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Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4 “Override” Launches Aug. 20

8/18/2026

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Fortnite launches Chapter 7, Season 4 “Override” on August 20 with a map and crossover-themed battle-pass.
The trailer shows Sonic the Hedgehog as a playable skin and Green Hill Zone elements for speed or flight.
Mega Man’s arm cannon and an 8-bit shotgun appear while the boss Geno is introduced.
Epic Games says the Overdrive battle-pass will add parody skins and a Sega-approved Sonic, while most crossover characters will sell separately.

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Story summary

Fortnite launches Chapter 7, Season 4 “Override” on August 20 with a map and crossover-themed battle-pass.
The trailer shows Sonic the Hedgehog as a playable skin and Green Hill Zone elements for speed or flight.
Mega Man’s arm cannon and an 8-bit shotgun appear while the boss Geno is introduced.
Epic Games says the Overdrive battle-pass will add parody skins and a Sega-approved Sonic, while most crossover characters will sell separately.