Swing Into Action: Fortnite Adds Spider-Man, Punisher, and Hulk Skins for Brand New Day Crossover

Epic Games is swinging back into the Marvel Cinematic Universe. To celebrate the highly anticipated theatrical release of Spider-Man: Brand New Day on July 31, 2026, Fortnite is launching one of the biggest crossover events of Chapter 7 Season 3.

Following weeks of leaks and speculation, an official trailer posted across Sony and Fortnite channels has finally unveiled what players can expect from the collaboration. Arriving with the massive v41.30 patch update, the crossover introduces heavily requested Marvel outfits, a brand-new NPC, and the triumphant return of the best mobility item in the game's history [1].

Fortnite x Spider-Man Brand New Day | The Roster

The centerpiece of the crossover is a brand-new Spider-Man skin based directly on Tom Holland's appearance in Brand New Day. The outfit comes with both masked and unmasked styles, allowing players to show off Holland's likeness while running around the island.

However, the biggest surprise of the reveal was the confirmation of a brand-new Marvel antihero making his Fortnite debut: The Punisher. The highly anticipated skin is modeled directly after Jon Bernthal's gritty live-action portrayal of Frank Castle, aligning with his prominent role in the upcoming film [2].

Joining Spidey and the Punisher is a revised version of The Hulk. While the trailer showed Spider-Man and the Punisher battling the angry green giant in the streets of Battlewoods, it is confirmed that a movie-inspired Hulk skin will be hitting the Item Shop to complete the trio [3].

Fortnite x Spider-Man Brand New Day 2026 | Quick Intel Grid

• Update Version: Patch v41.30
• Release Date: July 30, 2026 (4 AM ET Server Downtime)
• Featured Skins: Spider-Man (Tom Holland), Punisher (Jon Bernthal), The Hulk
• Returning Item: Mythic Web Shooters
• Special Event: "Web Shooters Power Hour" kicks off on August 1, 2026

Mythic Web Shooters | Return of the Best Mobility Item

A Spider-Man collaboration wouldn't be complete without the ability to actually swing. Epic Games confirmed the beloved Mythic Web Shooters are officially returning to the battle royale loot pool. First introduced in Chapter 3, these equippable items allow players to swing rapidly from trees, buildings, and terrain to flank enemies or escape the storm [4].

To kick things up a notch, Epic is hosting a special "Web Shooters Power Hour" on August 1, 2026. During this limited-time gameplay modifier, players will be granted unlimited Web Shooter uses, allowing for non-stop aerial acrobatics across the map. The island will also feature a new "Friendly Spider-Man NPC" who will likely distribute themed gear and the Web Shooters themselves.

The Fortnite v41.30 update is scheduled to deploy on Thursday, July 30, 2026, with servers going offline for maintenance at 4 AM ET. Players can expect the Marvel cosmetics to hit the Item Shop shortly after the servers go live.

Why This Matters: This crossover represents a new high-water mark for Fortnite's integration with theatrical releases. Rather than a simple skin bundle, the Brand New Day event includes a dedicated NPC, a limited-time gameplay modifier, and the return of a fan-favorite item. It signals Epic's strategy of treating movie crossovers as full-fledged in-game events rather than just Item Shop drops. For more on Fortnite's evolving role in entertainment, see our coverage of Unreal Engine becoming the backbone of entertainment production and the Epic Games lawsuit against Fortnite leaks contractor.