Fortnite enthusiasts are abuzz with the latest leaks unveiling three Guardians of the Galaxy skins for the game, showcasing beloved characters Drax, Groot, and Mantis. Although an official release date for these Fortnite additions remains unconfirmed, fans can anticipate their arrival soon.
The sneak peek into this crossover emerged during a recent update for LEGO Fortnite, where keen-eyed fans spotted LEGO renditions of Drax and Groot in the update's promotional material. This significant update introduced three vehicle builds for LEGO aficionados to enjoy, alongside new tools, additional LEGO-style Fortnite skins, and more. While the initial hint of the Guardians skins merely teased fans, the subsequent reveal has provided a wealth of information.
An image shared by Fortnite leaker Hypex displayed the standard Fortnite versions of the three Guardians skins, complete with their respective back blings and harvesting tools. The Drax and Mantis skins embody the characters in their signature attire, while the Young Adult Groot skin captures him in his robust, athletic phase. Notably, Mantis' skin features subtle reactivity with her antennas intermittently emitting light. Furthermore, in addition to the skins, there are accompanying cosmetics from Guardians of the Galaxy: Drax's Blades pickaxe and back bling, Flora Colossus Fist pickaxe and Groot's Gamepad back bling for Groot, and Insectoid Claws pickaxe and Lil Abilisk back bling for Mantis. Alongside these, the emotes Potted Groot Dance and Zargnut Invisibility are slated for release.
New Drax, Groot, and Mantis Skins Heading to Fortnite Soon
- Each skin will be bundled with a back bling and pickaxe.
- Exciting emotes like Potted Groot Dance and Zargnut Invisibility will also be introduced.
Reports suggest that these items will be available as a bundle purchase using real currency rather than V-Bucks. Fans may recall a previous Groot skin in Fortnite, accessible through a battle pass. The resurgence of Marvel characters in Fortnite is undoubtedly a pleasant surprise, potentially hinting at further developments.
In a groundbreaking move, Disney and Epic Games announced a strategic partnership in February, aiming to deepen the integration of Fortnite with popular Disney franchises like Marvel, Star Wars, and Pixar. As part of this collaboration, Disney made a $1.5 billion investment to acquire equity in Epic Games. The alliance also entails joint efforts towards a new gaming and entertainment universe, possibly accessible within the Fortnite platform akin to experiences such as LEGO Fortnite or Rocket Racing.
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