The question of whether The Vampire Diaries is coming to Fortnite has been gaining traction on social media, with fans sharing concept videos and artwork imagining what a crossover between the popular supernatural drama and Epic Games’ battle royale could look like. However, as of February 2026, there is no official announcement, confirmed leak, or in-game file discovery pointing to a Fortnite x Vampire Diaries collaboration. Here is a full breakdown of where things stand.
To be clear upfront: Epic Games has not announced a Vampire Diaries collaboration. Warner Bros. Television, which owns the rights to The Vampire Diaries franchise, has also made no public statement about a Fortnite crossover. There are no credible datamined files, no trusted leaker reports, and no social media teasers from either company that point toward this collaboration being in development.
Any content circulating online that appears to show Vampire Diaries skins in Fortnite is either fan-made, AI-generated concept art, or community-created content inside Fortnite Creative mode, not an official game collaboration.
Where Did the Rumor Come From?
The buzz around a potential Fortnite x Vampire Diaries crossover largely originated from TikTok content creators who used AI tools to generate concept skins featuring characters such as Elena Gilbert, Damon Salvatore, and Bonnie Bennett dressed in Fortnite-style outfits. One video from a Fortnite content creator on TikTok accumulated tens of thousands of likes after showing what appeared to be a complete Vampire Diaries skin pack concept, complete with character names and item descriptions. The video itself carried a disclaimer that the content was AI-generated.
These types of fan concept videos are common in the Fortnite community, particularly around popular franchises that have not yet made their way into the game. They often go viral because fans are genuinely enthusiastic about the idea, not because a real collaboration has been announced.
It is also worth noting that a Fortnite Creative map titled “TVD Box PvP,” built by a community creator, does exist within the game. This map uses 16 character-inspired powers based on The Vampire Diaries characters, including abilities referencing Damon Salvatore, Klaus Mikaelson, and Elijah Mikaelson. This is a fan-made island created with Fortnite’s game-building tools and is not an official Epic Games collaboration with The Vampire Diaries franchise.
Fortnite’s Track Record with Supernatural TV Show Collabs
While The Vampire Diaries has not made it into Fortnite, the game has a well-established history of collaborating with supernatural and sci-fi television franchises. One of the most relevant examples is Stranger Things, the Netflix horror series that shares a similar supernatural drama audience.
Stranger Things first crossed over with Fortnite in July 2019 during Chapter 1, introducing the Chief Hopper and Demogorgon skins alongside a limited-time map event. The collaboration returned in 2023 with the addition of Eleven, and came back a third time in November 2025 to celebrate the fifth and final season of the show. The 2025 wave added five new skins including Vecna, Mike, Will, Lucas, and Dustin, along with a Stranger Things-themed Blitz Royale map.
Other television collaborations in Fortnite’s history include The Walking Dead, which brought Daryl Dixon and Michonne into the game as playable skins, as well as Rick and Morty, which introduced Rick Sanchez to the battle royale. Squid Game content has also been made available through Fortnite’s Unreal Editor for Fortnite (UEFN) platform.
This track record shows that Fortnite is absolutely open to TV show crossovers, and supernatural or horror-adjacent franchises have found a comfortable home in the game. It is not a stretch to say The Vampire Diaries would fit thematically within Fortnite’s existing collab catalog, particularly around seasonal events like Fortnitemares, the game’s annual Halloween celebration.
Why a Vampire Diaries Collab Could Make Sense
While nothing has been confirmed, it is worth looking at the factors that would make a Fortnite x Vampire Diaries collaboration a logical fit.
The Vampire Diaries ran for eight seasons on The CW from 2009 to 2017 and remains one of the most-watched supernatural drama series on Netflix. Its spinoff, The Originals, extended the universe through 2018, and a third spinoff, Legacies, concluded in 2022. The franchise maintains a large and active fan base globally, many of whom overlap with Fortnite’s player demographic.
Fortnite has shown that it targets franchises with strong streaming presences and loyal fanbases. The Vampire Diaries ticks both of those boxes. Its entire run is currently available on Netflix and other streaming services, keeping it in circulation for both returning fans and new viewers. The show’s characters, particularly Damon Salvatore and Elena Gilbert, remain widely recognized pop culture figures, which is exactly the kind of brand recognition that has driven successful Fortnite collaborations in the past.
Fortnitemares, which takes place every October, would be the most natural timing for such a collaboration given the vampire and supernatural themes of the show. Epic Games has used Fortnitemares to introduce horror and supernatural crossovers including Jason Voorhees from Friday the 13th, Leatherface, Billy the Puppet from Saw, and Michael Myers, all of which fit within a similar genre space to The Vampire Diaries.
What Leaked Collabs Are Actually Confirmed for Fortnite?
To give context around what has actually been confirmed or credibly leaked for Fortnite going forward, Demon Slayer has been referenced in multiple leak reports tied to Chapter 6 and beyond, appearing in datamined files across several updates. A Fortnite x Bleach collaboration was officially teased by Epic Games in December 2025, with a short teaser trailer referencing Ichigo Kurosaki’s iconic sword. These represent real, substantiated crossovers with evidence behind them.
The Vampire Diaries does not currently appear on any of those lists from trusted dataminers or leakers. That does not rule it out, but it does mean any specific claim that the collab is happening should be treated with skepticism until official information is available.
Community Interest Is High
Despite the lack of any official news, community enthusiasm for a Vampire Diaries and Fortnite crossover is genuine and growing. Fan comments, social posts, and concept videos have accumulated hundreds of thousands of likes across TikTok and Instagram, suggesting the demand is real. In the Fortnite community, that kind of grassroots interest has occasionally preceded real announcements, though it is no guarantee of one.
The most popular fan requests center around skins for Damon Salvatore, Elena Gilbert, Bonnie Bennett, Stefan Salvatore, and Klaus Mikaelson. Fans have also proposed vampire-themed game mechanics that would align well with limited-time seasonal modes.
What to Do If You Want This Collab to Happen
Fortnite players who want to see The Vampire Diaries in the game have a few options. The most direct way to register interest is through Epic Games’ official feedback channels and social media pages. Fortnite has a long history of listening to community demand when it comes to future collaborations, though the decision ultimately depends on licensing agreements, timing, and studio partnerships.
Following official channels such as the Epic Games website, the Fortnite Twitter account, and the Fortnite News page is the most reliable way to stay updated on any future announcements. Until an official announcement is made, any claim that The Vampire Diaries is confirmed for Fortnite should be treated as speculation.
As of February 2026, The Vampire Diaries is not coming to Fortnite in any confirmed or officially announced capacity. The content that has gone viral on social media is AI-generated fan art and community-made Creative maps, not official Epic Games content. However, Fortnite’s strong history with supernatural TV show collaborations and the franchise’s continued popularity on streaming platforms mean this type of crossover is not out of the question for the future. Keep an eye on Epic Games’ official channels for any updates.