The worlds of Springfield and Fortnite are about to collide in a way no one expected. As part of Epic Games’ long-awaited Fortnite x The Simpsons collaboration, Fox has officially confirmed that The Simpsons will air a special crossover episode themed around the battle royale phenomenon. The event marks one of the most ambitious collaborations in Fortnite’s history — blending the animated world of America’s favorite family with the global gaming sensation that shows no signs of slowing down.
📺 The Simpsons’ Fortnite Episode Is Officially Happening
Fans first caught wind of the crossover when Fortnite players discovered Bart Simpson’s iconic treehouse hidden on the in-game map during the Fortnitemares 2025 event. Now, Fox has taken things to the next level by confirming a special Simpsons episode titled “Apocalypse D’Oh”, set to premiere November 1, 2025.
According to early listings spotted by fans on Disney+’s weekend lineup, the episode will focus on the world of Fortnite — though exact plot details remain under wraps. The title itself suggests a post-apocalyptic twist, possibly parodying Fortnite’s massive crossover events and seasonal storylines.
Even more interestingly, rumors indicate that Epic Games plans to stream the episode live inside Fortnite’s virtual world, allowing players to watch The Simpsons special directly in-game — much like past collaborations with Star Wars and Ariana Grande’s concert events.
🕹️ Fortnite’s History with Animated Series
Epic Games has never been shy about crossing over with pop culture icons, but this new collaboration takes things a step further. The developer has already worked with several major Fox animated properties in the past, most notably the Family Guy crossover, which added a hilariously buff version of Peter Griffin to the game. That partnership even included a Family Guy-produced animated short promoting the event.
Since then, Fortnite has introduced other Fox favorites into its roster, featuring skins based on Bob’s Burgers, King of the Hill, and even references to American Dad. The upcoming Simpsons collaboration, however, easily ranks as Fortnite’s biggest animated crossover yet, given the show’s 35-year legacy and global fanbase.
🌍 Fortnite x The Simpsons: What to Expect In-Game
While Fox handles the TV side of the crossover, Epic Games is preparing a full in-game mini-season dedicated to The Simpsons. Launching November 1, the update will introduce new locations, characters, and cosmetics inspired by Springfield.
Leaks and early teasers have already hinted at what fans can expect:
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🟡 Character Skins: Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa, Ned Flanders, and Krusty the Clown.
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🏠 New Map Areas: Springfield Power Plant, Moe’s Tavern, and the Simpsons’ family home.
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🧱 Special Event Challenges: Time-limited missions referencing classic Simpsons moments.
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🎵 Llamamorph Crossover Emote: A parody of the show’s opening couch gag sequence.
The crossover will reportedly be tied into Fortnite’s new “Companion” system, letting players bring animal sidekicks like Santa’s Little Helper or Snowball the cat into battle. This marks the debut of Fortnite’s newest cosmetic type, adding another layer of customization to the game’s ever-expanding ecosystem.
🎉 An Iconic Moment for Both Franchises
This crossover represents more than just a fun Halloween event — it’s a cultural milestone. The Simpsons has spent decades parodying every corner of pop culture, and Fortnite has become a pop culture icon in its own right. Merging the two worlds in both television and gaming form feels like a natural evolution of both brands.
With Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 4 ending and Fortnitemares wrapping up, the Simpsons event acts as a perfect bridge between seasons. It’s expected to kick off a wave of content that includes further Disney collaborations — including rumored Marvel and Star Wars Companion crossovers later in the year.
