Fortnite Festival has become one of the most exciting features of the game, blending music and gameplay with unique collaborations. Season 10 of the Festival marks a big milestone, and Epic Games is celebrating it with a headliner that fans have wanted for years: the virtual band Gorillaz.
This collab brings new skins, instruments, and tracks inspired by the band, along with a timed Festival Pass for players to grind and unlock. Here’s everything you need to know, including the release date, global start times, skins, instruments, and prices.
Fortnite Gorillaz Collab Release Date & Time
The Gorillaz will headline Fortnite Festival Season 10, which officially kicks off on August 26, 2025, and will run until October 14, 2025.
Here are the start times by region for the collab launch:
| Location | Start Time (Aug 26) | End Time (Oct 14) |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles (PDT) | 01:00 | 01:00 |
| New York (EDT) | 04:00 | 04:00 |
| London (BST) | 09:00 | 09:00 |
| Berlin (CEST) | 10:00 | 10:00 |
| Cairo (EEST) | 11:00 | 11:00 |
| Tokyo (JST) | 17:00 | 17:00 |
| Sydney (AEST) | 18:00 | 18:00 |
| Auckland (NZST) | 20:00 | 20:00 |
| India (IST) | 13:30 | 13:30 |
Some leaks also mention a possible 3:00 AM PT / 6:00 AM ET update time, but if the schedule differs, the in-game Festival timer will be the final confirmation.
Skins Coming with the Gorillaz Collab
The collaboration features all four animated band members as Fortnite skins, though the distribution has sparked debate among players:
- Murdoc Niccals – Music Pass (1,400 V-Bucks, leaked)
- Russel Hobbs – Music Pass (1,400 V-Bucks, leaked)
- 2-D – Item Shop (1,500 V-Bucks, leaked)
- Noodle – Item Shop (1,500 V-Bucks, leaked)
Unlike the Metallica collab, where all members were included in the Music Pass, only Murdoc and Russel are unlockable this season. 2-D and Noodle must be purchased separately in the Item Shop. Based on current leaks, collecting all four skins could cost around 4,400 V-Bucks unless Epic introduces a discounted bundle.
Instruments and Tracks
To capture the Gorillaz’s unique style, Season 10 introduces two themed instruments—Murdoc Bass and Russel Drums—as part of the Music Pass rewards.
On the music side, “Feel Good Inc.” is already part of the Jam Track lineup. Players also expect tracks like “19-2000” and “On Melancholy Hill” to join the rotation, though these have not been officially confirmed.
How to Unlock Gorillaz Rewards
Players can earn Gorillaz-themed cosmetics by progressing through the Festival Music Pass. Progression isn’t limited to Festival mode—XP earned across all Fortnite modes contributes to unlocking rewards. This makes it easier to advance through the pass while enjoying your preferred game modes.
Season 10 will remain active until October 14, 2025, giving players several weeks to grind the pass and purchase the Item Shop skins before they rotate out.
What Makes the Gorillaz Collab Special
The Gorillaz collaboration adds another cultural milestone to Fortnite’s history of music partnerships, joining past Festival headliners like Billie Eilish, The Weeknd, Lady Gaga, Metallica, and Snoop Dogg.
For long-time Gorillaz fans, this is the first time the band’s iconic animated characters—Murdoc, Russel, 2-D, and Noodle—are fully playable in Fortnite. The collab blends music identity with interactive gameplay progression, making Season 10 a standout for both music and gaming communities.
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The Fortnite x Gorillaz collab launches globally on August 26, 2025, with synchronized start times across all regions. In India, the event begins at 1:30 PM IST. Expect four unique skins, themed instruments, and classic tracks that will shape Season 10 of Fortnite Festival until October 14.
Based on leaks, completing the full set of Gorillaz cosmetics could cost around 4,400 V-Bucks, though Epic may offer bundle options. Regardless, this collaboration promises to be one of the most memorable Festival seasons yet.
