Fortnite just got a new collab skin, and this one comes from a survival horror game called Cronos: The New Dawn. The character you can unlock is called The Traveler, and you can get it either for free or by spending V-Bucks. Here is everything you need to know.

What Is the Cronos The New Dawn Fortnite Skin?

The Traveler is the main character from Cronos: The New Dawn, a survival horror game made by Bloober Team. The skin has a retro-futuristic look. This collab is part of Epic's push to bring 100+ gaming crossovers to Fortnite, so it fits right into that lineup.

How to Get Cronos The New Dawn Skin in Fortnite

You can grab the Cronos The New Dawn Fortnite skin for free through the Epic Games Store Loyalty Promotion. Here is how to do it step by step:

  1. Open the Epic Games Store app or go to the EGS website.
  2. Search for Cronos: The New Dawn in the search bar, or find it on the homepage.
  3. Purchase the game. It costs $59.99.
  4. Once purchased, open Fortnite and go to your Locker. The Traveler skin should already be there waiting for you.
Cronos The New Dawn Skin Fortnite

Make sure the Epic Games Store account you use to buy the game is the same account you play Fortnite on. If they are different, the skin will not show up in your locker.

How to Buy The Traveler Skin in the Fortnite Item Shop

If you don't want to buy the game, you can still get The Traveler skin by buying it straight from the Fortnite Item Shop for 1,500 V-Bucks. The skin is only available in the Item Shop until Tuesday, April 28th, 2026, so do not wait too long if you want it.

  1. Launch Fortnite and go to the Item Shop from the top menu in the lobby.
  2. Look for the Cronos: The New Dawn section and click on The Traveler skin.
  3. Press and hold the Purchase button to confirm.
Cronos The New Dawn Skin Fortnite

Which Should You Choose?

Here is a quick comparison to help you decide:

MethodCostWhat You Get
Epic Games Store Purchase$59.99Cronos: The New Dawn game + The Traveler skin for free
Fortnite Item Shop1,500 V-Bucks (~$15.99)The Traveler skin only

If you were already planning to play Cronos: The New Dawn, buying it through the Epic Games Store is clearly the better deal. You get a full game plus the skin at no extra cost. But if you just want the skin and have no interest in the game, the Item Shop is the easier and cheaper route.

The Traveler skin has a very distinct look compared to most Fortnite skins because it is dark and looks pretty serious. If you like that kind of aesthetic, it is a great addition to your locker. For fans of Cronos: The New Dawn, it is also a nice way to rep the game while playing Fortnite. Just pick whichever one works best for you and grab the skin before the Item Shop window closes on April 28.