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Epic Details Unreal Engine 6 With AI Tools and Cross Game Cosmetics

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Epic Games announced Unreal Engine 6 on June 17 with generative AI features and plans for portable Fortnite cosmetics. The reveal came during State of Unreal and Unreal Fest 2026 in Chicago. Developer Poncle said it is reviewing a planned Fortnite crossover due to the AI push.

Olivia Rodrigo Fortnite collab launches with new album

Olivia Rodrigo has launched a collaboration with Fortnite that brings her third album into the game. The partnership went live on June 25 and includes new cosmetics, emotes, and music tracks. It marks her addition to the game's Icon Series.

Vampire Survivors studio reviews Fortnite collaboration over AI

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Poncle, the developer behind Vampire Survivors, announced it is reviewing its planned Fortnite collaboration following Epic Games' State of Unreal presentation. The decision came hours after Epic showcased generative AI tools during the event. The studio cited concerns over Epic's use of the technology for game assets.

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Fortnite removes lethal fall damage in non-ranked modes

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Overwatch heroes announced for Fortnite crossover

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Fortnite offers refunds for D4vd cosmetics after arrest

Fortnite will allow players to request self-service refunds for cosmetics featuring singer David “D4vd” Burke starting April 28. Burke, arrested on April 16 in connection with the death of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez, had his song 'Feel It' included in a game emote last May. Epic Games plans further changes but has not committed to removing the items.

Laufey headlines Fortnite Festival with new collaboration

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Singer Laufey has been announced as the headline act for Fortnite's musical spin-off Festival, bringing her tracks, emotes, and a playable character to the game. In an interview, she discussed the unexpected partnership and her recent Coachella debut. The collaboration includes a new karaoke mode and ties into her 'A Matter Of Time' tour.

Epic Games CEO apologizes, pledges insurance for laid-off programmer with terminal brain cancer

Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney publicly apologized and pledged to resolve insurance issues for Mike Prinke, a veteran programmer laid off in mass cuts with terminal brain cancer. The response followed a viral Facebook post by Prinke's wife, Jenni Griffin, detailing their family's hardships after the March 24 layoffs affecting over 1,000 employees.

Fortnite developers react amid concerns over Epic Games' 1,000+ layoffs

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In the aftermath of Epic Games' March 24 layoffs affecting over 1,000 employees—many from Fortnite teams—developers have voiced worries about the battle royale game's future. CEO Tim Sweeney called on remaining staff to deliver fresh content while eyeing a shift to Unreal Engine 6, but reactions and backlash underscore the challenges ahead.

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