The chaos has officially arrived. Epic Games has launched the highly anticipated Fortnite South Park collab, bringing the irreverent world of Colorado's most famous fourth graders to the Island. Titled 'Born in Chaos,' this massive crossover event officially kicked off today, January 9, 2026, and completely transforms the gameplay meta with mythic items, a new squad size, and the massive Cartmanland point of interest. Whether you are looking to unlock the new rewards or dominate the lobby with the Stick of Truth, here is everything you need to know about the update.
Born in Chaos Event: Dates and Details
The Born in Chaos event is live now and is scheduled to run through Thursday, February 5, 2026. Part of Chapter 7, Season 1, this limited-time takeover introduces a dedicated tab in the lobby featuring a free mini-pass. Unlike previous mini-passes that required a paid upgrade for the top-tier skins, Epic Games has made the 'Born in Chaos' pass completely free for all players.
By completing event-specific quests—such as visiting Cartmanland or dealing damage with Cheesy Poofs—players can unlock 13 unique rewards. Highlights include the Cheesy Poofs Rocketship Emote, the Terrance and Phillip Pickaxe, and the ultimate reward for finishing the pass: the massive Imaginationland Airship Glider.
How to Get Cartman Skin in Fortnite
One of the biggest questions players have is how to get the Cartman skin in Fortnite. Unlike the free mini-pass rewards, the main character outfits are available exclusively in the Item Shop. Due to the unique proportions of the South Park characters, Epic has designed them wearing 'Mech Suits' to fit the standard Fortnite hitboxes without compromising competitive integrity.
You can purchase the Eric Cartman, Stan Marsh, Kyle Broflovski, and Kenny McCormick outfits for 1,500 V-Bucks each. Butters is also available, specifically in his 'Professor Chaos' alter-ego form. For those who want the full squad, a discounted bundle is available. Additionally, players can pick up Towelie, who functions as a reactive Sidekick Back Bling that interacts with your gameplay.
Fortnite Cartmanland Location and Map Changes
The map has received a significant update with the arrival of the Fortnite Cartmanland location. Replacing the former 'Wonkeeland' POI in the northwest corner of the map, Cartmanland is a chaotic theme park filled with rideable attractions and high-tier loot.
Players dropping here can explore iconic spots like Pi Pi's Splash Town and the nausea-inducing Chaos Blast ride. Be warned: this area is currently a hot drop, with dozens of players fighting to secure the new mythic items that spawn exclusively within the park's gates.
Stick of Truth and New Gameplay Items
The crossover introduces game-changing items that are shaking up the competitive meta. The most powerful addition is the Stick of Truth Fortnite item. This Mythic artifact allows the holder to control the Storm's movement for a single phase, forcing opponents into uncomfortable positions or saving your squad from a bad rotation.
Other new items include:
- Cheesy Poofs: A versatile consumable that restores health when eaten, heals allies when thrown, or deals minor damage to enemies.
- Kenny's Respawn Token: A rare utility item that grants a one-time automatic reboot immediately after elimination, referencing Kenny's inability to stay dead.
New 'Quints' Mode: 5-Player Squads
Perhaps the most surprising addition is the new 'Quints' playlist. Acknowledging that every friend group has a 'Butters' who gets left out of standard four-player squads, Epic has introduced 5-player teams for the duration of the event. This limited-time mode is available in both Battle Royale and Zero Build, allowing larger groups to stack up and coordinate chaotic strategies using the new South Park items.
With Fortnite January 2026 rewards on the line and the Storm under your control, the Born in Chaos event promises to be one of the most memorable starts to a year in Fortnite history. Drop into Cartmanland today and respect its authority before the event ends in February.
