Fortnite teases collab with vocaloid Hatsune Miku - expect a concert, a pickaxe and skin

Fortnite is gearing up for a major collaboration with Hatsune Miku! Social media hints suggest a potential in-game appearance, possibly including more than just a skin. The Fortnite Festival account playfully mentions possessing Miku's backpack, while Miku's official account has reported it missing, sparking excitement among players.

Rumored items beyond the standard Vocaloid skin and a virtual concert include a unique pickaxe and a "Miku the Catgirl" skin variant. The anticipated launch date is January 14th.

Separately, Epic Games is taking legal action against professional Fortnite player Seb Araujo for using cheat software (aimbot and wallhacks) in a late December tournament. The lawsuit alleges Araujo gained an unfair advantage, winning thousands of dollars in prize money while other players followed the rules.