The nightmare has finally arrived as the Fortnite Freddy Krueger skin joins Fortnitemares. The exciting collaboration includes cosmetics like a character skin, back bling, and, of course, a pickaxe skin, among other creepy stuff. Here's everything you need to know about what's included in the Freddy Krueger skin bundle and how to get it in Fortnite.

When Does the Freddy Krueger Skin Release in Fortnite

Fans of this nightmare icon have been waiting for his inclusion, and finally, the wait is over. Freddy Krueger has been released on October 3rd, during Fortnitemares 2026 event, along with the skin bundle. Keep in mind that Freddy’s cosmetics are purchasable only until October 17th, 2026.

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To complete the skin bundle, you can even defeat Freddy Krueger as boss NPC, and you will get the new Mythic weapon, Freddy’s Nightmare. This Mythic weapon has a unique mechanic that lets you capture enemies in a nightmare, where you can teleport to close the gap and slash them with the iconic claws. There’s no better way to roleplay as Freddy Krueger than with his complete cosmetics.

What's Included in Freddy Krueger’s Skin Bundle in Fortnite

Aside from the character skin, which features the original Freddy Krueger design, the bundle consists of a Back Bling, Pickaxe, Kicks, Glider, Emote, and a Guitar. Here's every item you get with the bundle:

Item NameImageCost
Freddy Krueger SkinFreddy Krueger Skin Fortnite1,600 V-Bucks
Freddy’s Back Boiler Back BlingFreddy's Back Boiler Back Bling500 V-Bucks
Freddy’s Glove PickaxeFreddy Krueger Skin Fortnite800 V-Bucks
Krueger Specials KicksKrueger's Special Kicks Fortnite800 V-Bucks
Freddy’s Coming EmoteFreddy Krueger Skin Fortnite500 V-Bucks
Freddy’s Flame WrapFreddy’s Flame Wrap500 V-Bucks
Freddy’s Boilermaker Guitar/Pickaxe/BackblingFreddy's Boilermaker PIckaxe Fortnite800 V-Bucks

The A Nightmare on Elm Street bundle is priced at 2,300 V-Bucks, which is down from the original combined value of 4,700 V-Bucks. However, if you only want the character skin, it is priced at 1,600 V-Bucks.

How to Get the Freddy Krueger Skin Bundle in Fortnite

Getting the bundle is easy. Just follow these steps:

  1. Open Fortnite on your platform - PC, console, or mobile all work.
  2. From the main lobby, go to the Item Shop.
  3. Look for Freddy Krueger’s Bundle in the featured section.
  4. Select it and hit Purchase.
  5. Make sure you have at least 2,300 V-Bucks in your account before you do.
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Once purchased, every single item drops straight into your locker. If you're short on V-Bucks, you can buy them directly in-game or through the official Fortnite website.

The Freddy Krueger skin in Fortnite not only captures his creepy face, but the iconic claws and walking emote really resemble the character’s original nightmare. If you’re a fan, definitely grab it before October 17!

FAQs

When does Freddy Krueger skin arrive in Fortnite?

Freddy Krueger arrives on October 3rd, 2026, as part of the Fortnitemares 2026 event.

How much does the Freddy Kruegers skin bundle cost?

The full A Nightmare on Elm Street bundle costs 2,300 V-Bucks, while the Freddy Krueger skin with costs 1,600 V-Bucks.

How long is Freddy Krueger available in Fortnite?

The Freddy Krueger cosmetics are available until October 17th, 2026.