Master Chief Lands in Fortnite with Epic Crossover

Fortnite's Master Chief Returns: How to Grab the Legendary Spartan

The iconic Master Chief from the Halo franchise is back in the Fortnite Item Shop! But this legendary skin's appearance is a limited-time event, so don't miss your chance to add him to your locker. Last seen in June 2022, he's returned just in time for the holidays, offering players a chance to drop into battle as John-117.

This guide covers how to obtain Master Chief, including his stylish Matte Black variant, and details the cost of the various bundle options.

Acquiring Master Chief

Cost: 1,500 V-Bucks

As of December 23rd, 7 PM ET, Master Chief is available for purchase in the Fortnite Item Shop. Purchasing the Master Chief outfit grants you the character model with Halo Infinite armor and the complimentary Battle Legend Back Bling.

Beyond the base skin, you can expand your Spartan arsenal with the Master Chief Bundle or individual items:

The Master Chief Bundle includes the outfit, back bling, pickaxe, glider, and emote. All items are also sold separately.

Availability: The Master Chief skin will be available in the Fortnite Item Shop until December 30th, 7 PM ET. Don't delay!

Unlocking Matte Black Master Chief

Want the sleek Matte Black Master Chief style? Simply purchase the standard Master Chief outfit and then play a single Fortnite Battle Royale match on an Xbox Series X|S console. This will unlock the alternate style for your legendary Spartan. Previous limitations on unlocking this style have been lifted.