Fortnite leaks suggest Shaq (Shaquille O'Neal) collaboration coming soon

Shaq (Shaquille O
Shaq (Shaquille O'Neal) collaboration could be coming soon (Image via Epic Games)

The latest Fortnite leaks suggest that a collaboration with legendary NBA star and celebrity Shaq is on the way. Shaquille O'Neal, popularly known as Shaq, is a 15x All-Star and four-time NBA champion who has become a beloved internet figure due to his large and affable personality. Epic Games is known to collaborate with a host of celebrities and stars such as Ariane Grande and Lewis Hamilton, so this comes as no surprise.

Here's everything we know about the Fortnite leaks suggesting a collaboration with Shaq.


Everything we know from the Fortnite leaks about the collaboration with Shaq

Fortnite leaks suggest that Shaq could be coming in-game

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According to the latest leak by legacy leaker and data miner @ShiinaBR, who is known for leaks such as the Fortnite x VicBlends collaboration, Shaq is set to make his way into Fortnite.

These leaks suggest that the NBA star is set to arrive in-game real soon. Fortnite is known for collaborating with celebrities and popular figures through their Icon Series cosmetics. Popular sports personalities like Patrick Mahomes, Lebron James, and Neymar Jr. have been introduced to the game previously.


When is the Shaq collaboration coming to Fortnite?

The Fortnite leaks suggest that Shaq is set to arrive in Fortnite on October 4, 2024, although Epic Games has not made any official announcement. Players can expect the collaboration with Shaq to arrive as part of the next update or as a mid-season introduction, like the return of the LTM with Fortnite Days of Doom.

Players can all but wait for an official confirmation from Epic Games or a post from the basketball legend himself to confirm these rumors. This collaboration with Shaq is set to add to the ever-expanding list of celebrities and sports legends in-game.


What can players expect from the collaboration with Shaq

Rubius was the latest Icon Series to be added in-game (Image via Epic Games)
Rubius was the latest Icon Series to be added in-game (Image via Epic Games)

Players can expect a host of cosmetics like Outfits, Back Blings, Pickaxes, Stickers, and more to accompany the collaboration with the legendary NBA star. They can also expect many sports-themed items to make a return to the Fortnite Item Shop to complement the theme of sports.

The collaboration with Shaq could also add to the list of Icon Series skins in-game, with popular streamer Rubius being inducted into the Hall of Fame. Until Fortnite officially confirms the collaboration, these Fortnite leaks are all that is there regarding the upcoming collaboration.

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