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Kai Cenat Fortnite Icon Series skin leak shocks fans with Sphere reveal & Mercedes collab
Kai Cenat has once again stunned the Fortnite community with a bold 'self-leak' of his upcoming Icon Series skin. On 17 August, the streaming sensation teased the announcement via X, prompting Epic Games to verify the collab with a cheeky 'Leaked' response. His Icon Series skin was then showcased in spectacular fashion on the Las Vegas Sphere, unveiling inclusive cosmetics like back bling, a thematic pickaxe, emote, and even a Mercedes AMG crossover item.
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Scheduled for release on 12 September, this bundle marks a significant moment for creator-driven collaborations in Fortnite. Read on for confirmed details about the bundle, reveal strategy, community response, and how this launch reshapes in-game partnerships.
Where and how the leak unfolded?
Kai Cenat posted on X: 'Huge announcement + Fortnite Icon Series reveal tomorrow at 8:30 PM PST / 11:30 PM EST.' Fortnite replied with a single-word retweet: 'Leaked.' This direct approach bypassed dataminers and injected authenticity into the announcement. The next day, the unveiling took place via a video display on the Las Vegas Sphere, cementing the collaboration in an unforgettable public spectacle.
What the reveal included?
The bundle confirmed during the Sphere event includes:
Kai Cenat's detailed Icon Series skin
Hamster-themed back bling with AMP branding
A themed pickaxe
Signature emote
A Mercedes AMG-themed crossover cosmetic or vehicle element.
The skin's release date is set for 12 September.
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Community reaction and controversy
Though fans celebrated Kai's inclusion in the Icon Series, reaction was mixed. Some were thrilled by his leap to mainstream gaming culture, while others felt longtime creators like iShowSpeed were overlooked.
Additionally, backlash emerged over alleged past behaviour, with critics accusing Cenat of homophobic and transphobic remarks.
Release details and how to get the bundle?
The bundle is scheduled to drop in the Fortnite Item Shop on 12 September 2025. As with previous Icon Series drops, expect cosmetic tiers priced between 1,500–2,000 V-Bucks for full sets, and lower for individual items.
Epic has not yet confirmed pricing, but players can anticipate challenges or promotional tie-ins as seen in past collabs.
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Why this leak matters for gaming collaborations
Kai's self-leak and Sphere reveal highlight a power shift—content creators are now driving announcement value. Epic's playful embrace underscores a branding strategy anchored in creator culture. The inclusion of a high-end brand like Mercedes AMG signals Fortnite's willingness to blend gaming with lifestyle branding.
This launch sets a high bar for future creator collabs, expanding gaming's influence beyond digital screens.
Kai Cenat's Fortnite Icon Series leak stands as one of the boldest creator reveals ever, blending innovation, spectacle, and controversy in one. Scheduled for September release, this bundle promises to be a pop-culture event as much as a gaming moment.
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