Solo Leveling Fortnite Skins: Release Date, Characters, and How to Get Them Early

Fortnite's next major anime crossover is locked in. The Solo Leveling collaboration, bringing Sung Jin-woo and his allies to the island, has an official release date of February 20, 2026—and competitive players can earn the main skin for free a day early. After months of speculation, Epic Games has confirmed the partnership, which uniquely ties into the Solo Leveling: ARISE game. This crossover marks a significant event, offering a direct path for dedicated hunters to secure a coveted cosmetic before it arrives in the shop. The gates to the double dungeon are opening.

The Official Release Date and Time

Mark your calendars. The Solo Leveling collaboration officially launches in Fortnite on February 20, 2026.

The full suite of cosmetics is expected to appear in the Fortnite Item Shop at the daily reset time of 7:00 PM ET on that date. A crucial detail for fans is that this collaboration is specifically with the "Solo Leveling: ARISE" mobile and PC game. This distinction is important, as the character designs and cosmetic theming are drawn directly from the game's aesthetic, following Fortnite’s pattern of partnering with gaming franchises within larger media properties to ensure authenticity.

Meet the Characters: Confirmed Skins, Bundle, and Pricing

The collaboration will introduce three iconic characters from the Solo Leveling universe as fully realized Outfits. According to official announcements, players can expect:

• Sung Jin-woo: The protagonist who rises from the world's weakest E-Rank hunter to become the Monarch of Shadows. Based on promotional material, his skin is expected to feature his iconic look from the series.
• Cha Hae-in: The formidable S-Rank hunter known for her incredible strength and stoic demeanor. Her inclusion adds a powerful and popular female character to the roster.
• Igris the Bloodred: In a notable move, the loyal Knight-grade shadow soldier, Igris, is confirmed as a full character skin, not just a Back Bling. This sets a precedent for bringing key non-human allies into the fray as playable characters.

These skins will be part of the "Solo Leveling Arise Bundle." While the final contents will be confirmed at launch, the bundle is reported to include the associated Back Blings, Pickaxes, Emotes, a thematic Weapon Wrap, and a Glider. The inclusion of Igris as a full skin underscores the character's importance in the lore and represents a significant detail for the cosmetic set.

Based on standard Fortnite pricing for similar collaboration bundles, individual skins are estimated to cost around 1,500 V-Bucks each, with the complete bundle offering a discount at approximately 4,000 V-Bucks.

How to Unlock Sung Jin-woo for Free (Early Access)

For competitive players, there is a confirmed path to secure the flagship cosmetic without spending V-Bucks—and to obtain it before the shop release. Epic Games has announced the "Solo Leveling: ARISE Cup" tournament, scheduled for February 19, 2026, the day before the official launch.

This in-game competitive event offers top-performing teams the chance to earn the Sung Jin-woo skin and the "Statue of God" Back Bling for free. This is a classic Fortnite strategy to build hype and reward its most skilled community members with early access. Players interested in this path should prepare their squads and watch for official rules and sign-up details from Epic Games.

Conclusion and Final Expectations

The arrival of Sung Jin-woo, Cha Hae-in, and Igris is more than just another cosmetic drop; it's a major cultural crossover event. With the early-access tournament on February 19th offering a free path to the Monarch of Shadows himself, the coming days will see the Fortnite community transform into a guild of hunters. Players should prepare their strategies, ensure they have sufficient V-Bucks if planning a purchase, and get ready to answer the call when the System announces that the gates to this collaboration are officially open on February 20, 2026.