Even if Epic Games doesn’t actively advertise it, Fortnite is the closest game on the market to achieving a true metaverse. In this realm of unending battles and iconic character skins, it constantly welcomes new challengers from a land steeped in lore and supernatural flair.
As part of its latest crossover, Ciri and Yennefer of The Witcher series are about to make their Fortnite debut, joining Geralt who has been a part of the Fortnite world for a few seasons now. This anticipated addition is a synergy of two behemoth franchises, just in time for the launch of The Witcher season 3 on Netflix.
Although their roots are in the world of The Witcher, the upcoming Ciri and Yennefer skins in Fortnite draw more from their video game counterparts than their Netflix incarnations. There’s a particular fidelity to the characters as they were in The Witcher 3, evoking a sense of nostalgia for players who’ve traversed the Continent with these characters. As for their release date, you can expect these fantasy icons to hit the Fortnite store on Friday, June 23, 2023, at 7 AM ET, as confirmed by Epic Games.
A Tale of Two Tempests is on the horizon.
Ciri and Yennefer of Vengerberg arrive in Fortnite tomorrow, June 23, at 7 AM ET. pic.twitter.com/WKkIa4oVNK
— Fortnite (@FortniteGame) June 22, 2023
If you’re a fan of the White Wolf and his companions, the opportunity to play as these revered characters is irresistible. Ciri, the Lady of Space and Time, brings with her two Witcher swords and a Basilisk glider. This warrior woman’s bundle also includes a back bling named Zireal, which adds a touch of fantasy to your Fortnite experience.
Accompanying Ciri is Yennefer, the raven-haired sorceress from Vengerberg, another beloved character from the series. Her bundle will include a Megascope pickaxe, a Bird Skull back bling, and a Black Wings emote. It seems that Fortnite is flying high on the avian theme with Yennefer.
As for pricing, we can expect each bundle to be in the ballpark of 1,500 V-Bucks based on previous crossovers. There may also be a combined bundle for those who wish to acquire both characters, potentially priced around 2,200 V-Bucks. Please note that these are speculative figures and we’ll have to wait for an official statement from Epic Games for the exact numbers.
The addition of Ciri and Yennefer is bound to be a hit, appealing not only to Fortnite gamers but also fans of The Witcher series. The Witcher’s vast fan base, fueled by the successful Netflix series and the bestselling video game trilogy, ensures that these character skins will be a popular choice among players.
As we wait for the launch of these exciting bundles, it’s worth noting the significant changes in the source material as well. The Witcher season 3 will be the final bow for Henry Cavill as Geralt, marking an end to an era and ushering in a new phase for the series.
As for Fortnite, we wait eagerly to see what other surprises lie in store in this ever-evolving battleground.
