Fortnite has recently reintroduced a classic Marvel cosmetic that had been missing from the game for almost five years. The popular battle royale game by Epic Games has a history of exciting collaborations, offering unique items from various games, TV series, movies, and more. From Star Wars to Indiana Jones, and from Dragon Ball Z to Jujutsu Kaisen, Fortnite has featured a diverse range of skins and items. However, the partnership with Marvel has been particularly remarkable.
Marvel has significantly enriched Fortnite with its iconic characters, with famous figures like Spider-Man, the Guardians of the Galaxy, and Dr. Strange receiving their own in-game skins. The game has also incorporated special mechanics and events inspired by Marvel heroes, such as Spider-Man's web shooter. Now, an old Marvel crossover in Fortnite is making a nostalgic return.
In a recent update to Fortnite's in-game store, the Black Widow-themed pickaxe has resurfaced after an absence of almost five years. As shared by the popular Fortnite source ShiinaBR, the "Widow's Bite" pickaxe had been missing from the store for a total of "1791 days," marking nearly five years since its last appearance. Originally introduced in April 2019 during an Avengers collaboration tied to the release of Avengers: Endgame, the Black Widow pickaxe is now available for purchase at 800 V-Bucks.
Fortnite Reintroduces Rare Black Widow Pickaxe
The reappearance of the Black Widow pickaxe coincides with Fortnite's recent Marvel crossover launch. The latest crossover features characters from Guardians of the Galaxy, with skins based on Drax, Young Adult Groot, and Mantis being added to the game. Each Marvel-themed skin includes a variation that players can enjoy in LEGO Fortnite as well. Additionally, players receive a set of emotes inspired by scenes from the Guardians of the Galaxy films, including one depicting young Groot dancing in his pot.
Fortnite's latest Marvel crossover arrives alongside the game's new competitive season, Chapter 5 Season 2, which introduced various skins inspired by mythological figures like Cerberus, Medusa, and Poseidon. The season also brought new items and weapons like the Thunderbolt of Zeus and the Wings of Icarus to enhance player experiences in the battle royale. With a wealth of new skins, returning classics, and gameplay modifications, Fortnite's Chapter 5 Season 2 aims to offer fans an exciting and engaging experience.