Fortnite’s latest crossover brings the animated world of Springfield into Epic Games’ ever-expanding online platform. The update, announced November 1, introduces characters and settings from The Simpsons, complete with themed skins, a new Battle Royale map called Springfield Island, and a series of short animated tie-ins.
Players who purchase the current Battle Pass can unlock skins for Homer, Marge, and Ned Flanders, alongside Simpsons-inspired versions of Fortnite originals Fishstick and Peely. While the cosmetics require paid access, the new Springfield Island map is available to all players as part of the standard Battle Royale rotation. The 80-player map features familiar locations from the show recreated in cel-shaded style, matching the visual tone of the long-running animated series.
A new feature called Sidekicks also debuts in this update, allowing players to have small companion pets that follow them during gameplay. The first, a banana-colored dog named Peels, is not directly tied to The Simpsons but fits the crossover’s lighthearted aesthetic.
The collaboration goes beyond gameplay updates. Epic and Gracie Films, the production studio behind The Simpsons, co-produced four animated shorts that will roll out weekly throughout November. The first, “Apocalypse D’Oh,” is available now across social media platforms, with three additional episodes releasing on November 10, 17, and 24. All will also stream on Disney+ within The Simpsons Collection, which currently includes the show’s full 37-season run.
The Simpsons content is also compatible with other parts of the Fortnite ecosystem, including Lego Fortnite, where players can access blocky versions of the new avatars. Epic is extending the collaboration further with Simpsons-themed items in Rocket League, continuing the company’s strategy of interlinking its major titles through shared events and content.
Fortnite remains free-to-play across major platforms, including Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, Xbox, PC, Android, and iOS. Access to The Simpsons Battle Pass costs 1,000 V-Bucks (about $8.99).
