Squid Game Arrives in Fortnite: Everything Added

After years of anticipation, the Squid Game x Fortnite crossover is finally here. From a brand new Reload island to creative mini-games, Twitch Drops, and free unlockable rewards, Epic Games has delivered one of the most exciting collabs in recent memory. Here’s everything you need to know about the update.

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Squid Grounds Reload Island

The highlight of the collab is the new Squid Grounds map for Fortnite Reload. Featuring iconic locations such as the colorful stair maze (Square Meals), the red light green light arena (Red Greens), and the glass bridge, this map recreates the atmosphere of the Netflix hit series. Other areas include vault loot rooms, trap dungeons, obstacle courses, and secret references scattered throughout the map.

Mini-Games and Secret Challenges

Each area on the map contains hidden challenges. Some examples include:

  • Red Light Green Light with a vault of loot behind it
  • Laser grid challenges beneath Fish Sticks
  • Floor trap tiles under Taco restaurant
  • Parkour courses beneath Pizza Pit and Butter Barn
  • Cookie game room under Square Meals with Dalona shapes

These mini-games reward Mythic loot or access to golden llamas, which function like the show’s piggy banks.

Unlock the Free Pink Guard Skin

Players can earn the Pink Guard outfit by playing the Slurp Rush Reload map. Place high in the Squid Grounds Cup or score points through matches to unlock the Skin and the Masterful Stare Spray. Pro tip: crouching inside pipes at Slurpy Swamp offers an easy way to survive and earn points.

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New Squid Game Creative Experience

An official Squid Game Creative Island recreates challenges from the show including:

  • Red Light, Green Light
  • Glass Bridge
  • Dalgona Cookie Maze
  • Labyrinth Escape
  • Laser Grids

Completing these not only brings nostalgia but also rewards XP as you survive through stages.

Item Shop Additions

Epic added 14 new skins with multiple customization options. Highlights include:

  • Game Guard (custom mask symbols)
  • Contestants (custom numbers and tags)
  • Daki Defender and Glassbridge Survivor
  • Game Manager (the frontman’s second-in-command)

New Weapon: Redeye SMG

The Redeye SMG, modeled after the Squid Game guards’ firearm, is now officially available in Reload. It’s a hitscan SMG ideal for mid-range firefights and perfect for fast-paced Reload battles.

Bug Fixes and Glitches

While Epic is on summer vacation, players discovered new glitches:

  • Krypto Treat Bug: Lets players glitch below bunkers and under the map.
  • Storm Beast Knock Glitch: Allows you to fight while visually knocked down.
  • Floating Back Bling Bug: Knockout back bling detaches and can’t be recovered.

14 Days of Summer Event

Epic kicked off the summer event with daily unvaulted weapons and cosmetic rewards. Players can unlock:

  • Surf Up Peely Shark Spray
  • Choco Cherry Wink Emoticon
  • Cactus Club Pickaxe

Mythic weapons like the Grapple Glove, Shockwave Hammer, Zeus’s Thunderbolt, and more are back for a limited time each day.

Twitch Drops

Watch relevant Fortnite streams to earn free items like:

  • Red Light Green Light Spray
  • Guard Spray
  • Daxi Flip Emoticon
  • Exclusive Banner

Blitz Mode Extended

Due to popularity, Blitz Royale has been extended until August 12. Expect additional themed weeks featuring mythics and cosmetics from collaborations such as Avatar, TMNT, JJK, and Dragon Ball.

Secret Surf Cube Mythic

A new Surf Cube mythic has been spotted around the map. This item lets players surf mid-air and is found in hero caches or epic rarity loot pools. A more powerful mythic version is rumored to exist with more charges and faster recovery.

Chapter 7 Teasers and Updates

Epic has begun teasing Chapter 7 with leaked survey skins. Season 1 is rumored to feature a Gala Theme, while Season 2 will explore Norse mythology. Skins from the survey support both themes.

Fortnite OG & Season 4 Date Change

OG mode received backlash for having more llamas than real players. Epic reduced their count from 30 to 10. Meanwhile, Season 4 is now dropping one day early on Thursday, August 7th, also affecting Fortnite OG’s timeline.

FAQs

How do I unlock the free Squid Game skin?

Play the Slurp Rush Reload map and earn points in the Squid Grounds Cup. Completing matches or placing high grants access to the Pink Guard skin and spray.

What are the new mythics in this event?

Grapple Glove, Shockwave Hammer, Chains of Hades, Zeus’s Thunderbolt, and the Surf Cube are some of the mythics featured in the summer and Squid Game event.

Where do I play the Squid Game Creative island?

Use the official creative code or find the Squid Game island in the Discovery tab. The map includes Red Light Green Light, Glass Bridge, and other iconic games from the series.