For years, the idea of Sora trading his Keyblade for a SCAR-L was nothing more than a fever dream for fans of Square Enix and Disney’s iconic crossover RPG. However, new leaks suggest that the long-awaited Kingdom Hearts x Fortnite collaboration is officially in development.
According to prominent Fortnite leaker AdiraFNInfo, Epic Games is currently working on bringing the Heartless-slaying trio to the Battle Royale island. This news comes on the heels of Epic Games’ massive $1.5 billion partnership with Disney, making a Kingdom Hearts crossover feel more like an inevitability than a mere rumor.
Kingdom Hearts x Fortnite Leaks: Is Sora coming to Fortnite?
The core of the leak stems from reliable data miners who have a track record of predicting Chapter 6 and Chapter 7 content. While Epic Games has yet to make an official announcement, the “in development” status suggests that character models for Sora, and potentially Riku and Kairi, are being finalized behind the scenes.
Fans have been quick to point out that Sora’s inclusion in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate paved the way for the character to appear in other massive gaming hubs. With Disney owning the rights to the franchise, the legal hurdles that once kept Sora away from the Battle Bus are seemingly a thing of the past.
Sora Skins and Keyblade Pickaxes: What to Expect
While the exact contents of the bundle haven’t been confirmed, the community is already speculating on the “must-have” items for a Kingdom Hearts set.
- The Sora Skin: Players are hoping for multiple styles, specifically his classic Kingdom Hearts 1 look, the more mature Kingdom Hearts 3 attire, and perhaps a “Limit Form” or “Anti-Form” variant.
- The Keyblade Harvesting Tool: It would be a missed opportunity if the Kingdom Key wasn’t added as a Pickaxe. Some leaks suggest we could see multiple Keyblade skins, such as the Oblivion or Oathkeeper.
- Gummi Ship Glider: The iconic vessel is the perfect candidate for a ridable glider.
When is the Kingdom Hearts Fortnite Release Date?
Current rumors place the Kingdom Hearts Fortnite release date somewhere in mid-to-late 2026. This timeline aligns with Epic Games’ strategy of spacing out high-profile gaming collaborations, with other leaks suggesting that Overwatch and One Piece are also in the 2026 pipeline.
Furthermore, many fans believe this collab will serve as a marketing bridge for the highly anticipated Kingdom Hearts 4. Releasing Sora in Fortnite would be the ultimate way to re-introduce the series to a younger generation of players before the “Lost Master Arc” begins.
Last year saw Kingdom Hearts Missing-Link officially cancelled by Square Enix, after several years in development.
Will the Collab be Canon to the Kingdom Hearts Lore?
In true Tetsuya Nomura fashion, fans are jokingly (and seriously) wondering if Sora’s time on the Fortnite island will be considered canon. Given how Kingdom Hearts lore treats “other worlds” and digital realities, a trip to the Loop wouldn’t be the strangest thing to happen to Sora.
Whether it’s canon or just for fun, the prospect of Sora hitting the Griddy after a Victory Royale is closer than ever. Another recently leaked major Fortnite collaboration will see the franchise pair up with Cartoon Network’s Ben 10, in Summer 2026.
