Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Fortnite Item Shop?
The Item Shop is a section in the game where players can purchase cosmetic items such as skins, gliders, pickaxes, and emotes in exchange for V-Bucks. These items are purely for aesthetic purposes and do not provide any gameplay advantages.
How often does the Item Shop update?
The Item Shop updates daily, usually at
00:00 (midnight) UTC. This means new items are added, and some existing items are rotated out.
Can I purchase items from the Item Shop with real money?
Items in the Item Shop are purchased using V-Bucks, Fortnite's in-game currency. V-Bucks can be earned through playing the game or can be purchased with real money.
Are all items in the Item Shop available permanently?
No, items in the Item Shop are available for a limited time. Some items are rotated regularly while others are seasonal or tied to special events and may not return for a long time or at all.
Is there a way to know what will be in the Item Shop in advance?
Generally, the contents of the Item Shop are not announced in advance. However, Epic Games occasionally teases upcoming items via social media. You can view predictions of what may be coming soon on
this page.
Can I refund an item I bought from the Item Shop?
Fortnite offers a limited number of refund tokens that players can use to refund purchases made in the Item Shop. These refunds are subject to certain conditions, such as the time since purchase.
Do items in the Item Shop affect gameplay?
No, all items available in the Item Shop are cosmetic and do not affect gameplay. They do not provide any competitive advantage.
Can I gift items from the Item Shop to other players?
Yes, Fortnite allows players to gift items from the Item Shop to their friends. To do this, you need to have been friends with the recipient on Fortnite for at least 48 hours, and there are limitations on the number of gifts that can be sent per day.