- The Kai Cenat skin is coming to Fortnite on September 12 with its own Icon Series set.
- Big reveal: campaign at the Sphere in Las Vegas and live Twitch announcement.
- The pack would include a skin, backpack, pickaxe, emote, a "Lil Cenat" companion, and an item linked to Mercedes AMG.
- Unconfirmed price: Leaks suggest regular Idol Series ranks and possible bonus content variants.
Kai Cenat lands in Fortnite with his own Idol Series skin after weeks of insinuations and jokes on social media. The New York streamer announced the collaboration on X and the game's official account responded with a laconic "Leaked," making it clear that the agreement was real without any need for great detours.
The presentation did not end with a simple tweet: Epic Games brought the announcement to the Sphere in Las Vegas, illuminating the gigantic dome with images of the creator and his in-game appearance. The community greeted it with excitement and high expectations, waiting to see the complete set and how it fits into the Fortnite ecosystem.
Ad and campaign at the Sphere in Las Vegas
The promotional campaign began in mid-August., when the Sphere projected a teaser of the Kai Cenat skin visible from all over Las Vegas. Shortly after, the streamer himself showed the collaboration in a direct from twitch before thousands of spectators, completing a double staging between the physical and digital world that is rarely seen for a creator.
Release date and reveal schedule
Epic confirmed on X the date marked on the calendar: September 12The set is scheduled to debut in the in-game store that day, with the "first full look" at the content so players can decide between individual items or the full bundle. The official confirmation follows the weekend's announcements and fits in with the usual movement of the Idol Series.
The live presentation It also served to light the social monitoring: messages of support from creators like Clix and CouRage, and a conversation that put Cenat at the center of Fortnite culture in a matter of hours.
What would the Kai Cenat pack include?
What was seen at the Sphere and in the shared clips suggests an Icon Series-style set: main outfit, retro backpack (back bling), pickaxe, and a dedicated gesture. Details of the outfit (white sleeveless shirt, red camo shorts and cap), although alternative styles are not confirmed at this time.
The most talked about news is the arrival of a partner “Lil Cenat”, the creator's hamster, as part of the set. This item fits with the Companion function that Fortnite is preparing and that, according to several leaks, could be activated with this launch.
In addition, different reports They mention an item linked to Mercedes AMG: This could be a vehicle decoration, a body sticker, or a separate cosmetic item. Epic hasn't yet detailed its final form or whether it will be sold outside of the main bundle.
Expected price, how to buy it, and the role of Mafiathon 3
Epic has not communicated the official price. In the Idol Series, it's common for the skin alone to cost around 1.500 V-Bucks, and the accessory bundle to cost around 2.000–2.400 V-Bucks; some leaks suggest the figure is higher if extra content like a vehicle item or new features are added, putting the cap higher. Everything points to a Item Shop rollout on September 12, with options to purchase individually or in a discounted pack.
There is a possibility that there is a themed cup or tournament to unlock the skin before it arrives in the store, although this option is unconfirmed. If it happens, it will be announced in advance.
The creator has linked this release to his Mafiathon 3: a great marathon on Twitch with which Cenat plans to return to live and which he has described as his final subathonFortnite is expected to have a significant presence during the event, further expanding the skin's impact on its massive audience.
With a highly visible campaign, a confirmed date, and a set filled with personal touches, Kai Cenat's arrival on the Idol Series continues to be one of the season's most notable crossovers. The potential inclusion of fellow contestant "Lil Cenat" and content linked to Mercedes AMG increase his appeal to collectors and fans; the conversation is already underway, and September 12th will be the opportunity to see how this impact translates on the island.
