Fortnite Festival Season 10 kicks off on 26 August 2025, and this time, it’s all about Gorillaz. The virtual band is jumping into Fortnite with a full setlist, new skins, and a revamped stage that looks like it came straight out of a music video. Russel and Murdoc are tied to the Music Pass, while Noodle and 2D are part of a bundle in the Item Shop. Expect new Jam Tracks like On Melancholy Hill, DARE, and Clint Eastwood, plus gameplay tweaks for rhythm fans. Whether you play for the fashion, the music, or the leaderboard, there’s something here worth logging in for.
What’s New in Season 10?
- Launch Date: Fortnite Festival Season 10 featuring Gorillaz drops on 26 August 2025.
- Countdown clock: The update is expected to go live or begin downtime around 4 AM Eastern Time (ET) on that day.
- Global timings:
- 1 AM PDT (West Coast US)
- 4 AM EDT (East Coast US)
- 9 AM BST (UK)
- 10 AM CET (Central Europe)
Gorillaz Items: What’s Available and How
Music Pass (Premium & Crew)
- Russel Hobbs: Outfit unlocks instantly with Music Pass purchase (or via Fortnite Crew subscription).
- Murdoc Niccals: Earnable through pass progression.
- Included accessories & perks:
- One‑Eyed Octopus Back Bling
- Russel’s Drum Kit
- Murdoc’s Cape and Bass
- Jam Track: “On Melancholy Hill”
Item Shop Bundle (Noodle & 2D)
- Noodle (guitarist assassin):
- Outfit (mask toggle)
- Case Back Bling
- “DARE” Emote (choreographed, plays part of the song)
- Axe Guitar instrument
- 2D (singer, satsuma lover):
- Outfit (toggle sunglasses)
- Megaphone Back Bling
- Gorillaz Camo Wrap
- Mic
- Bundle extras:
- “DARE” Jam Track
- Bonesy Balloons Contrail
- “Clint Eastwood” Jam Track also available separately in store until end of Season 10
Festival Game Mode Upgrades
- New Main Stage design: Think concrete jungle—towering buildings, graffiti, street train—perfect for that Gorillaz vibe.
- Gameplay tweaks:
- “Good” note feedback added to better distinguish near‑perfect hits.
- Option to disable “Good” visuals in settings.
- Redesigned lift notes to clarify when to press/release; toggleable.
- Music Library sorting by duration or intensity.
- Strumming allowed during guitar controller tune‑up.
Why It Matters
Gorillaz fit Fortnite Festival like a glove. The virtual band’s animated, genre-blending persona feels right at home in Fortnite’s expanding metaverse. This adds depth for music fans, rhythm players, and long-time Fortnite Festival players alike.
