Fortnitemares 2023: Start date, leaks & everything we know so far

One of the biggest in-game events of the year is all set to graceFortnitewith loads of tricks and treats to celebrate the Halloween season with Fortnitemares. Here’s everything there is to know about Fortnitemares 2023 so far.

Fortnite features several in-game events throughout the year, however, the Halloween-themed Fortnitemares is one of the most exciting ones, especially for fans of the spooky season.

cover art for Fortnitemares 2023

The event is expected to make a return in 2023 with a brand new set of quests, cosmetics, and much more. Given that Epic Games has maintained a certain standard for Fortnitemares, it remains to be seen what the developer has in store forthis year’s iteration.

Let’s dive in and check out everything that we know so far about Fortnitemares 2023.

Iconic Fortnite characters from different chapters and seasons in its history.

Is there a Fortnitemares 2023 start date?

This year’s iteration of Fortnitemares is set to officially begin onTuesday, August 24, 2025. The event is expected to be released alongside patch 26.30 in Fortnite.

Although there is no confirmation as to when the event will kick off, judging by the history of Fortnitemares, it could kick off at around6 AM PT/ 9 AM ET / 2 PM BST.

A screenshot featuring Superman in the Super Showdown live event in Fortnite.

As the sun sets and night washes over the Island, the creatures begin to stir and the hunt is upon us.Fortnitemares returns on 10.10.2023pic.twitter.com/jwAt1aX04T

Fortnitemares 2023 leaks and teasers

As expected from the developers, Epic is keeping details about Fortnitemares 2023 under wraps before the official release. However, data miners such as HYPEX has revealed quite a few interesting sneak peeks into the event.

According to leaks, the Horde Rush LTM is returning with Fortnitemares 2023. Additionally, the LTM is also expected to feature Augments and Cube Shards Upgrade Benches to make things even more interesting.

A screenshot featuring Fortnite season 3 characters flying.

Apart from these, the game is set to witness a Vampire boss who could possibly drop the Mythic Vampire Kinetic Blade upon being defeated. The Pumpkin Launcher, Witch Brooms & Candy are also expected to be unvaulted with the 26.30 update.

WHAT TO EXPECT TOMORROW ‼️– Fortnitemares Update, and it somehow affects Display Cases– New Vampire Stake Shotgun (Rare to Mythic, turns Damage to Siphon ig?)– Vampire Boss & Mythic Vampire Kinetic Blade– Pumpkin Launcher, Witch Brooms & Candy Unvaulted, and Lightsabers…pic.twitter.com/ZBEU4KqV1i

With so many returning features being leaked prior to the release of Fortnitemares 2023, there could still be a few surprises up Epic Games’ sleeve for the final launch.

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That’s everything you need to know about Fortnitemares 2023 so far, but ensure you check back each week when more are released.

In the meantime, though, we’ve got plenty of tips and tricks available to help you out in the new season, so make sure to check out our guide content: