Epic Games and The Simpsons are teaming up for a month-long Battle Royale season in Fortnite, transforming the game into Springfield starting November 1, 2025. Players can explore iconic locations, unlock themed outfits, and watch four original animated shorts streaming on Disney+. The crossover includes weekly updates, quests, and ties to The Simpsons' TV episode airing November 2.
Overview of the Collaboration
The Fortnite x The Simpsons event integrates the animated family's world into Fortnite's Battle Royale mode, creating a new 'Springfield Island' map for 80-player matches. This back-to-basics experience launches on November 1, 2025, and runs through November 29, with weekly content drops building chaos from a Zero Point shard mishandled by Homer Simpson. Players will encounter corrupted versions of Springfield, fighting characters like Evil Homer, Witch Marge, and Krusty for loot while completing quests in the Springfield Battle Pass.
Gameplay and Battle Pass Details
The season features map changes, new weapons, and Simpsons-themed elements, such as a giant donut influencing gameplay. Unlockable outfits include Homer, Marge, Bart, Ned Flanders, Blinky Fishstick, and Springfielder Peely, with alternate styles like Evil Homer and Witch Marge inspired by 'Treehouse of Horror.' A new 'Sidekick' named Peels is available in the battle pass, with more arriving November 7. Iconic locations like Krusty Burger, Kwik-E-Mart, Moe's Tavern, Springfield Nuclear Power Plant, Mr. Burns' mansion, and the Simpsons' home will appear on the cel-shaded island.
Animated Shorts and TV Tie-In
Four original shorts, co-produced by Epic Games and Gracie Films, preview weekly narrative and map updates. They release as follows:
- November 1: 'Apocalypse D’Oh'
- November 10: 'Sugar High'
- November 17: 'Multiplidiocy'
- November 24: 'The Incredible Bulk'
Available in-game, on Fortnite's social channels, the quests tab, and streaming on Disney+, these shorts unfold the story of Fortnite's invasion of Springfield. Additionally, the November 2 episode of The Simpsons on FOX includes a special Fortnite couch gag, streaming the next day on Hulu and Disney+ for bundle subscribers.
Additional Crossovers
The event extends to Rocket League with a limited-time mode until November 17, where players drive through Springfield to earn rewards like the Blinky Topper, Homer's Hedges Player Banner, and Waste Wheels. This collaboration follows Disney's $1.5 billion investment in Epic Games, paving the way for broader IP integrations in Fortnite using Unreal Engine.