The iconic Master Chief from the beloved Halo franchise is making his long-awaited return to Fortnite on December 23, 2024, after a hiatus of over 900 days.
Fans who missed out on acquiring the Spartan John-117 skin during its initial release will finally have another chance to add it to their collection, and there’s even a way to unlock the exclusive matte black version for free.
Master Chief’s Return to Fortnite
Debuting during Fortnite Chapter 2, Season 5, the Master Chief skin became an instant hit among players, solidifying the crossover as one of Fortnite’s most celebrated collaborations. After its debut, the skin appeared in the item shop a few times before disappearing completely on June 22, 2022. Now, after nearly three years, the legendary Spartan is back.
According to leaks from the Fortnite community, the Master Chief set will be available in the item shop starting December 23, 2024, with its duration in the shop currently unspecified.
Master Chief Bundle and Pricing
Here’s a complete breakdown of the items included in the Master Chief set and their prices:
- Master Chief Outfit with the Battle Legend Back Bling: 1,500 V-Bucks
- Gravity Hammer Pickaxe: 800 V-Bucks
- UNSC Pelican Glider: 1,200 V-Bucks
- Master Chief Bundle (includes all items): 2,600 V-Bucks
How to Get the Matte Black Master Chief Style
One of the standout features of this collaboration is the exclusive matte black Master Chief variant, available only to Xbox players. To unlock this style for free, you’ll need to:
- Log into Fortnite on an Xbox Series X/S or use Xbox Cloud Gaming.
- Ensure that the account you’re logging in with already owns the Master Chief skin.
- The matte black style will automatically unlock once you access the game on one of the eligible platforms.
A Legendary Return with Cyberpunk 2077 Icons
Master Chief’s return coincides with the Fortnite debuts of Johnny Silverhand and V from Cyberpunk 2077. This exciting crossover brings a mix of gaming icons to the Fortnite shop, making it a festive treat for players.
Conclusion
The wait is finally over for Halo fans who have been eagerly anticipating Master Chief’s return to Fortnite. Whether you’re looking to grab the iconic Spartan skin for the first time or unlock the exclusive Xbox variant, December 23 is a date to mark on your calendar.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to add a piece of gaming history to your collection!
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