Epic has unveiled that Freddy Fazbear’s Pizzeria, known from the Five Nights at Freddy’s series, will become a playable location in Fortnite this October, forming a major highlight of the highly anticipated Fortnitemares 2026 event. The announcement, delivered in a brand new trailer, confirms previous rumors by showing several famed animatronic characters joining the game as bosses that players must defeat during the annual Halloween event.
Freddy Fazbear and Animatronics Arrive in Battle Royale
The news finally brings an end to community debates, confirming that Freddy, Bonnie, Chica, and Foxy—longtime favorites from the horror franchise—will appear as challenging bosses within the newly added Freddy Fazbear’s Pizzeria on the Fortnite Battle Royale island. Players jumping into matches during the event can anticipate tense battles as they endure attacks from the animatronics, all set within the pizzeria’s menacing corridors.
Epic’s statement, “It’s almost showtime!”, welcomes the Fazbear Band’s takeover of Battle Royale. The developers encourage players: “The Fazbear Band has taken over Battle Royale. Face the animatronic animal bosses and survive the night… if you can. Fortnitemares begins 1st October!” For a closer look at these Halloween surprises, check out a new trailer featuring the event’s eerie additions.
Hints and Teases Become Official
Community theories had been swirling for weeks as subtle references to Five Nights at Freddy’s were spotted. During the Override season in Fortnite, players uncovered a building resembling a pizzeria on the game’s island, fuelling widespread speculation. Earlier Fortnitemares updates had included FNAF-inspired details, such as security cameras and lore-based dialogue, leaving fans convinced a major collaboration was about to happen. Epic’s recent confirmation turns these hints and suspicions into official news at last.
The Fortnitemares 2026 event officially launches on 1st October, kicking off a month of Halloween celebrations in Fortnite. Throughout the event, Freddy Fazbear’s Pizzeria stands as a central attraction among a host of spooky, limited-time offerings for players to experience.
Epic Games Clears Legal Hurdle
Separately, Epic Games has put an end to a legal battle regarding leaks of sensitive information about Fortnite. A settlement was recently reached with former contractor Hayden Cohen, who had been accused of revealing confidential game details. The settlement stipulates that Cohen is now permanently banned from possessing, accessing, using, or disclosing any of Epic’s confidential or trade secret information, and is also prevented from sharing such knowledge with external parties. For further insight into the agreement, see the full settlement announcement here: Epic Games settles leaker contractor lawsuit.
With the much-awaited Five Nights at Freddy’s crossover now confirmed and the resolution of its recent legal concerns, Epic is preparing to roll out what promises to be one of the most exciting Fortnitemares events yet, commencing this October.