Epic Games announces the next DC crossover in Fortnite through the “Hot Bat Summer” event, arriving with the v41.20 update. The event adds summer-themed cosmetic skins based on several DC characters, including Batman-associated figures such as Batman’s allies and rivals: Poison Ivy, Harley Quinn, and Catwoman. The skins are presented as beach or swimsuit designs. Multiple outlets report that the event begins on July 16, 2026, and the skins become available as part of that rollout.
In addition to the character skins, the event includes other crossover items. Times of India reports that players can obtain a Batman-themed Sprite and a Dune Buggy Batmobile. The same source says special event quests are available and can reward players with experience points and potential free rewards.
Polygon and Vice focus on the reveal of the swimsuit-style character cosmetics and describe the collaboration as involving DC characters entering Fortnite during the Hot Bat Summer period. Across sources, the key details center on the event timing, the participating characters, and the presence of additional Batman-related items tied to the event.
