Fortnite has no shortage of cosmetic options, but many of them come at a steep V-Bucks cost. Fortunately, every season brings a handful of free Fortnite skins—and July 2025 is no exception. Whether through event quests, platform promotions, or account linking, there are several ways to claim skins this month without spending a dime.
All Free Fortnite Skins in July 2025
| Skin | How to Get It | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| Blitz Knight | Place top 10 in 20 Blitz Royale matches or gain 10 Fortnite account levels | July 15, 2025 |
| Vivica Saint | Complete the Saint Academy Quest Pack | July 17, 2025 |
| Hairpin | Earn 15 (Epic) Saves in Rocket League’s Summer Road Trip event | August 4, 2025 |
| First Order Stormtrooper | Link your Epic and MyDisney accounts | August 31, 2025 |
| Sage | Claim the Emerald Gamer Pack via PlayStation Plus | September 24, 2025 |
| GHOST Monks | Redeem a Fortnite Gift Card (not V-Bucks card) | December 31, 2026 |
| Explorer Emilie | Link your Epic and LEGO accounts | No expiry |
| Mr. Dappermint | Link your Epic and LEGO accounts | No expiry |
| Trailblazer Tai | Complete 4 quests in LEGO Fortnite via the True Explorers Quest Pack | No expiry |
| Shinji | Download from PlayStation Store with PS Plus | No expiry |
| Felina | Reach 50 Fortnite account levels | No expiry |
| Burnoff | Log into Fortnite on a mobile device (Android/iOS) | No expiry |
| Iridia Vayne | Complete in-game quests | While active |
How to Unlock Each Free Skin (Step-by-Step)
Blitz Knight
Play Blitz Royale (a mobile-friendly, 32-player mode with Medallion loadouts) and either:
- Place in the top 10 of 20 matches
- Or gain 10 Fortnite account levels across any game mode
Deadline: July 15, 2025
Vivica Saint
Claim the free “Saint Academy Quest Pack” from the Item Shop and complete the assigned quests.
- Includes themed cosmetics like a Back Bling and an Emote
- Quests are simple progression-based challenges
Deadline: July 17, 2025
Hairpin
Earn 15 total saves or epic saves in Rocket League during the Summer Road Trip event.
- You must play online matches with custom mutators enabled
- Reward is granted automatically to your linked Fortnite account
Deadline: August 4, 2025
First Order Stormtrooper
Link your Epic Games account to a MyDisney account (no paid subscription needed):
- Visit Epic Games Account Settings
- Navigate to “Apps and Accounts”
- Select Connect under MyDisney
- Follow prompts and log in
Unlocks instantly. Available until August 31, 2025
GHOST Monks
Redeem a Fortnite Gift Card (not a regular V-Bucks card) on your Epic account.
- Cards can be purchased at select retailers and include special bundle codes
- Epic hinted that this skin may return to the Item Shop in the future
Deadline: December 31, 2026
Sage
Exclusive to PS Plus subscribers.
Download the Emerald Gamer Pack from the PlayStation Store to unlock:
- Sage skin
- Bonus items like Back Bling or Pickaxe (varies per pack)
Deadline: September 24, 2025
Explorer Emilie
Link your Epic Games account to a LEGO Insiders account:
- Go to Epic Account Settings
- Choose “Apps and Accounts” > Connect LEGO
- Log in and confirm
Emilie will be unlocked instantly, including a LEGO-style version
Deadline: No expiry
Mr. Dappermint
Unlocked the same way as Explorer Emilie:
- Link your LEGO and Epic Games accounts
- Log in to Fortnite
This skin also includes a candy cane-themed LEGO variant
Deadline: No expiry
Trailblazer Tai
Claim the True Explorers Quest Pack from the Item Shop. Then complete these 4 LEGO Fortnite quests in Survival mode:
- Invite an NPC to live in a village
- Craft a Shortsword
- Build a Spinning Wheel
- Deal damage using a Recurve Crossbow
Completing all four will unlock both the regular and LEGO version of Trailblazer Tai
Deadline: No expiry
Shinji
Available to PlayStation Plus subscribers only.
To unlock:
- Subscribe to PS Plus
- Download the free Shinji Pack from the PlayStation Store
Includes:
- Shinji skin
- Virtual Servpack Back Bling
- Crimson Codeblade Pickaxe
Deadline: No expiry
Felina
Reach 50 total Fortnite account levels (across any mode)
- No deadline currently exists
- This reward is automatically applied once the milestone is reached
Deadline: No expiry
Burnoff
Log into Fortnite using any Android or iOS mobile device
- The skin will be granted immediately upon login
- Does not require any purchases or gameplay
Deadline: No expiry
Iridia Vayne
Complete limited-time event quests when available in the Quests tab
- Requirements vary by season, usually involving PvE or PvP challenges
- Only claimable while the specific questline is active
Available only while quests are live
Bonus Free Cosmetics (July 2025)
| Cosmetic | Unlock Method | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| Blitz Brella | Win 3 Blitz Royale matches | July 15, 2025 |
| Supernova Street Light | Watch Fortnite Twitch stream (Twitch Drops) | June 24, 2025 (expired) |
Recently Expired Free Skins
| Skin | How It Was Unlocked | Expired On |
|---|---|---|
| Games Guard | High placement in the Squid Grounds Cup | June 25, 2025 |
| Vanguard Zadie | Reach 50 Fortnite account levels | June 7, 2025 |
Tips to Unlock More Free Skins in Fortnite
- Check Events Regularly: Winterfest, Summer Splash, and similar seasonal events often come with free skins and cosmetic bundles.
- Link Your Accounts: Epic frequently partners with platforms like Disney, LEGO, and PlayStation to offer easy skin unlocks for linked accounts.
- Join Tournaments: Competitive players can earn exclusive skins by placing in community or official Fortnite Cups.
- Stay Subscribed: While not entirely free, PlayStation Plus and Xbox Game Pass sometimes offer exclusive cosmetic bundles worth claiming.
- Watch for Refer-a-Friend: When active, this program offers exclusive cosmetics when you and a friend complete certain in-game milestones together.
How to Safely Claim Free Fortnite Skins
- Avoid Scams: Only claim free skins via Epic Games or official brand promotions. Never trust third-party websites offering “free skin generators.”
- Check the News Tab: The in-game news tab or Fortnite’s X (Twitter) page regularly highlights new free offers.
Tip: You can also bookmark our own Fdaytalk Gaming page, where we regularly share all working codes and guides for Fortnite, and many other games. It’s an easy way to stay updated without missing new drops.
Unlock These Free Fortnite Skins Before They’re Gone
July 2025 is packed with free Fortnite skins that cover a wide range of playstyles—from LEGO crossovers to platform-exclusive bundles and competitive rewards. Whether you’re a mobile player, PlayStation user, or a creative builder in LEGO Fortnite, there’s something available for everyone this month—without spending a single V-Buck.
Check back next month for a fresh roundup of free skins, and don’t forget to complete limited-time quests before they expire!
