- Epic Games has set January 9, 2026 as the official date for the arrival of the South Park event in Fortnite.
- The Cartman, Stan, Kyle, Kenny, and Butters skins will come with mech-like armor and variants like AWESOM-O and Professor Chaos.
- The Stick of Truth will allow you to control the storm and will add consumables such as Cheesy Poofs, the Cartmanland zone and five-player squad lists.
- The collaboration is part of Chapter 7 and continues Fortnite's commitment to major animated crossovers following The Simpsons season.
The new big bet of Epic Games To keep its battle royale game in the spotlight, it already has a name: the irreverent series South Park is preparing to land on the island of FortniteFollowing the success of the Simpsons special season, the game is once again relying on a hugely popular animation franchise to kick off the year with an event that is expected to be one of the most talked about by the community.
The company has been heating things up with teasers on social mediaLeaked trailers and cryptic messages have fueled speculation. Even so, a number of confirmed facts have already been revealed: release date, main characters, new map area, and gameplay changes which will affect all platforms where the title is available, including in Spain and the rest of Europe.
Official date and how the event was announced
The collaboration will kick off Friday, January 9, 2026According to details released through the game's official channels, Epic has repeated this date in several posts, making it clear that it will be one of the first major content of the year for Chapter 7, right after Winterfest 2025.
The initial teaser was a very brief message on X (formerly Twitter) with the text “Chaos, loading…” accompanied by an image of Butters He was in front of his computer, about to enter a game. Later, another message followed, containing the line “PREPARE. FOR. CHAOS.” and the date of the event, reinforcing the feeling that Professor Chaos will be one of the central figures of the season.
In that first glance, a detail that has not gone unnoticed is also apparent: the game lobby shows space for five players in the squadThis is something that hasn't been common until now. Although Epic hasn't officially confirmed it in writing, everything points to this collaboration also introducing five-player playlists, one of the most frequent requests of the battle royale fans.
The promotional campaign has been completed with a trailer that mixes Original South Park animation with gameplay sequencesThis is reminiscent of the famous World of Warcraft episode. It shows Cartman, Kyle, Stan, and Kenny playing Fortnite while Butters is left out, until Professor Chaos enters the scene with a very special object.
In Spain and the rest of Europe, these announcements have been broadcast simultaneously, so that the Event activation times will be synchronized with European servers, something common in major game updates.
Skins, mechs and confirmed characters
One of the points that arouses the most interest is the catalog of Skins inspired by the protagonists of South ParkEpic Games has confirmed that Cartman, Stan, Kyle, Kenny and Butters They will be part of the main offering, with models designed to fit into the standard gameplay of the battle royale.
The big challenge was in moving the 2D style and child size from the characters to a three-dimensional and more realistic environment like that of Fortnite. To solve this, the studio has opted for a solution that had already been mentioned in previous leaks: the use of mecha-type armor, which allow maintaining the iconic silhouettes and features of the Colorado kids, but adapting their height and proportions to that of any other playable character.
This cosmetic section will also include highly recognizable variants for fans, like Professor Chaos's version of Butters and the robot AWESOM-Owhich will function as one of the most striking alternate appearances in the bundle. These variants will be available in the in-game store alongside the rest of the themed items.
Beyond the main group, the trailer and leaks point to the arrival of Towelie (Towel) as a pet-like companion, which will expand the list of cosmetic companions which players can carry on their backs during the game. It's possible that more secondary characters will be added throughout the event via additional packs.
All this content will be integrated into the Fortnite shop starting January 9, 2026While exact prices and whether there will be regionally exclusive bundles have not yet been finalized, it is expected that availability will be the same for users in Europe and other territories.
Mini battle pass and themed rewards
In addition to the individual skins, various sources agree that the collaboration will feature a mini battle pass focused on South ParkThis special pass would offer challenges specific to the season and tiered rewards upon completing specific missions related to the series.
Among the possible rewards being considered are additional character variantsThemed backpacks, emotes with direct references to iconic episodes, and loading screens inspired by iconic moments from the show. Although Epic hasn't yet revealed the full structure, the material shown suggests a larger than usual content package in a simple cosmetic batch.
In the case of Europe, these types of mini-transfers usually last for several weeks, which would allow enough time for Spanish players and those from the rest of the continent to complete their contracts. daily and weekly challenges No need to play against the clock. No region lock has been mentioned at this time.
Community networks have already begun filling forums and messaging groups with lists of potential narrative challengesFrom Cartmanland-themed challenges to missions linked to Professor Chaos, everything remains speculation until Epic releases the full event roadmap.
The Rod of Truth and Storm Control
If there is one element that stands out above the rest in this collaboration, it is the Rod of TruthThis item, taken from the South Park role-playing video game universe developed by Obsidian, is unlike other purely aesthetic objects. Everything suggests that this item will have a... active role in gameplay.
