Fortnite drops cryptic phone number teasing Squid Game crossover release
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Epic Games has once again proven that when it comes to unconventional teasers, Fortnite is in a league of its own. This time, the buzz surrounds a cryptic teaser for its upcoming Squid Game crossover - one that involves a phone number, an eerie audio message, and a clever nod to the Netflix hit's iconic invitation system.
On June 11, Fortnite's official account replied to a tweet by renowned leaker @HYPEX with an image showing a card featuring the Llama logo and a number: 121334 81760. Fans quickly noticed the similarity to the Squid Game invitation cards from the series. But instead of releasing a typical trailer, Epic encouraged users to call the number - leading to a static-filled, 30-second audio clip.
— Fortnite (@Fortnite)
The sound may have seemed like meaningless noise at first, but dedicated fans quickly uncovered its secret.
When the audio was run through a visualizer, it revealed the hidden message: 'Red Greens, Square Meals, Affluent Arrivals, June 27.'
June 27 confirmed as crossover launch date
The visual clue all but confirms that the Squid Game skins or characters will be released on June 27, coinciding with the start of Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 3. The crossover had already been teased by Fortnite Korea, and now, with this message decoded, fans have a date to mark on their calendars.
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While Epic hasn't officially confirmed what the collaboration will include, players are speculating about everything from character skins to interactive UEFN (Unreal Editor for Fortnite) content inspired by the show's deadly games. There are even rumors of possible NPCs or in-game events tied to Squid Game's high-stakes challenges.
The teaser sparked a flurry of reactions online. Some fans applauded Epic's creative approach—'Fortnite W after W. Gonna be wild running around as Squid Game characters 😂,' one user tweeted. Others questioned the timing, with one post asking, 'Who still watches Squid Game?'
Despite a few raised eyebrows, the overall sentiment leans toward excitement. Many players praised Epic's use of audio decoding as a clever tribute to the show's mysterious tone. 'Lock in 🦑,' wrote one fan, while another declared, 'Definitely buying these instantly!'
Meanwhile, discussions are already heating up on whether the collaboration will include playable skins, game modes, or UEFN-exclusive content.
Some players are hoping for fully immersive mini-games inspired by the series' tense challenges, while others are simply eager to customize their avatars with the iconic red jumpsuits and masks.
As the June 27 launch date approaches, one thing is clear - whether players are longtime fans of the Netflix series or simply intrigued by Fortnite's evolving metaverse, the build-up is already generating strong buzz. Epic's bold, cryptic campaign has once again blurred the lines between game and cultural phenomenon, and all eyes are now on what the next reveal might hold.
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