Fortnite players are getting an early look at this year’s Halloween event. And it looks delightfully wicked. While Epic Games usually keeps its seasonal plans under wraps until the last minute, a massive wave of fresh data-mining leaks has spoiled the surprise for Fortnitemares 2026. It looks like Disney is finally bringing its most iconic animated antagonists to the battle royale island.
According to several prominent community leakers, including ShiinaBR and HYPEX, the upcoming update will feature a highly anticipated collaboration with Disney Villains. The files point directly to two legendary figures: Maleficent, the Mistress of All Evil from Sleeping Beauty, and Hades, the fast-talking ruler of the Underworld from the 1997 animated classic Hercules.
A Wickedly Good Halloween Lineup
The crossover is set to headline the annual Fortnitemares event this October. While players are used to seeing classic horror icons like Michael Myers or Jack Skellington jump off the battle bus, this marks a significant shift toward Disney’s deep vault of animated baddies. For years, fans have begged for these characters. Now, those wishes are turning into virtual reality.
Insiders suggest that both skins will come with a variety of customizable styles. Maleficent is rumored to feature her classic green-skinned fairy look, alongside an optional style inspired by her iconic dragon form. Her pickaxe is expected to be her signature gold staff, possibly featuring her loyal raven, Diablo, as a reactive back bling that flutters its wings whenever you get an elimination.
Hades, on the other hand, brings a different kind of fire. Leaks indicate his skin will feature his signature blue flames, which might flare up or turn red when players get on a hot streak. His set reportedly includes a pickaxe styled after his Underworld pitchfork and a glider shaped like his chariot of the dead. These details have already sent social media into a frenzy, with fans praising the design team for staying true to the original animated films.
The Growing Disney and Epic Partnership
This collaboration does not come out of the blue. Early in 2024, Disney announced a massive 1.5 billion dollar investment in Epic Games. The goal was to build an entirely new, persistent universe within Fortnite. Since then, we have seen various Star Wars, Marvel, and Pixar characters filter into the game. Bringing the villains to Fortnitemares is the next logical step in this multi-year roadmap. It shows that the partnership is moving beyond heroes to embrace the darker side of Disney’s roster.
But the leaks do not stop with Maleficent and Hades. Some data miners hint that a third villain might join the roster. While not confirmed, names like Captain Hook from Peter Pan and Cruella de Vil have been thrown around in community forums. Even if it is just the core duo, this crossover represents one of the most high-profile Fortnitemares updates in years. Some fans are even hoping these characters will appear as hostile NPCs on the map, complete with their own unique mythical weapons that players can loot after a tough boss fight.
When Can Players Buy the Skins?
Epic Games has not officially announced the release dates yet. However, historically, Fortnitemares kicks off in mid-October and runs through early November. The Disney Villains bundle will likely hit the Item Shop during the first week of the event. Players can expect individual skins to cost around 1,500 to 2,000 V-Bucks, with full bundles priced between 2,500 and 3,500 V-Bucks. If you want to grab all the matching cosmetics, starting to save your V-Bucks now is probably a smart move.
For now, fans will have to wait for an official teaser from Epic. But with the files already circulating online, it is only a matter of time before these villains make their grand entrance on the island. Get your V-Bucks ready; this Halloween is going to be beautifully brutal.
