Fortnite has a seemingly endless amount of skins to choose from making it difficult to sometimes decide which is the best skin. We’ve compiled a list to decide which are the best skins in Fortnite since in debut in 2017.
Being able to choose from a variety of Fortnite skins is one of the most exciting parts of playing the game. Its cosmetics are what keep people coming back to the game. And with many collaborations from big names like Marvel and DC teaming up with Epic Games, there is no shortage of cool and interesting skins to choose from.
Skins won’t grant you any advantages in the fight but they do help you look good. They’re practically bragging rights towards other players allowing you to show off your collection.
We’ve gone back and scouted out some of the best skins ever made in Fortnite. This list will contain our pick of the top best skins in Fortnite and how to get them.
Top 25 Best Fortnite Skins
#1 – Midas skin
Stylish, professional, and classy, the Midas skin is the true pillar of debonair. Named after the folktale of the king whose touch turned everything into gold, the Midas skin more than lives up to its name. Just about everything on the skin embraces the high class.
This skin was so popular for many seasons in a row that there have been rumors circulating online that a female version of the Midas skin might soon follow.
How to Unlock the Midas skin in Fortnite
You have to reach Level 100 of the Chapter 2 Season 2 Fortnite Battle Pass to earn the Midas skin as a reward. Unfortunately, this skin isn’t available on the V-Bucks store for the moment but Epic might bring him back should you keep an eye out. It isn’t available at the V-Bucks store as of yet but may make a rotation.
#2 – The Mandalorian skin
The Mandalorian armor is every bit as good as it should be and Epic definitely did this Star Wars fan favorite the justice it deserves. Just look at that shine and tell us you don’t want this for yourself. This is the ultimate skin for the apex predators of the game.
How to Unlock The Mandalorian skin in Fortnite
Purchase the Chapter 2 Season 4 Battle Pass to get The Mandalorian skin. You can automatically redeem it as it is earned at Level 1 of the Battle Pass.
#3 – John Wick skin
Men like John Wick always carry a certain charm to them. The allure of debonair and dangerous is a charismatic combination and befitting of that from a professional killer. The John Wick skin is an awesome pick for those who want to be last man standing.
How to Unlock the John Wick skin in Fortnite
You can purchase the John Wick skin using V-Bucks when it becomes available in the Item Store. It is expected to make a rotation to the store ever 166 days and it could be there any time now.
#4 – Boba Fett skin
Boba Fett is the iconic bounty hunter from Star Wars predating the recent popularity of the Mandalorian himself. This skin has everything a space bounty hunter could need with Boba Fett once again reclaiming his Mandalorian armor after surviving the Sarlac pit on Tatooine.
How to Unlock the Boba Fett skin in Fortnite
You can purchase the Boba Fett skin using V-Bucks when it’s available in the Item Shop. It usually comes in a bundle including the Boba Fett Starship Glider, Targeting Computer Online Remote, and Gaffi Stick Pickaxe.
#5 – Harley Quinn skin
Harley Quinn’s popularity has skyrocketed in the past decade ever since she’s left the hands of the Joker to form her own story. And Epic Games definitely caught on to the hype and made this skin for the fans. The Harley Quinn skin is so popular that it can be rare to play a full match and not encounter someone wearing it.
There are two varieties of the Harley Quinn skin inspired by the Suicide Squad and Birds of Prey movies.
How to Unlock the Harley Quinn skin in Fortnite
You can purchase the Harley Quinn Skin with V-Bucks when it is available in the Item Shop.
You’ll have to complete challenges in order to unlock the alternate version of the skin called “Always Fantabulous.” It is a version with a shorter pigtailed Harley Quinn in a white shirt. Check the requirements to earn the skin:
- Deal damage with Pickaxes to opponents (0/100)
- Hit weak points (0/100)
- Place top 10 in Solos, Duos, and Squads (0/1)
- Place top 20 in Solos, Duos, and Squads (0/1)
- Place top 30 in Solos, Duos, and Squads (0/1)
#6 – Spider-Man skin
Spider-Man was a welcome addition to the roster of skins available to Fortnite. Many have been wanting to get the skin for months, especially after the popularity of the recent Spider-Man movies which had many wanting to put on this superhero’s legacy. This skin is particularly based on the Tom Holland’s Spider-Man: No Way Home.
The Spider-Man’s skin debut also included his mythic Web-shooters which players can acquire and use to swing around the map.
