Fortnite & Disney: D23 Expo to Host Live Event Reveal

Get ready for a massive crossover! Disney's annual D23 fan event is set to host a live Fortnite event on Saturday, 10 August, revealing exciting collaborations between the two entertainment giants.

Back in February, Disney CEO Bob Iger announced a significant investment of over £800 million in Epic Games, the developers behind Fortnite. This marked Disney's "biggest foray into the game space ever," as Iger stated, promising "a multitude of opportunities for consumers to play, watch, shop and engage with content, characters and stories from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, Avatar and more."

The D23 panel will be hosted live by Josh D'Amaro, Disney's Parks, Experiences and Products chairman, alongside some mysterious special guests. Their identities are being kept under wraps for now, adding to the anticipation of the event.

When can you catch the Fortnite live event?

The D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event will showcase the Fortnite and Disney collaborations live from the Horizons: Disney Experiences Showcase. The event will stream exclusively in Fortnite on Saturday, 10 August, at 7:30 pm Arizona Time (1:30 am BST).

What's the mysterious countdown for?

Many Fortnite players have been puzzled by a countdown appearing on the game's island, as Chapter 5 Season 3 draws to a close. With the D23 live event announcing a special collaboration, it's likely that this countdown is leading up to the grand reveal, which will take place exclusively in Fortnite on 10 August.

Don't worry if you miss the live event – the stream will be available on loop until 16 August, giving you plenty of time to catch the big announcements.

This partnership between Disney and Epic Games is poised to be a game-changer, bringing together the magical worlds of Disney and the popular battle royale game, Fortnite. Stay tuned for exciting reveals and a new level of immersive entertainment!