Epic Games is once again giving Fortnite players a shot at unlocking exclusive cosmetics without spending any V-Bucks. As part of the Champions Road event, the Champion PJ FNCS Cup offers the opportunity to earn the Champion PJ skin and matching accessories for free—provided you can meet the entry requirements and score high enough.
Entry Requirements for the Champion PJ FNCS Cup
Before jumping in, make sure your Fortnite account meets all eligibility criteria:
- Account Level: Must be at least Level 50.
- Age Requirement: You must be 13 years or older.
- Security: Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) must be enabled.
- Account Status: Cabined Accounts are not eligible.
Open the Compete tab in the lobby and select Champion PJ FNCS Cup to view your region’s time slot and scoring breakdown.
Tournament Format and Schedule
The Champion PJ FNCS Cup is a Build Battle Royale Solo event, taking place on August 16 and 17 (depending on your region). Each region’s session starts at a different time:
| Region | Date & Time (Local) |
|---|---|
| OCE | Aug 16 – 9 AM |
| ASIA | Aug 16 – 10 AM |
| ME | Aug 16 – 4 PM |
| EU | Aug 16 – 6 PM |
| BR | Aug 16 – 10 PM |
| NAC | Aug 17 – 12 AM |
| NAW | Aug 17 – 2 AM |
Once the session begins, you’ll have three hours to play a maximum of 10 matches and rack up as many points as possible through eliminations and high placements. Points are awarded for both eliminations and match placement, so consistent performance can help you reach the thresholds even without winning every game.
Rewards and Points Needed
The tournament features multiple reward tiers:
- 8 Points – PJ’s Dream spray
- 40 Points – FNCS Hardshell back bling
- Top 1,800 players – Champion PJ skin (includes Lego style, pickaxe, spray, music track, and an additional back bling)
Scoring at least 8 points also advances you to Round 2 on the same day, giving you a second shot at higher rewards. Based on previous results, roughly 300–470 points has been enough for top placements, though the exact cut-off varies by region.
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These cosmetics aren’t exclusive to the tournament — they’ll also be available in the Item Shop on August 21 at 8 PM ET, so missing the event doesn’t mean missing out entirely.
How to Claim Your Rewards
If you meet the requirements but don’t see your earned rewards, you can manually report it in-game:
- Hover over the Champion PJ FNCS Cup in the game menu.
- Open the Pause Menu.
- Select Report → Report a Bug.
- Choose Shop Locker Lobby → Reward Earned Appearing.
- Click Continue and Accept.
Missed the First Round?
If you miss the first round (for example, a 7:00 slot in your region), you may still have another session later in the day, depending on your region’s schedule.
Even if you don’t reach the top 1,800 for the skin, participating can still net you free cosmetics like sprays and back bling, and the competition is an excellent way to sharpen your skills ahead of future FNCS events. Play Now!