How to Unlock the Spider-Man skin in Fortnite
You can purchase the Spider-Man skin using V-Bucks from the Item Shop when it is available. It was around 1,500 V-Bucks when it was on sale. The Spider-Man skin will make a rotation back again to the store, but there are no clear speculations yet when it will come back.
#7 – Deadpool skin
The unpredictable nature of Deadpool and his ability to pull items out of nowhere is strangely befitting of the Fortnite universe. With a lot of Marvel character’s inclusion into the game, it wasn’t a surprise to see everyone’s favorite fourth wall breaker also get included into the game. Chimichanga your way to victory with one of the wackiest character’s in existence.
How to Unlock the Deadpool skin in Fortnite
Purchase the Chapter 2 Season 2 Battle Pass and level it up to obtain the Deadpool skin. There is a list of challenges included in the Battle Pass that ties into the Deadpool lore which are pretty fun to do. Our favorite merc with a mouth has written a letter to Epic demanding to be included and the rest is history.
#8 – Catalyst skin
Catalyst is a mysterious woman hiding behind a fox mask with some pretty cool powers. While she isn’t a famous character like many of the skins listed here, Catalyst is still pretty cool to play as. Her design seems to be tied to Japanese roots which is a homage to ninjas.
The Catalyst skin has different variations and you’ll unlock them as you progress through the Battle Pass.
How to Unlock the Catalyst skin in Fortnite
Purchase the Season 10 Battle Pass to automatically get the Catalyst skin at Tier 1. At the moment, it is no longer available but like many of the skins can make a rotation to the V-Bucks store.
#9 – Master Chief skin
Master Chief is an iconic video game character everybody knows. This gaming icon has come to the Fortnite universe in all his Spartan glory. You get the legendary Spartan armor and the man underneath. Can you live up to the legend?
How to Unlock the Master Chief skin in Fortnite
The Master Chief skin can be purchased with V-Bucks when it’s available on the Items Shop. It is expected to make a return any day now.
#10 – Daryl Dixon skin
Daryl Dixon is one of the most popular characters in the Walking Dead. His popularity is the reason why he’s survived the franchise for so long despite it killing off its main characters. His Fortnite skin looks amazing and very detailed, suited for someone who’s had to survive under harsh conditions.
How to Unlock the Daryl Dixon skin in Fortnite
Purchase the Daryl Dixon skin using V-Bucks when it’s available on the Item Shop. This skin originally was bundled with Michonne and Rick Grimes for 1,800 V-Bucks when it was on sale. There are two variations of the iconic Daryl Dixon and Desperado Daryl.
#11 – Rick Grimes skin
The Rick Grimes skin certainly does the Walking Dead some justice. It looks clean and well-kept despite having survived a zombie apocalypse. It’s a cool-looking skin to be using around Fortnite and its gruff exterior makes it no stranger to combat.
How to Unlock the Rick Grimes skin in Fortnite
You can purchase the Rick Grimes skin in the Item Shop using V-Bucks when it’s available. It regularly rotates in and out of stock so it could be coming back any day now. Last it was on sale for 1,500 V-Bucks.
#12 – Raven skin
Raven has been featured as the poster boy for multiple official artworks for good reason. It just looks so badass! The black hooded cloak and the glowing purple eyes make for a mysterious combination that looks good to play as.
How to Unlock the Raven skin in Fortnite
The Raven skin can be purchased with V-Bucks from the Item Shop. It was last available for 2,000 V-Bucks.
#13 – Demogorgon skin
The Demogorgon is a fearsome skin that it feels like it’s suited for Halloween. Hailing from the Upside Down in the Stranger Things universe, this Demogorgon has an eerie flower-like head design with fangs on where its petals should be. It’s a monstrous hunter from another world and the perfect killer to be included in a battle royale.
How to Unlock the Demogorgon skin in Fortnite
You can purchase the Demogorgon skin from Item Store for 1,200 V-Bucks. It normally makes a rotation to the Item Shop so be sure to come back often and check.
#14 – Double Agent Hush skin
Double Agent Hush certainly fits the part of a deadly enigmatic female spy. She looks calculated, intelligent, and deadly which makes her a noticeable fit in one of the darker elements of the Fortnite universe. If you like to hide in the shadows to prey on your enemies before striking, then the Double Agent Hush skin is the perfect outfit.
How to Unlock the Double Agent Hush skin in Fortnite
Purchase the Fortnite Double Agent Bundle with V-Bucks in the Item Shop to get the Double Agent Hush skin. This bundle was last seen on July 19, 2020 and still has no announcement when it will come back to the cosmetics item shop.
