How to Get Hollow Knight Sidekick in Fortnite (October 2026) Complete Guide

The Knight is finally in Fortnite, and I’ve checked Epic’s roadmap plus the latest leaks to confirm how you get him. You buy the Hollow Knight sidekick in the Item Shop with V-Bucks starting October 7, then equip it from your Locker. It’s a sidekick, not a skin, so it gives no gameplay advantage. Here’s the quick breakdown:

When Does the Hollow Knight Sidekick Release?

Epic’s Fortnitemares roadmap lists Hollow Knight on October 7. The Item Shop resets at 8 PM ET, so many regions see it on October 8. Check your local time below:

Fortnitemares 2026 runs until November 1, so you have several weeks. Still, collab cosmetics rotate out, and Epic hasn’t announced a return, so I’d buy early.

What’s Included in the Hollow Knight Bundle?

Epic hasn’t published the full shop listing, so these details come from dataminers and Epic’s trailer. Treat prices as estimates until the shop updates.

My favorite detail is the bench emote, where you and The Knight sit together while music plays. Since everything here is leak-based, expect small changes at launch.

How to Get the Hollow Knight Sidekick in Fortnite?

1. Launch Fortnite and open the Item Shop after the reset.
2. Find the Hollow Knight collab section.
3. Select The Knight Sidekick, or the full bundle.
4. Press Purchase and confirm your V-Bucks payment.
5. Open your Locker, choose Sidekicks, and equip The Knight.
6. Drop into a match and he follows you automatically.

Low on V-Bucks? Top up before the reset so you don’t miss the launch.

How to Customize The Knight Sidekick?

Epic’s help page says you can customize a sidekick’s appearance only once, and not every sidekick supports it. Reports mention two styles for The Knight, including Shade, so choose carefully:

1. Go to Locker > Sidekicks and select The Knight.
2. Pick an appearance, then choose Next Step.
3. Hold Lock-In to confirm. It’s permanent.
4. Name your sidekick and select Finish Customization.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Checking too early: The listing appears at the reset, not at midnight local time. Use the time table above.
• Locking in by accident: Lock-In can’t be undone, so review the appearance first.
• Trusting skin claims: A few sites call this a skin. Epic’s own roadmap and trailer show a sidekick.
• Buying duplicates: Duplicate appearances aren’t allowed in your Locker, so each copy needs a unique look.
• Empty slot: If The Knight doesn’t appear, confirm he’s selected in the Locker’s Sidekick slot.

Pro Tips

• Earn extras: Equip The Knight before queueing. Sidekick Points come from playing with a sidekick equipped and can unlock bonus cosmetics when a sidekick has a quest track.
• Where it works: Sidekicks work in Battle Royale, Save the World, LEGO Fortnite, and developer islands that enable them. In Festival, yours stays backstage.
• No gameplay edge: Sidekicks don’t take damage or give an advantage, so buy for looks.
• Pair it with the Grub: The leaked Hallownest Grub Back Bling reacts to chests, knockdowns, and eliminations, so it complements The Knight nicely.
• Free alternative: Fortnitemares also offers Jimothy the raccoon sidekick for free. Extract any Dumpster Dive Sprite to unlock him.

Why Is Hollow Knight a Sidekick?

Sidekicks let Epic handle characters that don’t fit the standard outfit size. The Knight is tiny, so a playable skin would need a major redesign. Nothing beyond the sidekick is officially confirmed.

FAQs

Is the Hollow Knight sidekick a skin in Fortnite?

No. The Knight arrives as a sidekick, a companion that follows you, not a playable outfit.

How much does the Hollow Knight sidekick cost?

Epic hasn’t confirmed pricing. Estimates are 1,500 V-Bucks for the sidekick and about 1,600 for the bundle.

Will the sidekick return after Fortnitemares?

Epic hasn’t said. Buy it before the event ends on November 1 to be safe.

Can I use The Knight in LEGO Fortnite?

Yes. Epic confirms sidekicks work in LEGO Fortnite and Battle Royale.