This release confirms that the rumored collaboration with The Simpsons goes far deeper than just the core family members. While players are still anticipating how Homer might factor into the upcoming Zero Hour finale, Epic Games has dropped these two agents of chaos right into the meta.
Springfield's Finest Violence
It makes perfect sense. If any characters from Springfield were born for a Battle Royale setting, it's Itchy and Scratchy. Their entire legacy is built on creative, over-the-top elimination methods, fitting right in with a game where you can get sniped by a banana or run over by a sports car. The cosmetics are available now, marking a distinct shift towards classic animation styles in the current shop rotation.
What is the Venture: Floor is Lava Event?
While you're checking out the shop, don't miss the current limited-time mode in Fortnite Reload. The "VENTURE: THE FLOOR IS LAVA" event is currently live, but the window to play is tight. This mode forces players to seek high ground constantly, completely changing how you approach looting and rotations.
If you want to participate, you need to move fast. The event runs from November 21 through November 25, 2025. Once Tuesday hits, the lava recedes, and the mode goes back into the vault.
With the Item Shop refresh and the active event, this weekend is serving as a solid bridge to the massive content expected at the end of the month. Grab the mouse and cat, stay off the ground, and get your reps in before the finale.