Fortnite’s First Superhero Academy Arrives June 8

Fortnite Chapter 6, Season 3 is launching on June 8, and Epic Games is going all in on a completely original superhero-themed season — not tied to Marvel or DC, but crafted from Epic’s own universe of powers, characters, and gameplay.

Following the Death Star Sabotage live event on June 7, the game will enter an extended overnight downtime. When players return the next morning, they’ll be dropped into a brand-new season where the battle pass is packed with original heroes, new mythics, massive gameplay changes, and multiple crossovers — including One Punch Man and Superman.

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New Superheroes, Abilities, and Utopia City

This season will center around a Superhero Academy, where players can unlock and train as new characters. According to leaks, code names like Polarity, Win, Ashen, Magnus, and Spatial Travel hint at the unique powers tied to each hero. These powers won’t be just cosmetic — they’re set to become core to Fortnite’s loot pool.

Abilities will drop from chests like weapons, appearing in floor loot, supply drops, and chests. They may even come with special “ability materials” in build mode. This signals a dramatic shift — one that may echo Fortnite’s past experiments like the Star Wars loot pool, where traditional guns were removed in favor of themed gear.

The new season also introduces a key POI: Utopia City. Set to replace Seaport City, this futuristic biome will be the central hub for heroes, similar to Avengers Tower or The Baxter Building. With its retro-futuristic look, it’s likely to house the Academy HQ — and may be tied into upcoming collabs like Fantastic Four.

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Returning Characters, Villains, and Collabs

Fan-favorite characters are returning in major ways. Midas is back, funding the superhero academy with his infamous gold reserves. Daigo, now fully corrupted and known as Mist Raven, is expected to break free from the Spirit Realm during the live event and take on the role of Season 3’s main villain.

The battle pass is likely to include these characters alongside meme skins like Lazy Liz, a chameleon-inspired hero. And while it’s an original-themed season, Epic isn’t skipping collabs.

Here’s what’s expected:

  • One Punch Man (Saitama): Leaked via Vader’s AI description — bald head, yellow-red suit, black belt.
  • DC’s Robin: Tied to a new baton melee item; may come with a Nightwing variant.
  • Superman: A new skin not locked to Chapter 2’s pass, launching alongside the upcoming Superman movie. Expect a Fortress of Solitude POI and a mythic power to transform into Superman mid-match.
  • Adventure Time & Ninja Batman: Mentioned as part of DC and Cartoon Network crossovers.
  • Poppy Playtime (Huggy Wuggy): Confirmed by Mob Games — likely as a skin or UEFN map.

Mythic Powers, Pets, and Gameplay Overhauls

Season 3 will introduce Storm Claws, a mythic power reminiscent of Black Panther’s claws, but with a twist. Instead of kinetic energy, these will harness storm energy — enabling slashing attacks, dash moves, and zone inversion mechanics.

Epic is also working on Storm Portals, which function like teleportation devices. Players will place two doorways and instantly warp between them, echoing gameplay from Portal, Apex Legends, and Doctor Strange.

Other gameplay changes:

  • Storm Juice: A mysterious consumable, possibly offering storm immunity or movement buffs.
  • Zero Shard Mobility: Dash-granting items tied to the Zero Point storyline.
  • Companions (New Pets): Replacing back bling pets, these animated sidekicks will follow and interact with players. Owners of old pets will receive upgraded versions.
  • Glider Release Mechanic: Drop gliders early to land faster — at a health cost.
  • Red Goo: Unknown gameplay element currently in development.

OG Season 4 Returns, Ranked Changes, and More

Launching alongside Season 3 is OG Season 4, creating a dual-season drop. While it won’t have its own live event, players can already spot the meteor from Chapter 1 returning to the sky. Teasers hint at a remixed storyline or alternate timeline, with Morse code messages saying “It’s happening again.”

With OG’s player base spread across nine Playlists, Epic may be removing Ranked entirely to boost normal queue quality. Leaks also suggest the return of:

  • Guided Missiles
  • Batman’s Grapple Gun and Batarangs
  • X-Men and Rocket League cosmetics
  • Daft Punk concert for Fortnite Festival

Even the Apple skin is getting a comeback, with Pi Patron arriving as a cheeky nod to Epic’s past legal battle with iOS.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Fortnite Season 3 start?
Season 3 begins on June 8, following overnight downtime after the Death Star Sabotage event on June 7.

What’s the theme of Season 3?
It’s superhero-themed, focusing on Epic’s original heroes, their powers, and a new Superhero Academy.

Will we see collabs in the battle pass?
While unconfirmed for the pass, leaks strongly suggest One Punch Man, Robin, and Superman will appear during the season.

What is Utopia City?
A new futuristic POI replacing Seaport City, it will be the central hub for the season and likely home to the superhero HQ.

What are companions in Fortnite?
They’re upgraded pets that follow players and interact with the world. Owners of older pets will get new versions.

Will OG Season 4 be available too?
Yes, it will launch on the same d