Fortnite x Messi Collaboration: Outfits, Prices & More
Here's everything we know about the Lionel Messi skins in Fortnite and how you can get them.
A huge Fortnite collaboration is on the horizon! The latest addition to the game's long list of skins is the soccer legend Lionel Messi. Known as one of the most celebrated athletes in history, Messi brings his charisma to Fortnite as an Icon Series skin. Fans are eagerly awaiting the drop of his cosmetics, which promise to add flair and style to the game.
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The Messi Skin & Variants
The Lionel Messi collaboration introduces two main skins, each offering unique aesthetics:
Streetwear Spark Messi
A casual, laid-back style featuring Messi in streetwear. Includes customization options such as:
- Headphones on/off
- Reactivity on/off
The skin comes with the Portable Playmaker back bling.
- Price: 1,500 V-Bucks
Lionel Messi Skin
The skin features Messi in a soccer-inspired uniform. It includes three styles:
- Default
- Might – a lion-themed design representing strength.
- Zeal – another lion-themed style symbolizing determination.
The skin comes with the Number 10 back bling and the Mane Event built-in emote.
- Price: 1,800 V-Bucks
Other Messi-Themed Cosmetics
The collaboration also introduces several Messi-inspired items to enhance the experience:
- Goated Glaive Pickaxe – 800 V-Bucks
- Fancy Futbol Pickaxe – 800 V-Bucks
- #1 Fan Llama Emote – 400 V-Bucks
- Portable Playmaker back bling - Included with Streetwear Spark Messi Skin
- Number 10 Back Bling - Included with Lionel Messi Skin
- Mane Event Emote - Included with Lionel Messi Skin
For players who want it all, the Messi Bundle includes all the above items for a discounted price of 2,800 V-Bucks. The bundle is always the better deal as it includes more items at a lower price.
Messi Skin Release Date
The Lionel Messi cosmetics will be available in the Fortnite Item Shop starting Friday, December 13, 2024, at 9 PM ET, the standard shop refresh time. While it’s unclear how long these items will remain in the shop, fans can purchase them directly in-game or through Fortnite’s official Item Shop webpage.
How to Get the Messi Skin in Fortnite?
Players can buy the Messi outfit from Fortnite's Item Shop
Official Messi Statement
“It’s amazing to see myself represented in Fortnite. As a kid, I would never have imagined something like this. Football has always been synonymous with joy and connection, and now fans can live that experience through my very own skin, in a way that transcends the pitch. I hope you enjoy it!”
Messi fans will be absolutely ecstatic to hear the news about this outfit! Don't miss out on it and add it to your collection while you can.
