Chappell Roan Joins Forces with Fortnite Following Last Year’s Request

Fans of Chappell Roan will soon have the opportunity to embody the American pop sensation in the popular video game Fortnite. The game’s developers, Epic, have officially revealed that Roan will be featured as a prominent character in the upcoming festival season, set to launch this Thursday.

As part of this exciting collaboration, players will have access to some of Roan’s most recognizable outfits and will be able to enjoy several of her chart-topping tracks. This partnership comes after Roan expressed her desire to be included in the game during an interview with a radio host last year.

During her conversation, Roan shared her enthusiasm for Fortnite and made a heartfelt plea to the game’s creators, saying, “Please give me a skin, please.” She also mentioned that when she seeks a fun night, Fortnite is her go-to game.

At long last, her wish has been granted with the introduction of her very own Fortnite skin, allowing gamers to transform into her character. Among the available styles is a skin inspired by Roan’s striking Joan of Arc outfit, which she donned during her performance at the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards.

Additionally, players can look forward to a skin inspired by the glamorous appearance Roan showcased in her popular song, Pink Pony Club. The track has been added to the festival’s music library, alongside other hits such as Good Luck, Babe!, Hot To Go!, and The Giver, which will also be featured in the collection.

Roan took to her Instagram Story to share a glimpse of her Joan of Arc-inspired skin, exclaiming, “I got my own Fortnite skin!! Out Thursday wowowow.” The Fortnite Festival, now in its 13th season, is described as a rhythm-based game focused on music, allowing players to perform popular songs.

In recent years, Roan has skyrocketed to international acclaim, winning the Grammy for Best New Artist last year and being honored as the winner of the Sound of 2025 by a prominent radio station. She also made waves earlier this week with her eye-catching outfit on the Grammy Awards red carpet.

Roan is not alone in her venture into the gaming world, as she joins a roster of celebrities including Sabrina Carpenter, Billie Eilish, and Kim Kardashian, all of whom have also received their own Fortnite skins.

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