Fortnite Festival kicks off Season 10 on August 26 with a high-profile collaboration: Gorillaz will lead Epic Games' music mode with the full presence of all four members, a central stage inspired by their universe and a repertoire of songs turned into Jam Tracks.
The arrival of the virtual band brings cosmetics, music and gameplay tweaks confirmed by Epic Games, while rekindling the debate between veteran and new players about the group's future. Beyond the buzz online, the important thing is that the event is now official and has a defined schedule, content, and rewards.
Date, time and access to mode
Fortnite Festival Season 10 begins Tuesday, August 26, 2025The update will be rolled out in the early morning hours of the 25th and 26th to prepare servers and activate the new music pass and store rotation.
Fortnite Festival is accessed from the Fortnite main menu., like others interactive musical experiences, with its own progression, challenges, and purchases independent of battle royale, LEGO Fortnite, or Rocket Racing.
Gorillaz take the stage: skins, bundle, and songs
Noodle, 2D, Russel Hobbs and Murdoc Niccals land with outfits and aesthetics faithful to the band, as well as a new urban setting with skyscrapers, graffiti and an elevated train that captures its visual signature, with nods to its imagery and touches of a skate park.
The Noodle & 2D Bundle will be launched in the store, which includes both outfits and a collection of themed accessories: Noodle's guitar case, Noodle's guitar, DARE emote, 2D microphone, 2D megaphone backpack, and a Gorillaz wrap, in addition to the Bonesy Balloons trail.
Featured jam tracks include DARE and Clint Eastwood, available throughout the season; other band songs and musical collaborations will be added to the rotation according to the mode's schedule.
Season 10 Music Pass: Unlocks and Rewards
The Music Pass offers free and premium rewards as XP accumulates in any Fortnite experience. Those who purchase the pass (or access it via Fortnite Club) will automatically earn the Russell outfit.
Murdoc will be the final reward of the pass, with additional cosmetics and music items unlocked through tiers. Near the end of the season, the On Melancholy Hill jam track will be available.
The musical selection is not limited to Gorillaz: New Jam Tracks are added from artists such as MXZI, Hanumankind and Stone Temple Pilots, expanding the range of available genres to play.
Gameplay improvements in Fortnite Festival
Epic introduces "Good" grades to clearly differentiate when a pulse falls below the "Perfect"; this visual indicator helps fine-tune the timing without penalizing reading.
The released notes are also redesigned (lift notes) to make it easier to know when to hold and when to release. Both changes can be disabled in Settings > Game > Festival, depending on your preferences.
The main stage music library adds filters to sort by song length or intensity, speeding up selection in quick games or longer sessions.
Main stage inspired by the band's universe
The Main Stage adopts a metropolitan environment with imposing buildings, urban art and a train that runs through the upper area, an atmosphere that fits with the visual DNA of Gorillaz and its hybrid identity between music and animation.
The design seeks to give prominence to live performance, with lighting and dynamic elements that accompany the beats of each song and offer a clearer reading of the tracks on the instruments.
Community reaction and context
The official confirmation has generated a mixture of enthusiasm and curiosity. among the community: veterans celebrate the proposal and some of the younger audience asks about the group's career, something common when intergenerational collaborations occur.
The collaboration coincides with key celebrations for the band, which has featured in special exhibitions and concerts in London; this cultural boost adds interest to Epic's debut in musical mode.
Overall, Season 10 is looking to be one of the most complete editions from Fortnite Festival, with a heavyweight headliner, highly polished cosmetics, and quality adjustments designed to polish the gaming experience.
