Fortnite Winterfest 2024 has officially kicked off, bringing joy to gamers during the holiday season with delightful presents and festive activities. Starting at 3 p.m. ET on December 20, players can immerse themselves in the celebrations featuring Grammy Award-winning artist Mariah Carey, who opened the event by performing her classic holiday hit, "All I Want for Christmas Is You." Epic Games has once again transformed its popular game for the season, reopening the Cozy Cabin to provide players with free cosmetic rewards.
Players can visit the Winterfest Lodge, which can be accessed via the snowflake icon found at the top right of the lobby screen. Inside, they will find Snoop Dogg decked out for the occasion, ready to help players select their gifts. Throughout the event, gamers can unwrap one present each day, making their choices strategically to claim various rewards before the event concludes on January 7, 2025.
Among the many exciting items available, players will find the following presents lined up for them: the Humbug Slicer Pickaxe, Snoop's Holadizzle Bass, Frosted Frets Guitar, Crashed Chiller Spray, Llama Lightbulb Emoji, Yulejacket Outfit, Yulejacket's Blaster Wrap, and Run It Up Lobby Music, alongside Peppermint Paraglider, Snow Sparkle Contrail, Yule Bag Back Bling, That's Cold Jac! Back Bling, and Dogg Treat Pickaxe. Each player has the thrill of opening the presents at random, with no way to know what they will receive until they commit to opening one.
One highlight of the Winterfest event is the much-anticipated Santa Snoop Dogg skin, which many fans are eager to get their hands on. Though this skin is not part of the initial present lineup, it is expected to be released later during the Winterfest period, adding excitement for players who are already having fun exploring the season’s offerings.
The kickoff for Winterfest 2024 is not just about the presents. Players can also enjoy themed quests available over nine days, each offering extra XP to help them progress through the Battle Pass. The festive map is adorned with snow, enhancing the winter wonderland vibe, creating the perfect backdrop for players as they explore and complete challenges.
This year's event appears to be more than just cosmetic fun; it’s about community interaction and continuous engagement as the game grows. Players can experience this firsthand by joining Mariah Carey for her dramatic entrance during her performance after skydiving to the concert location on the map. Once she bursts forth, players can engage with her via emotes and can later earn Holiday Presents for participating.
Slotting seamlessly between casual gameplay and exciting competitive moments, Fortnite Winterfest 2024 offers something for everyone. Whether choosing between daily gifts or enjoying the festive atmosphere around them, players are treated to both free cosmetics and fun seasonal surprises. Users are encouraged to log in daily to reap all the benefits, ensuring no opportunity is missed before the jolly event wraps up.
So, gather your friends and get ready to unwrap those gifts, take on challenges, and enjoy the holiday spirit brought to life through Fortnite Winterfest 2024. With just under three weeks to go until the event’s conclusion, players should make the most of their time to secure all available presents.
