Since its launch in 2017, Fortnite has cemented its place in the heart of battle royale fans. Owing to its unique take on the genre, the Epic Games title has become a fan favorite in the third-person shooter genre. It lets players create tall structures out of the collected resources while dressing up in offbeat outfits.
And the game has no shortage of those outfits, thanks to the frequent collaborations Fortnite does with other titles. The most recent example of that is the collaboration with Jujutsu Kaisen which excited many anime fans. Following the trend, a popular TikTok icon is all set to appear in the battle royale.
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Rumors point Fortnite will bring a TikTok star character in-game
Multiple rumors have pointed out that Khaby Lame will be coming to Fortnite. This rumor gained traction when the TikTok star himself posted a cryptic video online. In the video, he can be seen unboxing a package containing his name and his iconic hand gestures. Lame maintained an element of suspense by not revealing what was in the box. However, according to popular Fortnite leaker ShiinaBR, this video was a promotional piece for the upcoming season of the Epic Games title.
Khaby Lame will be part of the next Fortnite season in some way. pic.twitter.com/FsromzFRy3
— Shiina (@ShiinaBR) August 23, 2023
If the Khaby Lame collaboration becomes a reality, it will be a first for the battle royale game. The TikToker will be the first influencer from his platform to join. Another popular Fortnite leaker HYPEX presented the icon skin for the Khaby Lame collab.
However, it is not officially confirmed that the TikTok star will be present in the game. Fans should take this news with a grain of salt till there’s an official confirmation. Regardless, the prospect of Khaby Lame’s arrival in-game has excited many fans.
Fans ecstatic over TikTok star probably joining the game
Numerous fans started to share their positive feedback about the appearance of Khaby Lame in the battle royale.
Fans are not only hyped about his potential appearance, but his appearance, and clearly can’t for this to materialise.
SUCH A W SKIN! CONGRATS!
— TTikuu – Fortnite News & Updates (@YTikrid) August 23, 2023
I fw withis hard, looks like he has a special ops suit! Loving the battlepass so far 👀
— Master Mash (@_MasterMash) August 23, 2023
Some fans also believe Khaby will not be a skin but will rather be just an emote. Regardless, they are excited about it.
Most likely an icon emote in the battlepass doubt he’ll get an actual skin
— ✨Jay✨SZA Stan (@Jayce12489) August 23, 2023
Yay we're getting his signature emote pic.twitter.com/WIlHp8eBro
— Berkay (@BayPangoro) August 23, 2023
However, some fans have also shared their critical remarks about the rumored skin. They believe other people are more deserving to join the battle royale before Khaby Lame.
Bruh how 🧐 does he even have a crown victory royal or even play fortnite? Nick eh 30 deserves this way more…
— Nayr (@nayrslayr) August 23, 2023
Bro got a skin before the most inspirational man of all time Nick eh 30 pic.twitter.com/U5NcSFsBnS
— shaggy (@scoob_gang) August 23, 2023
Seeing the positive outlook of the fans, Epic Games is sure to bring over more influencers to the game. And this will undoubtedly do wonders for Fortnite, as well as the ever-growing popularity of Khaby Lame, and other social media personalities who could follow in his footsteps.
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