#15 – Armored Batman Zero skin
Batman has always been one of the more popular superheroes so it isn’t a surprise that DC included him in the Fortnite universe. Now while Batman never kills he does allow himself to use weapons to take out the competition in this battle royale. So make of what you will to those he eliminates.
There are multiple versions of Batman skins in Fortnite, but Armored Batman Zero is clearly the coolest looking.
How to Unlock Armored Batman Zero skin in Fortnite
You can purchase the Armored Batman Zero skin in the Item Shop using V-Bucks. It last cost around 1,500 V-Bucks and was a part of the Batman: Zero Point set added to Chapter 2 Season 7.
#16 – Joker skin
The Joker makes his way to the Fortnite universe bringing along his destructive habits into the fold. There are plenty of Marvel characters in Fortnite already, and Joker is a much-welcome addition to the fold. The archnemesis of Batman is certainly a perfect fit for the destruction in any battle royale game.
How to Unlock the Joker skin in Fortnite
Purchase The Last Laugh Bundle with V-Bucks in the Item Shop to acquire the Joker skin. The bundle is pretty pricey and can cost you quite a bit. He doesn’t come alone either as Poison Ivy and Midas Rex is also included in the bundle.
#17 – Chun-Li skin
Chun-Li is one of the most renowned fictional female martial artists in gaming. Even though she’s more used to using her legs in combat, Chun-Li is just as capable of using any weapons in the game as anyone else. Prove that you’re the strongest fighter and defeat everyone in the battle royale.
How to Unlock the Chun-Li skin in Fortnite
Purchase the Street Fighter set from the V-Bucks store to get the Chun-Li skin. It was last available during Chapter 2 Season Season 5 for 1,600 V-Bucks. The Chun-Li cosmetic does make a continuous return every 68 days so it’s most likely to be coming back to the item shop any time now.
#18 – Black Knight skin
Black Knight is one of the older skins on this list available from Season 2 all the way back in 2017. Still, it looks good, detailed, and intimidating for an early skin and is a sign that you’ve been playing the game for a long while now. Due to its age, it’s one of the rarest skins around and can give off the impression that you’re a veteran.
How to Unlock the Black Knight skin in Fortnite
You have to level up the Fortnite Season 2 Battle Pass to Level 70. This skin was a legendary outfit that was part of the Fort Knights set and there’s no announcement if it’s expected to return to the V-Bucks store any time soon.
#19 – Ghost Rider skin
The Ghost Rider skin is a double-edged sword. On one hand, it looks amazing on the other hand it also makes you stand out. That flaming skull kind of gives away your location easier than most. Sorry but no hiding in bushes this time around. Still, there are little things cooler than a flaming skeleton in a leather jacket.
How to Unlock the Ghost Rider skin in Fortnite
Purchase the Ghost Rider skin with V-Bucks in the Item Shop when it is available. On average, this skin returns every 92 days so you can frequently come back and check. The Ghost Rider skin was last available for 1,500 V-Bucks and is predicted to be coming back any day now.
#20 – Venom skin
Venom is an amazing skin as it stays true to the movie it was based on. It’s also pretty special as it has a function that allows it to transform back to Eddie Brock using an emote should you own both skins. Initially, the Venom skin was too bulky causing some problems with people aiming over-the-shoulder but Epic Games have finally fixed that and brought this epic Marvel villain to the Fortnite universe.
How to Unlock the Venom skin in Fortnite
The Venom skin can be purchased with V-Bucks on the Item Shop when it’s available. This skin regularly makes a comeback every 59 days so it could be making a comeback any day now. It was last priced around 2,000 V-Bucks with a bundle that includes Eddie Brock to be at 2,800 V-Bucks.
#21 – Jinx skin
The Arcane version of Jinx has been released for Fortnite after the massive popularity of the Netflix Arcane. And considering her personality, she isn’t out of place in this battle royale. If you like blowing things up, you may just enjoy using the Jinx skin. And this skin is actually pretty accurate to series.
How to Unlock the Jinx skin in Fortnite
You can purchase the Jinx skin at the Item Shop using V-Bucks. It was first added to the cosmetics store during Chapter 2 Season 8 and was priced at around 1,500 V-Bucks. The cosmetics regularly make a rotation so this skin may be back sometime soon.
