Exciting news for Fortnite players! On July 19, 2024, Fortnite will launch new character skins from the beloved Pirates of the Caribbean franchise. Among these characters, the infamous Davy Jones will be available for purchase in the Item Shop​​.
Davy Jones, known as the heartless captain of the Flying Dutchman, is set to bring his eerie presence to the game. The skin will be part of the GroanScheme set, which includes other items like back blings and emoticons​​.
The Arrival
The news about Davy Jones’s skin was shared by Fortnite’s official Twitter account, generating excitement among fans. The tweet read, “He is the sea, with or without his heart. Davy Jones is out of his locker and into yours when you buy him from the Shop!”​​. This announcement has fans eagerly awaiting the release.
What to Expect
Davy Jones’s skin is designed with attention to detail, capturing his menacing look from the movies. Players can expect his peg leg and claw hand, which are iconic to his character. The skin will likely be priced between 1,500 to 1,600 V-Bucks, similar to other collaboration skins​​.
He is the sea, with or without his heart.
Davy Jones is out of his locker and into yours when you buy him from the Shop! pic.twitter.com/RasLeIpfTc— Fortnite (@FortniteGame) July 17, 2024
In addition to Davy Jones, other characters from Pirates of the Caribbean will also be available. Captain Jack Sparrow, Elizabeth Swann, and Hector Barbossa are part of this exciting crossover​​. These characters will bring a pirate-themed adventure to the Fortnite world.
The Crossover
This release is part of a larger collaboration between Disney and Epic Games. Earlier this year, Disney invested $1.5 billion in Epic Games, aiming to integrate more Disney characters and stories into the gaming world. Pirates of the Caribbean is one of the first major steps in this partnership​​.
How to Get the Skin
The Davy Jones skin will be available in the Item Shop starting July 19, 2024. Players will need to purchase it using V-Bucks, Fortnite’s in-game currency. Keep an eye on the shop, as these skins are expected to be in high demand.