Official announcements and leaks agree that the Staff will not be a simple accessory, but a legendary item with effect on the storm of the battle royale. The promotional material shows a player using it to unleash a lightning bolt, suggesting that it will allow alter the behavior of the safe zone in certain circumstances.
Among the features that have been unofficially described are a possible “storm power” to modify specific areas of the circle, as well as a tactical advantage in the final stages of the match, forcing opponents to reposition themselves. If confirmed, this item could change how decisive moments are approached in competitive modes.
For players in Europe, where ranked modes and tournaments are significant, the introduction of an item capable of directly influence the storm This will be a major point of discussion. It remains to be seen whether the Stick of Truth will be limited to casual lists or if it will also appear in competitive queues and official events.
In any case, Epic has already hinted in its messages that users will have to “Keep your eyes wide open to find the Stick of Truth and control the storm”This reinforces the idea that its use will be key during the themed season.
Cartmanland and map changes
The collaboration won't be limited to skins and items: there will also be new features on the Chapter 7 map itself. The trailer shows the arrival of “Cartmanland”, a reinterpretation of the amusement park seen in the series, adapted as new area of the island.
According to information shared by Epic, Cartmanland will be an area available from the start of the collaboration and will remain active until February 5, 2026During that period, it will become one of the hot spots to land at the start of the game, with its own loot distribution and possible hidden secrets.
This location will be based on the park from the series, but it has been Redesigned to fit the aesthetics and gameplay of FortniteBoth in Spain and in the rest of Europe, players will find it in the same position on the map, without variations by region, something common in large themed collaborations.
In addition to Cartmanland, the introduction of the following is not ruled out: minor additional changes to nearby points of interestwhether through posters, specific decoration or contextualized challenges that invite exploration of the area during the event.
With this new area, Epic reinforces the trend of using temporary zones linked to external franchises as a hook to attract both veterans and players who are approaching the title for the first time thanks to its collaborations with popular culture brands.
Five-player squads and adjustments to the experience
Beyond the visual content, one of the changes that could have a more profound impact on gameplay is the possible incorporation of squads of five playersThe detail of the lobby with five visible gaps in the teasers has strengthened a feature that fans have been requesting for some time.
This variation would open the door to larger teams in squad modesThis would modify both internal coordination and the way rotations and group matches are planned. Although an official statement detailing the available lists has not yet been published, several internal sources indicate that it would be a temporary adjustment tied to the South Park event.
Epic has indicated that they will be enabled specific lists for these teams of five During collaborations, groups of friends will be able to play together without anyone being left out. For the European scene, where console and PC gaming groups tend to be highly structured, this new feature could be especially welcome.
In addition to this possible change, the following are expected Minor adjustments to weapon and item balance, as well as the inclusion of themed consumables such as Cheesy PoofsThese snacks, seen in the promotional material, would function as usable items within the game, although Epic has not yet specified whether they will offer healing, temporary buffs, or other effects.
The arrival of has also been mentioned exclusive music and gestures Inspired by the series, these items would be integrated into the store and possibly the mini pass, providing new customization options for those who want to bring the South Park aesthetic to all facets of their account.
A collaboration that reinforces the crossover strategy
The union between Fortnite and South Park This is part of a line of work that Epic Games has been cultivating for some time: that of turning its game into a genuine meeting point of pop cultureIn recent months, franchises such as The Simpsons, Harry Potter, and various Quentin Tarantino film universes have visited the island.
With this new agreement, the battle royale continues to consolidate its position as platform for major collaborationsThis has allowed it to remain one of the most popular titles of the last decade, also in Spain, where its player base remains very large despite the passage of years.
The choice of South Park doesn't seem accidental: it's a series with more than 25 years of history and a very recognizable sense of humorIt is capable of parodying both political phenomena and cultural trends. Its tone fits quite well with the more irreverent side of the game, which has already proven its ability to laugh at itself on more than one occasion.
For Epic, collaboration is also a way of Start 2026 strong After a content-packed end to 2025, including the mini-season with The Simpsons and special Christmas events, the company seems determined to maintain a high pace of new releases without abandoning its strategy of Mixtures of video games, movies, TV series and music.
Looking ahead to the coming months, the European community will be watching closely to see if this alliance opens the door to more collaborations with adult animated series How South Park will fit into the live events or possible missions with its own narrative is something that has not yet been officially detailed.
With all the pieces on the table—mech-themed skins for Cartman and company, the arrival of Cartmanland as a new map area, the influential Stick of Truth, and the possibility of five-player squads—the Fortnite and South Park collaboration is shaping up to be... one of the most ambitious and peculiar crossovers in the game in recent yearsWhile we await the final details on pricing, specific modes, and the exact duration of the challenges, what is clear is that Epic is once again betting heavily on crossovers to keep a global community engaged, a community in which Spain and the rest of Europe have an increasingly significant presence.