#22 – Black Widow skin
Black Widow is ready to kill and she looks as gorgeous as ever. This former Soviet agent turned Avengers brings herself into the Fortnite universe to participate in the deadly battle royale sport. And Black Widow brought a pretty cool spy outfit to boot.
How to Unlock the Black Widow skin in Fortnite
The Black Widow skin can be purchased with V-Bucks when it’s in the Item Shop. It has been a while since she has been seen making her a rather rare skin to have. She was added on Chapter 1 Season 8 which was a good while back and costs around 1,500 V-Bucks when on sale.
#23 – Deadfire skin
Deadfire is an incredibly stylish cowboy. This makes him rather ideal for those who want to become a gunslinger in Fortnite. He even has a unique gimmick as his skin transforms into a “reactive” style as you damage and outlive your opponents.
How to Unlock the Deadfire skin in Fortnite
You can purchase the Deadfire skin using V-Bucks when it’s available in the Item Shop. He frequently makes an appearance at the cosmetics store and it last costs around 2,000 V-Bucks to purchase the skin.
#24 – The Foundation skin
The Foundation is a critical part of the Fortnite lore and is the leader of The Seven. He’s played by Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson which automatically makes him a notable character. That intimidating skin looks like it came straight out of a sci-fi film and looks cool to wear.
How to Unlock the Foundation skin in Fortnite
You have to purchase the Season 19 Battle Pass and level it up to acquire The Foundation Skin. At the moment The Foundation has not made a return to the Item Shop so we may have to wait a while.
#25 – Fusion skin
Fusion is a cool skin to have. There’s something about hooded figures in intimidating masks that makes them awesome to play as. You feel like a badass while roaming the battle royale like a mysterious enigma. Sure, there are plenty of hooded skins in Fortnite, but Fusion just stands out due to how simple yet cool the design looks.
How to Get the Fusion skin in Fortnite
You have to level up the Season 11 Battle Pass all the way to Level 100 to unlock the Fusion skin. This skin hasn’t made an appearance on the Item Shop for now so it’s anyone’s guess when Fusion will return.
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Crowbar
The Crowbar is a great skin for your harvesting tool. Just don’t tell Jason Todd that. While we don’t have an official Red Hood skin just yet, we do have the iconic weapon that killed him. That’s not a reason to love it of course, but who knows, if you keep hitting someone with it enough we may eventually get the Red Hood skin announced.
How to Unlock The Crowbar in Fortnite
You can purchase the Crowbar from the Items Store using V-Bucks. It is part of the Getaway Gang set and may come as a bundle. The Crowbar was added to the game in Chapter 1 Season 5.
Reaper
The Reaper is a menacing tool for those who mean business. It’s normally associated with the Grim Reaper and what better way to harvest lives than with the Reaper skin? Show people, you’re something to be feared as you approach them with your harvesting tool.
How to Unlock The Reaper in Fortnite
You can purchase The Reaper from the Item Shop using V-Bucks. It usually comes back every 204 days and the last time it was listed it sold for 800 V-Bucks.
Leviathan Axe
You may recognize the Leviathan Axe from God of War. Unfortunately, you cannot simply throw this axe around like Kratos in this battle royale. Still it is a pretty awesome skin for your harvesting tool that replicates the Leviathan Axe accurately.
How to Unlock the Leviathan Axe in Fortnite
You can purchase the Leviathan Axe from the Item Shop with V-Bucks when it’s listed. It hasn’t been in the store for a while making it a rare skin. The Leviathan Axe was last sold for 1,000 V-Bucks.
Harley Hitter
The Harley Hitter is a well-detailed skin for your harvesting tool. Just look at those inscriptions on the bat. It’s a perfect melee weapon to wield for those wanting to whack someone in the face.
How to Unlock the Harley Hitter in Fortnite
You have to purchase the Harley Hitter skin in the Item Shop when it’s available using V-Bucks. The Harley Hitter was last sold for 800 V-Bucks.
Axe of Champions
The Axe of Champions is truly a crowning achievement for any player. Only one can hold it at a time and it changes hands. Wielding this skin for your harvesting tool shows that you’re truly one of the best. It has a very high requirement in order to get though.
How to Unlock the Axe of Champions in Fortnite
You have to become the FNCS Champion to wield the Axe of Champions. You won’t be able to hold onto it forever as it will change hands to the next FNCS Champion and you’ll have to fight for the crown.
