Bruno Mars and Anderson .Paak (Silk Sonic) part of the game.
February 3, 2022
[This unedited press release is made available courtesy of Game Developer and its partnership with notable game PR-related resource Games Press]
Author: Epic Games
I’m reaching out today to share exciting music news about Grammy-nominated R&B duo Bruno Mars and Anderson .Paak (a.k.a Silk Sonic). In partnership with Atlantic Records, Fortnite is bringing Silk Sonic into the game with a brand new radio station, Outfits based on their signature style, and a player tournament.
The Silk Sonic duo are long time Fortnite favorites - in September 2020, Anderson .Paak performed a ‘Spotlight Concert Series’ in the game, and in April 2021, Bruno Mars’ ‘Leave The Door Open’ emote came to Fortnite.
Listen to the New Fortnite Radio Station, ‘Icon Radio’ - live now!
Players can turn on ‘Icon radio’ inside cars and listen to tracks from ‘An Evening with Silk Sonic’ - with one and only Bootsy Collins as the radio host
The launch of ‘Icon Radio’ is an exciting new way Fortnite is bringing the latest music to its millions of players
About The Silk Sonic Outfits: (available from February 11, 00:00pm GMT)
The Bruno Mars and Anderson .Paak Outfits are coming into the Fornite universe as the Silk Sonic Set, which also includes accessories based on each member of the duo:
Bust out a mic with the Sound Scepter Pickaxe (sold with the Bruno Mars Outfit), then wear it as a Back Bling when back on the beat of the path!
Skate around with the Freedom Wheels Emote
The outfits both include a reactive style…we won’t ruin the surprise
Compete in The ‘Silk Sonic Cup’ Tournament: (Monday February 7)
Players can compete in the Duos Silk Sonic Cup for a chance to unlock the Bruno Mars and Anderson .Paak Outfits early, along with the Silk Sonic Spray for earning at least 8 points.
Further info: Epic Games is committed to continuing to bring exciting music experiences to Fortnite. We’ve had global stars coming into the game (Travis Scott, Ariana Grande, J Balvin, Marshmello), as well as break out stars with Soundwave Series (Hamaki, Tones and I)
Quotes/images/video:
Bruno Mars says: "When Fortnite asked me if I wanted to create an outfit for the game, I asked, 'Are CGI muscles off the table?' They said 'no.' I said 'deal.' I'll see you on the Island"
Bootsy Collins says: "Back in the day I was crazy about arcade games, so being able to bridge the worlds of music and gaming with Fortnite is very exciting - both worlds offer players a great way to come together and relax"
For more info please see the Fortnite blog
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