Step Up Your Game: Fortnite's New 'Kicks' Shoe Cosmetics Arrive This Season!

Fortnite has officially announced its long-rumored shoe cosmetics. While players have always enjoyed customizing their characters with skins, Fortnite is now pushing deeper into customization options, drawing inspiration from other experience-based games like Roblox and Minecraft. Though some question the necessity of shoe cosmetics, many players are excited about the opportunity to further personalize their in-game characters.

A new trailer has been released, offering a glimpse of the much-anticipated Fortnite Remix season. The video spotlights collaborations with celebrities such as Ice Spice, Snoop Dogg, and Eminem. Notably, several segments of the trailer focus on players’ shoes, hinting at the upcoming introduction of the new feature.

The Fortnite team has officially introduced “Kicks,” outlining what these shoe cosmetics will bring to players in a recent blog post. The new feature will be part of the Remix Pass for the upcoming season and will be available in the shop starting November 12. Players can look forward to original shoe designs created by the Fortnite team, as well as collaborations with popular brands like Nike and Jordans.

Fortnite Officially Announces Kicks

The new Fortnite Kicks skins are planned to be compatible with over 500 existing skins, with the goal of achieving 95% compatibility by spring 2025. This demonstrates Fortnite’s continued dedication to expanding player customization options. By introducing more detailed customization features, the developers aim to maintain and enhance player engagement. Although the initial collection will center on Nike and Jordans, the team has teased that additional brands will be added in the future.

While significant effort is being put into the cosmetic side of Fortnite, this may not be the only exciting development for fans. Leaks suggest that a new game mode might also be on the horizon. If these rumors prove true, Chapter 6 could feature a 10-player, 5v5 game mode. As Fortnite continues to evolve, so do its options for players, both in terms of appearance and gameplay. The introduction of shoe cosmetics could open the door to even more customizable elements, such as tops, bottoms, and hats. Although branded sneakers will likely draw significant interest, the potential for exclusive in-game shoe lines tied to specific character releases could also generate fresh excitement.