Epic Games is bringing the heat with Fortnite's Mode Mayhem event, featuring the return of OG 50v50, a new OG Season, and Mortal Kombat-inspired gameplay. Players can earn exclusive cosmetic rewards through Twitch Drops from March 28 to April 8, 2025, leading up to a star-studded $50,000 Twitch Rivals tournament on April 6.
Mode Mayhem Brings Back Fan-Favorite Gameplay and Exclusive Rewards
The nostalgia train continues as Fortnite launches Mode Mayhem, a multi-faceted event featuring the beloved OG 50v50 mode, a fresh OG Season, and Klassic Kombat gameplay in Battle Royale. To celebrate this content explosion, Epic Games is offering players the chance to earn exclusive cosmetics just by watching their favorite streamers on Twitch.
The event culminates in a high-stakes Twitch Rivals tournament on April 6, 2025, at 5 PM UTC (1 PM ET), where 32 streamer duos will battle across Zero Build and other modes for their share of a $50,000 prize pool.
How to Earn All Three Twitch Drop Rewards
From March 28 to April 8, 2025, players can earn three distinct rewards by watching Fortnite streams on Twitch. Each reward is available during a specific timeframe, so mark your calendars:
Command Executor Pickaxe (March 28-31)
Watch any Fortnite category stream for 1 hour between March 28, 2025 (9 AM UTC/5 AM ET) and March 31, 2025 (12 AM UTC/8 PM ET on March 30) to claim this sleek pickaxe with the tagline "Take CTRL of your destiny."
Klassic Kombat Wraps Set (March 31-April 4)
Earn three Mortal Kombat-inspired weapon wraps by watching streams between March 31, 2025 (12 AM UTC/8 PM ET on March 30) and April 4, 2025 (12 AM UTC/8 PM ET on April 3):
- Raiden Lightning Bolt Wrap: Watch for 30 minutes
- Scorpion Flame Aura Wrap: Watch for 1 hour
- Kitana Fan Swipe Wrap: Watch for 1 hour and 30 minutes
These wraps complement the Raiden, Scorpion, and Kitana Outfits that will hit the Fortnite Shop on March 29, 2025 (12 AM UTC) / March 28, 2025 (8 PM ET).
Lil' Armored Truck Emote (April 4-8)
Watch Fortnite streams for 2 hours between April 4, 2025 (12 AM UTC/8 PM ET on April 3) and April 8, 2025 (12 AM UTC/8 PM ET on April 7) to get this interactive emote. As the description notes: "Ride on a truck full of Bars! If another player joins in on this Emote, they'll follow you with a police scooter."
How to Claim Your Twitch Drops
To ensure you receive your rewards, follow these steps:
- Connect your Epic account to your Twitch account through the Epic Games connections page
- Watch Fortnite streams during the designated periods
- Claim your rewards from the Drops Inventory page after meeting the watch requirements
Rewards should appear in your Fortnite Locker immediately after claiming, though Epic notes they may take up to 14 days in some cases. Remember, you must be at least 13 years old to have a Twitch account.
Special Events and Tournament Details
The Mode Mayhem celebration extends beyond just Twitch Drops with several special events:
Twitch Rivals Tournament
On April 6, 2025, at 5 PM UTC (1 PM ET), 32 streamer duos will face off in a high-stakes tournament featuring Zero Build and other modes, competing for a $50,000 prize pool.
OG 50v50 Streamer Showdown
A day before the tournament, on April 5, 2025, Fortnite and athlete streamers will battle in a special OG 50v50 match, bringing back one of the game's most beloved large-team modes.
What's Coming to Fortnite?
Looking ahead, Fortnite's Reload mode will receive a new map on April 15, 2025, giving players fresh territory to explore. Epic also notes that the Twitch Drops items may become available for purchase in the Fortnite Shop at a later date, so don't worry if you miss the streaming windows.
The Return of OG Content and Mortal Kombat Crossover
Mode Mayhem continues Epic's strategy of blending nostalgia with fresh content. The return of OG 50v50 alongside a new OG Season follows the massive success of previous OG-themed events that brought back early Fortnite experiences.
Meanwhile, the Klassic Kombat gameplay and Mortal Kombat character outfits (Raiden, Scorpion, and Kitana) represent the latest in Fortnite's ongoing series of high-profile collaborations that have become a hallmark of the battle royale's cultural impact.
With exclusive rewards, competitive tournaments, and nostalgic gameplay all on offer, Mode Mayhem looks set to deliver something for every type of Fortnite player throughout early April 2025.