New Kpop Demon Hunters Skins Drop in Fortnite: Here’s All You Need to Know

Why It Matters

The drop leverages the recent Grammy win for the K‑pop track “Golden,” boosting Fortnite’s cultural relevance and driving microtransaction revenue. It also deepens Epic’s partnership with the Korean music market, attracting a broader global player base.

Key Takeaways

• Jinu Saja Boys skin confirmed with human and demon edits
• Huntrx trio Golden skins likely edit options to existing outfits
• Rumored emotes include Popcorn Tears and Battle of the Bows
• Derpy blue tiger sidekick expected in Wave 2 bundle
• Shop release times staggered globally on Feb 6‑7

Pulse Analysis

Fortnite’s collaboration model has evolved from seasonal events to high‑profile cross‑media partnerships, turning the game into a cultural hub where music, film, and gaming intersect. By integrating K‑pop icons, Epic taps into a fanbase that values both visual flair and musical affiliation, mirroring the success of previous collaborations with artists like Travis Scott and Ariana Grande. This strategy not only sustains player engagement but also creates recurring revenue streams through limited‑time cosmetic bundles that encourage impulse purchases.

The timing of the K‑pop Demon Hunters Wave 2 launch is strategic: the track “Golden” recently secured a Grammy, marking the first K‑pop song to achieve that milestone. Epic’s decision to align the skin drop with this accolade amplifies hype, as fans anticipate exclusive in‑game representations of a historic moment. Such synergy drives social media buzz, increases live‑stream viewership, and translates into higher spend on skins, emotes, and related accessories, reinforcing Fortnite’s position as a monetization powerhouse within the live‑service genre.

Regional rollout details reveal Epic’s nuanced approach to global markets. By staggering release times—North America on February 6, Europe and Asia on February 7—the company maximizes peak activity windows and accommodates time‑zone‑specific purchasing behavior. This staggered schedule also allows for localized marketing pushes, ensuring that each market receives tailored promotional content. Analysts expect the Wave 2 bundle to generate a notable uplift in microtransaction revenue, setting a benchmark for future music‑driven collaborations and solidifying Fortnite’s role as a bridge between gaming and mainstream entertainment.

New Kpop Demon Hunters skins drop in Fortnite: Here’s all you need to know

Hannah Marie ZT, Senior Editor · Last Updated: 05/02/2026

Fortnite is releasing new Kpop Demon Hunters skins on February 6th. This second wave of skins will include Jinu from the Saja Boys, alongside a handful of additional rumoured cosmetics.

From confirmed Kpop Demon Hunters skins to rumoured cosmetics, here’s all you need to know ahead of the new drop:

Jinu Saja Boys Fortnite skin confirmed ahead of February 6th drop

Epic Games confirmed its new wave of Kpop Demon Hunters skins in a trailer posted on February 4th. This trailer finally gave players their first look at the Jinu skin, which has been long‑rumoured and hotly anticipated.

— Fortnite (@Fortnite) [February 4, 2026]

Both his human and demon appearances are shown in the trailer, suggesting that players will be able to select either edit once the skin is purchased.

The trailer also shows the Huntrx trio wearing new outfits. This likely confirms that Rumi, Mira, and Zoe will receive new skins. At the very least, the Golden skins will be available as edits to their existing Fortnite skins that were released in October 2025.

— Screen Rant (@screenrant) [February 5, 2026]

These are the outfits that the Huntrix wear during the iconic “Golden” music video and in the movie.

With the track “Golden” becoming the first K‑pop song to win a Grammy award mere days before the trailer drop, Epic Games will certainly be riding the wave of that success.

— Netflix (@netflix) [February 1, 2026]

Cosmetics confirmed in the trailer

• Zoe Golden Skin (as either a new standalone skin or an edit option to the existing skin)

• Mira Golden Skin (as either a new standalone skin or an edit option to the existing skin)

• Rumi Golden Skin (as either a new standalone skin or an edit option to the existing skin)

• Jinu Saja Boys Skin (likely with both human and demon edit options)

— DiscussingFilm (@DiscussingFilm) [February 4, 2026]

What other cosmetics are rumoured alongside the new Kpop Demon Hunters skins?

Fortnite dataminers have surfaced several possible additions to Wave 2 of the Kpop Demon Hunters Fortnite collaboration.

Included in these rumours are two new Kpop Demon Hunters emotes: a “Popcorn Tears” emote and a “Battle of the Bows” emote.

— HYPEX (@HYPEX) [February 5, 2026]

Dataminers also expect Fortnite to release a new Sidekick in Wave 2, in the form of the iconic blue tiger, Derpy. Although not confirmed by Epic Games, this addition has been anticipated for weeks and will very likely be included in the February 6th drop.

— Shiina (@ShiinaBR) [January 23, 2026]

Several cosmetic items are also expected to be included in bundles, such as new pickaxes (including lightsticks and swords) and two new back‑bling options. Some leaked images also show staff and bow pickaxe options.

— Agent_draven (@agent_draven) [February 5, 2026]

New cosmetics will likely be split across different skin bundles. It is also rumoured that Rumi’s Golden skin will have an edit option to include visible demon marks—a feature in high demand.

— Jorge_Most (@Jorge_Most) [February 5, 2026]

When will the Wave 2 Kpop Demon Hunters skins arrive in the Fortnite shop?

The Wave 2 Kpop Demon Hunters skins are expected to arrive in the Fortnite shop at the usual shop‑update times on February 6th or 7th, depending on time zone.

• Australia (AEDT) 11:00, February 7th

• Japan (JST) 09:00, February 7th

• Europe (CET) 01:00, February 7th

• UK (GMT) 00:00, February 7th

• Brazil (BRT) 21:00, February 6th

• North America (ET) 19:00, February 6th

• North America (PT) 16:00, February 6th

About the author

Hannah is a journalist specialising in the esports, gaming, and technology sectors. Working for outlets such as Dot Esports, Esports Insider, and ENUK, she has developed a love for wider esports, Apex Legends, and advocating for women’s esports initiatives. You may have seen her at various esports and gaming events, including ALGS LANs, ESI London, EGX, and watch parties.