Godzilla Joins Fortnite This Week

Fortnite enthusiasts are in for a colossal treat with the upcoming Version 33.20 update, set to launch on January 14, 2024. This update will introduce the legendary Godzilla to the game's ever-expanding roster of guest characters. As part of Chapter 6 Season 1, players will encounter Godzilla, not just as a formidable NPC boss but also as a playable skin inspired by his supercharged Evolved appearance from the 2023 film "Godzilla X Kong: The New Empire." Battle Pass owners will have the exciting opportunity to unlock two Godzilla skins starting January 17.

Epic Games, the mastermind behind Fortnite, has a history of integrating epic crossovers, from the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles to Wonder Woman and even the popular Vocaloid Hatsune Miku. The addition of Godzilla has ignited conversations among fans about potential future skins featuring different iconic Godzilla designs, as well as humorous remarks about Fortnite turning into the video game equivalent of the "Ultimate Showdown of Ultimate Destiny."

As any Godzilla aficionado knows, the King of the Monsters is known for his destructive rampages. Fortnite players will soon experience this firsthand as Godzilla makes his grand entrance. According to Dexerto, the server downtime for this update is expected to commence at 4 AM PT, 7 AM ET, and 12 PM GMT on January 14, in preparation for the new content.

Fortnite Version 33.20 Launch Date

The focus of this update will heavily lean on the Monsterverse, with teasers showcasing Godzilla's massive presence in the Fortnite world. A fleeting glimpse of a King Kong decal on a car has fueled speculation that the giant ape might also join the fray as a boss character in Chapter 6 Season 1, intensifying the Monsterverse theme.

Fortnite has previously weathered onslaughts from the likes of Galactus, Doctor Doom, and The Nothing, but Godzilla's arrival promises another level of chaos and excitement. Once the dust settles, fans can look forward to more thrilling additions, including potential crossovers with more TMNT characters and the much-anticipated integration with the Devil May Cry series in the coming year.