Fortnite continues to evolve in 2025: New modes, content, and structures

Fortnite has undergone numerous changes in 2025. Epic Games has further expanded the game, introducing new modes, content, and systems.

The developments affect both the core offering and related areas such as creative content, cosmetics, and technical availability. At the end of the year, Fortnite is more broadly positioned than before.

Expansion of the Fortnite ecosystem

By the end of 2023, Epic Games had already released several new game modes at once, including Fortnite Festival, Rocket Racing, and Lego Fortnite. These offerings were further expanded in subsequent years, without any individual modes taking center stage. Instead, new content was continuously added.

At the same time, the Fortnite Creative area grew. In 2025, “Steal the Brainrot” became the first Creative map to establish itself with consistently high player numbers. The mode is based on a licensed concept and at times achieved usage comparable to the Battle Royale modes.

Epic also announced that creators would be allowed to integrate in-game transactions with V-Bucks into their islands in the future.

Return to mobile platforms

Another factor contributing to the game’s reach was the renewed availability of Fortnite on mobile devices in many regions. Following legal victories, the game returned to these platforms. This significantly increased the potential user base.

In addition, new cosmetic items were introduced. In addition to already familiar categories such as vehicles and musical instruments, so-called sidekicks were added in 2025. These are companions that follow players in matches. These new cosmetic types achieved a higher level of acceptance than previous expansions.

Fragmentation of the Battle Royale offering

Over the course of the year, Epic added several standalone variants to the classic Battle Royale. These include a permanent OG mode that brings back content from Chapter 1 and has its own Battle Pass.
In addition, there was Blitz Royale with short matches and Delulu, a limited-time weekend mode with voice chat.
In addition to these variants, Reload also remained available. Despite the multitude of options, all modes continued to attract sufficient numbers of players. No matchmaking issues were reported.

Prominent collaborations and music content

Fortnite Festival evolved into a platform for music collaborations in 2025. In addition to the mode’s headliners, additional skins and content were released with artists such as Deadmau5, Daft Punk, Doja Cat, Tyler, The Creator, and Playboi Carti. This was followed in December by a collaboration with Kim Kardashian.

This content was offered independently of the festival mode in the item shop and complemented the existing range of character skins.

Use of new technologies

In May 2025, Epic introduced an interactive Darth Vader character during a Star Wars event. The character responded dynamically to spoken input using AI-based speech synthesis. In addition, other content appeared over the course of the year that was perceived by some to be AI-generated, including graphics and music tracks.
Epic CEO Tim Sweeney spoke publicly about the role of AI in game development.
However, no specific announcements were made regarding broader use within Fortnite.

FAQ

What new modes were added in 2025?

Among others, OG, Blitz Royale, and Delulu.

What is Steal the Brainrot?

A successful creative map with consistently high player numbers.

Is Fortnite playable on mobile devices again?

Yes, the game is available again in many regions.

What new cosmetics were introduced?

Sidekicks, i.e. companions, as well as other item categories.

Were there any new music collaborations?

Yes, several artists were integrated as skins.

What role does Fortnite Creative play?

The mode has been further expanded and monetized.

Was AI used in the game?

Yes, including in an interactive NPC, among other things.

Has Epic announced any further AI plans?

No specific details are available on this.