Prior to the official announcement of the Halloween lineup for Fortnitemares by Epic Games, the community had already been informed through leaks about the arrival of cosmetics inspired by The Nightmare Before Christmas.
However, what surprised fans was the unexpected collaboration featuring the beloved character Edward Scissorhands, a creation of Tim Burton.
Although this skin is not yet available, we have gathered all the details you need to know, including information on its anticipated release date, pricing, and the accompanying items.
What is the release date for the Edward Scissorhands skin in Fortnite?
The Edward Scissorhands skin is expected to launch in Fortnite on October 16, 2024. This information is based on leaks, so it’s wise to keep in mind that it hasn’t been officially confirmed by Epic Games.
EDWARD SCISSORHANDS BUNDLE pic.twitter.com/rY6yz9Iegl
— China (@ChinaBR) October 12, 2024
Bear in mind that this date is subject to change. We’ll make sure to keep you posted on any updates, so be sure to check back regularly.
How can you obtain the Edward Scissorhands skin?
This skin comes packed with additional cosmetics that pay homage to the film’s key moments and items.
In terms of pricing, we estimate that the whole Edward Scissorhands bundle will retail for about 2,400 V-Bucks, while the standalone skin is predicted to be around 1,500 V-Bucks.
Although the complete bundle is on the pricier side, it includes the following items as per leaked visuals:
- Edward Scissorhands Outfit
- Rex Topiary Back Bling (included with the Outfit)
- Ice Sculptor Emote
- Edward Axe-Hands Guitar
Renowned leaker iFireMonkey mentioned that this skin will not feature a LEGO style. What this means is that if you enter the LEGO game mode, the skin will automatically convert to a basic random LEGO variant.
Where can you find Edward Scissorhands in Fortnite?
Here’s the exact location of Edward Scissorhands on the Fortnite map, specifically at Grand Glacier.
Players can find Edward Scissorhands roaming as an NPC near the Grand Glacier POI on the current season’s map. He can usually be seen on the western part of the hotel, exploring the garden area.
Here is what services Edward Scissorhands provides in the game:
- Patch Up (restores HP) – 100 Gold Bars
- Witch Broom – 200 Gold Bars
Scissorhands was introduced on the Battle Royale island as part of the Fortnitemares 31.40 update, alongside characters like Mephisto, Pumpkin King, Andy Fangerson, and others.
This wraps up everything we know about acquiring the Edward Scissorhands skin. While you’re here, don’t forget to check out how to obtain the Billy skin from Saw, in addition to Marvel’s She-Venom, Agony, and Mephisto skins in Chapter 5, Season 4.
Leave a Reply