Fortnite keeps adding games to its Gaming Legends series, and the latest one is a surprise that nobody really expected. Epic Games has officially brought Dave the Diver into Fortnite. Yes, that relaxing, funny indie game where you dive into the ocean during the day and run a sushi restaurant at night. That Dave.
And the best part? You can get the skin completely free. Let me explain how.
What Even Is Dave the Diver?
For those who haven’t played it, Dave the Diver is an indie game made by a studio called MintRocket. The main character is Dave a chubby, lovable diver who spends his days exploring the ocean and his evenings managing a sushi restaurant using the fish he catches.
Sounds like a weird combination, and it is, honestly. But the game is a massive hit, because it’s charming, funny, and surprisingly deep (pun not intended). It won a tonne of awards and built up a massive fanbase across the globe.
Now Dave is stepping out of the ocean and into the Fortnite island. Pretty wild crossover, if you ask me.
What’s Included in the Collab?
This isn’t a massive bundle with ten items. It’s a clean, simple two-piece set based on the main character:
- Dave the Diver Outfit Dave himself, in his classic diving gear
- Dave’s Oxygen Tank Back Bling The oxygen tank he carries on his back
Both items look exactly like the character from the original game. If you’ve played Dave the Diver before, seeing him in Fortnite will genuinely make you smile.
When Does It Drop?
The Dave the Diver skin officially arrives in Fortnite on June 25, 2026. This was first leaked by popular Fortnite leaker HYPEX on Twitter, and Epic has since confirmed the collab. Mark the date if you’re interested.
How to Get the Skin for Free
Here’s where it gets really interesting. You don’t have to buy V-Bucks or wait for a sale. Epic is offering the Dave the Diver cosmetics completely free but with one condition. You need to buy the game on the Epic Games Store.
This is part of something Epic calls the Store Loyalty Promotion. The idea is simple: when you buy certain games on the Epic Games Store, you automatically get exclusive Fortnite cosmetics as a bonus. No extra cost, no separate redemption code. Just buy the game and the skin comes to you.
Here’s how to claim it step by step:
- Go to the Epic Games Store and find Dave the Diver
- Buy the base game for $19.99, or pick up the Dave the Diver: In The Jungle Content Pack, which releases on June 18, 2026
- Make sure you’re logged into the same Epic account that’s connected to your Fortnite profile this is important, don’t skip this
- Log into Fortnite after June 18, 2026
- You’ll get a notification accept it and both items will land in your locker
One thing to keep in mind the skin won’t show up the moment you buy the game. You’ll need to wait until June 18 before the cosmetics get delivered to your account.
Already Own the Skin? You Still Get Something
Let’s say you already bought the Dave the Diver Outfit and the Oxygen Tank from the Fortnite Item Shop earlier. And now you’re buying the game on Epic Games Store hoping to get the skin again.
Fortnite won’t give you duplicate items that’s fair enough. But you won’t walk away empty-handed either. Instead, Epic will give you a one-time grant of 1,500 V-Bucks. That’s actually a decent consolation. You can use those V-Bucks toward something else in the Item Shop.
Will It Work on Console Too?
Yes, absolutely. As long as your PlayStation, Xbox, or Nintendo account is linked to your Epic Games account, the cosmetics will show up in your locker across every platform you play on. Buy it once on PC or mobile, and it’s available everywhere.
Just make sure your accounts are linked properly before you purchase. It takes just a minute to check and save you a lot of headaches down the road.
Is It Worth Buying the Game Just for the Skin?
Honestly? Dave the Diver at $19.99 is already a great deal on its own. The game has hours and hours of content, a really charming story, and genuinely fun gameplay. Getting a free Fortnite skin on top of that is just a bonus.
If you were already thinking about trying Dave the Diver, now is a perfect time. And if you’re purely a Fortnite player who just wants the skin well, you might end up discovering one of the best indie games of the last few years in the process. That’s not such a bad thing.
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