Candy Axe
The Candy Axe is incredibly popular and is a pretty sought after skin especially during the holidays. Its exotic design makes it rather attractive. This harvesting tool does more than spread the holiday cheer as you go around eliminating the competition with it.
How to Unlock the Candy Axe in Fortnite
The Candy Axe can be unlocked by purchasing it with V-Bucks in the Item Store when it’s available. It frequently makes a return every 178 days and it was last sold for 1,500 V-Bucks.
Adamantium Claws
The Adamantium Claws are the signature weapons of Wolverine. Their razor sharp blades are intimidating to look at and people will certainly know to stay away from you when they see you approaching with them. They can also do a unique melee animation since you’re technically not wielding a pickaxe.
How to Unlock the Adamantium Claws in Fortnite
You have to purchase and level up the Chapter 2 Season 4 Battle Pass to get the Adamantium Claws. Unfortunately, Season 14 is no longer available and we have to wait for an announcement when we’re able to next earn this skin.
Combat Knife
The Combat Knife is a simple design but it gets the job done. It’s a perfect fit for those wanting to go deep into the action without being too flashy. It’s short but it sends the message that you’re not playing around.
How to Unlock the Combat Knife in Fortnite
You have to purchase the Future War set in the Item Shop when it’s available to unlock the Combat Knife. This set was added during Chapter 2 Season 5 and included the T-800 and Sarah Connor skins as well as a new emote and Back Bling.
Star Wand
The Star Wand is a fun little skin for those who like to spread joy while whacking people on their heads. Its design is pretty peculiar and an odd one for a melee weapon. The smiling star face is its most notable feature and wouldn’t look too out of place from a magical girl show.
How to Unlock the Star Wand in Fortnite
Purchase the Star Wand from the Item Shop using V-Bucks when it’s available. It usually rotates every 25 days so it’s back quite often. The Star Wand last sold for 800 V-Bucks when it was listed.
Ol’ Chopper
The Ol’ Chopper is a fire axe with a pretty simple design. Unlike many other skins, it doesn’t have any special or noteworthy aesthetic. But it is still really good to look at and feels great to wield. Just don’t go chopping down doors yelling “Here’s Johnny!”
How to Unlock the Ol’ Chopper in Fortnite
You can purchase the Ol’ Chopper from the Item Shop using V-Bucks when it’s available. It was added on Chapter 2 Season 5. The Ol’ Chopper sold for 500 V-Bucks when it was listed.
Driver
The Driver is a golf club but you won’t be hitting any golf balls with it. While Fortnite isn’t a sports game, this skin stands out more because of it. The Driver has a pretty slick design while keeping it all simple.
How to Unlock the Driver in Fortnite
The Driver can be unlocked by going to the Item Shop and purchasing it using V-Bucks. This skin comes back pretty frequently every 31 days on average and is expected to be here any day now. The Driver was on sale for 500 V-Bucks last time it was listed.
Hulk Smashers
Hulk Smashers represent a more blunt approach as a harvesting tool skin. You can punch rocks and people so hard they break. There are two variations of the Hulk Smashers with the standard green Hulk Smashers and the Hulkbuster Style Hulk Smashers that looked like it was designed by Iron Man.
How to Unlock the Hulk Smashers in Fortnite
The Hulk Smashers can be purchased with V-Bucks on the Item Store when it’s available. It rotates into the list every 86 days and is expected to return to the Item Shop any day now. The Hulk Smashers sold for 1,200 V-Bucks when it was listed.
It was initially free for those who participated in the Marvel’s Avengers beta and completing HARM challenges with their PlayStation or Xbox account linked to Epic Games.
Omni Sword
The Omni Sword has a very futuristic design with glowing plasma where its blades should be. Now here is a sword that looks intimidating. The Omni Sword has a complex design that is noteworthy. Just look at that hand guard which is normally designed for protecting your hand from attacks. While you don’t need it here, it’s a pretty nice a nice addition in terms of aesthetics.
How to Unlock the Omni Sword in Fortnite
You have to purchase the Season 20 Battle Pass and unlock the Omni Sword on Page 1 for 7 Battle Stars. It can be earned fairly early on in the Battle Pass progression.
And those are our top picks for the best Fortnite skins in the game. Some of these skins may have already gone past their respective seasons where they’re available but they may make a return some time into the future.
Cosmetic items normally have a rotation period when they’re available in the Fortnite Item Shop. So many can be unlocked after a waiting period. Those only available for Battle Passes are a bit more difficult to predict but they can make a return.