How to Unlock the Champion PJ Skin for Free in Fortnite

Fortnite's competitive scene has evolved dramatically over the past few years, offering players the chance to test their skills in daily tournaments. Through the Compete tab in the game's lobby, fans can participate in events that award real-money prizes, exclusive cosmetics, and early access to content. One such opportunity is the Champion PJ FNCS Cup, where players can earn the Champion PJ skin and other FNCS-themed cosmetics — completely free and before they hit the Item Shop.

What Is the Champion PJ FNCS Cup?

The Champion PJ FNCS Cup is a solo Build Battle Royale tournament hosted by Epic Games. As part of Fortnite’s ongoing support for its competitive community, this cup gives players the chance to win FNCS Chapter 6 Season 2 cosmetics by simply performing well in the tournament.

How to Participate

The tournament will take place on Saturday, April 12, and each region has its own start time (visible via the in-game Compete tab). Participants will have three hours to play up to 10 matches and earn as many points as possible.

⚠️ Eligibility: Players must have an account level of 50 or higher and Cabined Accounts are not allowed to participate.

Free Rewards and How to Unlock Them

Players can earn various cosmetic items by scoring points based on their performance — through eliminations and match placements. Here's a breakdown of the available rewards:

Guaranteed Rewards (No Regional Ranking Needed):

• PJ’s Dream Spray – Score 8 points.
• FNCS Hardshell Back Bling – Score 40 points.
• 📅 Also available as a Twitch Drop on April 27, if not unlocked in the cup.

Top-Performers Rewards (Regional Rankings Required):

Only players who rank among the top in their respective regions will receive these exclusive items early:

• Champion PJ Skin
• FNCS Tape Decker Pickaxe
• FNCS Raider Back Bling
• "Show Them (What We Can Do)" Jam Track
• Champion’s Hexglow Wrap

Regional Qualification Thresholds:

• Europe (EU): Top 2,000 players
• North America - Central (NAC): Top 1,800 players
• Oceania (OCE): Top 200 players
• Asia: Top 200 players
• Middle East (ME): Top 200 players
• Brazil (BR): Top 200 players
• North America - West (NAW): Top 200 players

💡 Note: While these cosmetics will be available in the Item Shop at a later date, this cup offers early access at no cost.

Final Thoughts

The Champion PJ FNCS Cup is a great opportunity for competitive Fortnite players to earn unique cosmetics early — and for free — simply by performing well in matches. Whether you're aiming for the top rewards or just want to grab the spray and back bling, participating in the event is worthwhile for fans of the game and collectors of rare in-game items.

So gear up, hit the Compete tab, and show what you're made of on April 12!