringing beloved Blade Runner characters to Fortnite might help sustain public interest until the series can generate more buzz with new promotional efforts.
Regardless of Fortnite’s take, Blade Runner fans have something else to look forward to in the gaming world. Annapurna Interactive, known for publishing the hit game Stray, is working on a Blade Runner game set between the original movie and its 2049 sequel. The last Blade Runner game debuted back in 1997 and received an enhanced edition in 2022. It seems that long-time fans might finally get the Blade Runner video game they’ve been waiting for.
Fortnite remains a versatile playground where players can dive into diverse experiences—from concerts to adventure games—and form teams to conquer its massive, ever-changing environment. Whether exploring the giant islands alone or teaming up with friends, there’s always something new to discover and enjoy. The game’s cross-platform capability means players on multiple devices can join the battle, offering endless ways to engage in the thrilling world Epic Games has created.
