BLACKPINK's Lisa will headline "Fortnite" Festival Season 12 when it launches on November 29, 2025, marking the Thai rapper and singer's debut as a playable character in the gaming universe.
The collaboration positions her as the main act for the Starlux Music Pass, with Epic Games preparing an extensive virtual concert experience tailored specifically for her performance.
Lisa's arrival in "Fortnite" comes during a particularly significant moment in her career. The artist released her debut solo album, Alter Ego, earlier this year and has since established LLOUD, her independent record label launched in 2024, according to allKpop. The collaboration represents her first official entry into "Fortnite," though her presence in the gaming community has already expanded through previous in-game dance emotes featuring her music.
The partnership will introduce multiple Lisa-themed cosmetics and items for players to acquire. A Rockstar outfit inspired by her music video for the song "Rockstar" will be available, alongside additional alternative costumes and the in-game character Melodie Mars, who will serve as a supporting performer during the Festival event. Three of Lisa's tracks, "Rockstar," "F*CK THE WORLD (Vixi Solo Version)," and "New Woman," will feature as in-game Jam Tracks that players can use during Festival gameplay.
Beyond the cosmetics, Epic Games has designed a custom virtual stage for Lisa's performance, complete with flashy visuals, lasers, and specialized lighting effects meant to amplify the concert experience, Free Job Alert reported. The collaboration represents a continuation of "Fortnite" Festival's strategy of integrating major musical talent into its platform, following previous headliners including Bruno Mars, Sabrina Carpenter, Gorillaz, and Snoop Dogg.
In a statement, Lisa expressed her enthusiasm about the collaboration, highlighting how her alter egos have been brought to life within "Fortnite's" digital environment and noting her excitement to showcase favorite songs and outfits from her debut album.
The November 29 release date aligns with the debut of "Fortnite" Chapter 7 Season 1, suggesting the collaboration may integrate with broader seasonal content updates. Players interested in securing Lisa's content through the Starlux Music Pass will gain access to various rewards, while additional exclusive items are expected to become available in "Fortnite's" in-game shop. Epic Games has indicated that further details about the event will be revealed in the coming days leading up to the launch, as per Rolling Stone.
