Fortnite x Gorillaz: Noodle, 2D Bundle & DARE Emote

Fortnite’s latest Item Shop update has introduced a collaboration that few players saw coming. Who has stepped into the battle royale this time? What can players unlock, and how long will these items remain available? The answers point to a crossover that mixes music, style, and nostalgia, but the full impact of this drop may only become clear once players see what else Epic Games has lined up.

Fortnite x Gorillaz: Noodle, 2D Bundle & DARE Emote

The centerpiece of the update of Fortnite is the arrival of Noodle and 2D, two members of the virtual band Gorillaz. Both are now available as individual skins in the Item Shop for 1,500 V-Bucks each. Each outfit includes selectable styles, giving players some room for customization while staying true to the band’s iconic animated design.

• 2D: The Gorillaz frontman enters Fortnite with a calm, quirky personality reflected in his in-game description, which mentions his dislike of conflict and preference for satsumas.
• Noodle: The band’s guitarist appears with a darker backstory, described as a trained assassin with hints of cybernetic modifications. Her skin, like 2D’s, includes selectable styles.

For players seeking value, Epic Games has launched the Noodle and 2D Bundle. Originally priced at 7,300 V-Bucks, the full set has been discounted to 2,600 V-Bucks, saving buyers 4,700 V-Bucks. The bundle includes both outfits and additional themed items, making it the most efficient way to secure everything in one purchase.

The bundle will remain available until September 17, 2025, at 5:30 AM local time, after which it will rotate out of the shop. With a discount this steep, the limited-time nature of the offer is already generating attention among collectors.

Fortnite DARE Emote and Other Collaborations

The Gorillaz crossover also introduces the DARE Emote, based on one of the band’s most popular tracks. The emote lets players reference the group’s music during matches, adding a creative touch to the collaboration. It reflects Fortnite’s ongoing strategy of tying its cosmetics to real-world cultural moments.

Meanwhile, leaks have pointed to another unexpected crossover on the horizon. Beavis and Butt-Head, the animated comedy duo, are rumored to be set to arrive in Fortnite with complete cosmetic sets. Each will feature a skin, pickaxe, backbling, wrap, and emotes. One emote in particular includes a TV screen that plays footage from a Metallica concert, creating a mix of animated humor and heavy metal nostalgia.

Epic Games has a clear track record of bringing diverse cultural icons into Fortnite’s Item Shop. From superheroes to musicians and now animated characters, these additions help maintain player interest while appealing to broader audiences. The Gorillaz drop fits seamlessly into this pattern, appealing to long-time fans of the band while adding variety to the game’s cosmetic lineup.

The heavily discounted bundle offers exceptional value compared to standard pricing. The addition of the DARE emote ensures that the crossover is not just visual but also tied to the band’s musical identity.

Music-themed collaborations are not new to Fortnite. Past events have included Marshmello’s in-game concert, Travis Scott’s Astronomical event, and Ariana Grande’s Rift Tour, each drawing millions of viewers and cementing Fortnite as more than just a battle royale. The Gorillaz set joins this history, reinforcing Epic’s strategy of expanding the game into a cultural platform.

With Beavis and Butt-Head cosmetics also rumored to be on the way, Epic appears committed to mixing nostalgia with music and television. For players, this means more opportunities to collect exclusive sets that go beyond traditional gaming crossovers. The Gorillaz bundle is available now, but with the clock running down toward mid-September, one question lingers: which icons will Fortnite bring in next, and how they will change the Item Shop’s lineup?