Fortnite is Keeping Sprites for Next Season, a Gaming-Themed Crossover Expected to Feature Sonic, Persona and Tetris

Epic Games has validated that Fortnite's beloved Pokémon-like Sprites will remain in the game for the upcoming Season 4, sparking anticipation for a gaming-themed crossover. The Sprites, introduced at the commencement of the current season, have enchanted players with their collectible, tradeable, and upgradable nature, significantly contributing to Fortnite's player base surge.

Epic has revealed that new Sprite powers, quality-of-life enhancements, and innovative methods to uncover Sprites in-game await players. Additionally, a Sprite Garden feature has been introduced, enabling players to exhibit their gathered Sprites, be it from Season 3 or the forthcoming Gen 2 Sprites from Season 4. Furthermore, five community-crafted Sprites will be unveiled, selected from a contest that garnered over 20,000 entries.

These sprites include the Bullet Sprite, Honey Sprite, Pond Sprite, X-Ray Sprite, and the charming Dumpster Dive Sprite. Meanwhile, cryptic hints have emerged via datamining, suggesting in-game posters promoting collaborations with Tetris, Sonic the Hedgehog, Pac-Man, and Persona. Epic Games' vice president, Mark Rein, has also expressed "Hackers" as a teaser for the incoming Season 4, named Chapter 7 Season 4: Override, scheduled for release on August 20.