Fortnite and Metallica Collaboration: Is it real or a rumor? Here’s all you may want to know

Fortnite is set to feature a Metallica live event concert and collaboration in June as part of Chapter 5, Season 3, as per a Dexerto report. Here are the details.


Leak Reveals Collaboration
The Fortnite Metallica collaboration became known when the 2024 Fortnite Roadmap was leaked. The roadmap indicated that the band would join in June. Epic has since teased this collaboration on various social media accounts. Trusted leakers have also shared more information about the event.


Metallica Live Event in Fortnite
Leaker ShiinaBR disclosed that the collaboration would start with a Metallica concert in the Battle Royale mode. A text file titled "Used in CH5S3 Metallica Concert" was found in the game files. The band will perform on June 13, marking the launch of Fortnite Festival Season 4. The event, named "Fuel, Fire, Fury," will feature six popular Metallica songs.

Fortnite Festival Season 4
Fortnite Festival Season 3 ends on June 13, with Metallica headlining Season 4. According to the Roadmap, this season will last two months. An email from Epic detailed the collaboration and the band's involvement in the festival. Players can complete Free and Premium Reward Tracks, with the Premium option offering Metallica-themed rewards and a special skin.

Metallica Band Member Skins
Each Metallica band member will have their own skins and cosmetics in Chapter 5, Season 3. These items will be available in the Item Shop. The leaked email mentioned instruments, Metallica Jam Tracks, and more as part of the cosmetics.

Metallica Mythic Item
Dataminers discovered a new Mythic item for Metallica, the "Metal Lightning Guitar." Only the name has been found in the game files, with no further details available.

FAQs:

When will the Metallica live event take place in Fortnite?
The Metallica live event will take place on June 13, marking the launch of Fortnite Festival Season 4.

What new content will be available with the Metallica collaboration?
New content includes Metallica band member skins, a Mythic item, a themed location, and Rocket Racing track.