After months of speculation, Fortnite has officially confirmed that animal companions are coming to the game. Back in May, some leaked files suggested that Fortnite may be adding a new type of animal companion some time in 2025, and that time has finally come.
This technically isn't the first time animal companions have come to Fortnite. All the way back in 2018, Fortnite Chapter 1 Season 6 added Pets to the game. These Pets were essentially Back Blings that reacted to certain in-game actions. Fortnite's newly confirmed Sidekicks function a little differently.
Epic Games has announced that Sidekicks are coming to Fortnite on November 1, 2025. These Sidekicks will be small animal or animal-like companions that follow the player throughout their adventures in Fortnite's various modes, including Battle Royale, Save The World, LEGO Fortnite, and certain developer-made experiences.
Fortnite's Sidekicks won't affect gameplay and cannot be harmed during combat. They do, however, react to the world around them and interact with special Sidekick Emotes. After purchasing one of Fortnite's Sidekicks, players will be able to customize their appearance once. When customization is complete, players will be asked to preview their Sidekick's new look, and then their appearance...
