Overview
- Epic’s trailer officially names the season Fortnite Showdown and sets the release for March 19, 2026.
- The teaser frames the narrative around a confrontation between the returning Ice King and The Foundation.
- Footage shows The Prisoner, Orelia, Captain America, and The Foundation encased in ice as the Ice King departs a throne in a large, Polar Peak–like stronghold.
- Chapter 7 Season 1 is slated to end on March 18 with server maintenance preceding the new season’s rollout.
- Community posts describe a possible 'Rivalry' theme and speculate about a pre‑season live event, which Epic has not confirmed.