Prominent leakers HYPEX and ShiinaBR have been teasing the contents of the upcoming FortniteShowdown Battle Pass for weeks, and the picture is now coming into focus ahead of the March 19, 2026 launch of FortniteChapter 7 Season 2.
Chapter 7 Season 2 Arrives March 19
FortniteChapter 7 Season 2, subtitled Showdown, is set to go live on March 19, 2026. As players race to finish their Chapter 7 Season 1 Battle Pass rewards before the season closes, attention is already shifting to what Epic Games has lined up next. Cinematic teasers released by Epic have already offered glimpses of key characters, including The Ice King and The Dark Voyager, hinting at the narrative direction the new season will take.
Leaked Showdown Battle Pass Skins
Based on leaks from HYPEX, ShiinaBR, and details visible in Epic's own teaser trailers, the following skins are expected to feature in the Showdown Battle Pass:
- The Foundation – Redesigned look first spotted in the Showdown teaser
- The Ice King – New design also revealed in the Showdown teaser
- The Order – Updated design
- Street Jules – New look for the returning character
- Blue Fish Octopus – New skin shown in a cinematic teaser
- Bugs Bunny – Looney Tunes collaboration leak
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These skins are based on leaks and teaser content. Epic Games has not officially confirmed the full Battle Pass lineup ahead of launch.
A Massive Wave of Crossover Collabs
Here's the thing: the collab list for Chapter 7 Season 2 may be the most ambitious Epic has attempted in a single season. Leakers have pointed to a wide range of franchises making their way to the island, with the Overwatch crossover standing out as a headline addition. Characters like Tracer, D.Va, and Genji are reportedly in the mix.
The Looney Tunes collaboration is expected to extend beyond Bugs Bunny in the Battle Pass, with Lola Bunny and Daffy Duck also rumored as part of a broader set. Below is the full list of crossovers leaked for Chapter 7 Season 2:
Chapter 7 Season 2 collabs
Battle Pass Pricing Has Changed
The Showdown Battle Pass will cost 800 V-Bucks ($8.99), following Epic's recent adjustments to V-Bucks pricing. What most players miss in this change is the removal of the bonus V-Bucks reward. For years, completing a Fortnite Battle Pass returned 500 V-Bucks on top of the initial purchase price. Starting with the Showdown Pass, players who complete every challenge will only recover the 800 V-Bucks they spent, with no additional bonus on top.
The key here is that this marks a meaningful shift in the value proposition of the Battle Pass. Previously, dedicated players could effectively fund future passes through completion rewards. That cycle ends with Chapter 7 Season 2.
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You'll want to spend your remaining V-Bucks or plan your purchase carefully, since the new pass structure no longer offers a completion bonus to offset the cost.
Why This Season Stands Out
The Showdown framing, pitting The Foundation against The Ice King, suggests Chapter 7 Season 2 will lean heavily into Fortnite's ongoing lore. Pairing that narrative focus with one of the largest collab rosters the game has seen makes this a season worth watching closely, whether you're a lore follower or a skin collector.
With Mario, Kingdom Hearts, Game of Thrones, and Overwatch all potentially landing in the same season, the island is set to become more crowded with iconic faces than ever before.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
When does Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 2 start?
Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 2 is scheduled to launch on March 19, 2026.
What is the Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 2 Battle Pass called?
The Battle Pass for Chapter 7 Season 2 is called the Showdown Pass.
How much does the Fortnite Showdown Battle Pass cost?
The Showdown Battle Pass is priced at 800 V-Bucks, which equals approximately $8.99.
Will players earn bonus V-Bucks for completing the Showdown Pass?
No. Unlike previous seasons that awarded 500 bonus V-Bucks upon completion, the Showdown Pass only returns the 800 V-Bucks spent on the purchase, with no additional bonus granted.
