It’s been over three years since the God of War cosmetics, including Kratos and his iconic Leviathan Axe, have been available to buy in the Fortnite Item Shop. With a Greek Mythology season currently underway, it’s surely a matter of time until everyone’s favorite god-slaying dad returns, right?
This article covers everything we know about Kratos and the Leviathan Axe coming back in Fortnite Chapter Five Season Two, hopefully freeing up iFireMonkey’s inbox.
Will Kratos and the Leviathan Axe pickaxe be in the Fortnite Item shop in Chapter 5 Season 2?
There has been no official confirmation by Epic Games or Sony that Kratos or the Leviathan Axe will return to Fortnite. However, the God of War shop section was updated internally on April 23, moving from the “Fortnite Collab” category into “Spotlight.” This suggests thatEpic could be planning to release Kratos and his cosmetics in the near future.
The Kratos shop section got UPDATED today 👀It has been moved from the “Fortnite Collabs” category into the “Spotlight” category, so the skin might still release soon!(Thanks to@NotPaloleaksfor making me aware of this)pic.twitter.com/FakIoc6i1s
Epic remains tight-lipped about Kratos and the Leviathan Axe making their comeback despite the sea of replies on social media requesting the Ghost of Sparta to return. In fact, Kratos is so highly requested that it’s become a meme in the community, spawning hilarious videos and replies to both Epic Games and popular leakers.
Given the Greek mythology theme of the current season and the inclusion ofboss fights with Olympian godson the map, there’s never been a better time for Kratos to make his way back into the game. Whether Epic Games capitalizes on this golden opportunity, however, waits to be seen. As a great man once said, “Keep your expectations low, boy, and you’ll never be disappointed.”
Will there be a new God of War skin?
Unfortunately for those waiting for an alternate version of Kratos or more God of War characters in Fortnite,there have been no official announcements of any new God of War skins or cosmetics.However, potentiallyleaked insider information may suggest an Atreus skinis in the works.
According to someone who has done work with Epic Games in the past, Chapter 5 – Season 2 is rumored to include the following things:– Zeus Ability with 3 Stages– 4 Mythics– Gold Apple that gives a speed boost– Cerberus Shotgun– Olympus POI– Kratos Returning with Atreus-…pic.twitter.com/vpwZ2o2Upu
In March 2024, an anonymous insider source who had allegedly worked with Epic Games “leaked” information on Chapter 5, Season 2 before its release. This rumor detailed various aspects that turned out to be entirely true, such as the Wings of Icaus, and suggested that Kratos would return with a new Atreus skin sometime during the Season.
It’s important to note that this leak also included information that has yet to come to fruition, such as aPersona collab. Things change often in development, and plans for new God of War cosmetics may have fallen through
How much does Kratos and the Leviathan Axe cost?
When available,the Kratos Bundle containing every current God of War cosmetic costs2,200 V-Bucks. TheKratos skincan be purchased separately for1,500 V-Bucks, and theLeviathan Axe(plus built-in emote) costs1,000 V-Bucks.
Full God of War cosmetic V-Buck price list
Is the Kratos skin exclusive to PlayStation?
If you don’t play Fortnite on PlayStation but still enjoy a good playthrough of God of War, don’t worry.Kratos and other God of War cosmetics can be purchased on any systemwhen available in the Item Shop. Yes, even Xbox.
However, the Kratos skindoeshave an exclusive ‘Armored Kratos’ style that can only be earned by playing Fortnite on PS5. You can use this style on any platform once you’ve unlocked it, though.
While you’re waiting for that Item Shop refresh, get out there and practice your god-slaying skills bychallenging the original God of War himselfto earn anAspectand Mythic weapon.
Thomas Cunliffe
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