One of Fortnite's key appeals is its extensive character customization, letting players express their unique style. This guide details how to change your character's appearance, covering skin selection, gender representation, and using various cosmetic items.

Table of Contents

• Understanding the Character System
• How to Change Your Character in Fortnite
• Changing Gender
• Acquiring New Items
• Footwear
• Using Other Cosmetic Items

Understanding the Character System

Fortnite doesn't use traditional character classes. Instead, it offers a vast array of cosmetic items called skins, altering your character's look without impacting gameplay. Skins, especially those from collaborations (Marvel, Star Wars, etc.), let you stand out and showcase your personal style.

How to Change Your Character in Fortnite

Modifying your character's appearance is straightforward:

1. Open the Locker: Find the "Locker" tab at the top of the screen and click it. This houses all your cosmetic items (skins, pickaxes, wraps, etc.).
2. Select a Skin: In the "Locker," click the first slot (leftmost) for skin selection. Browse the available skins and choose your preference.
3. Choose a Style (if applicable): Many skins offer style variations, changing colors or the character's overall look. Select your favorite.
4. Apply the Skin: Click "Save and Exit" (or close the menu). Your new skin will be applied in-game. If you own no skins, a default skin will be assigned. A late 2024 update allows default skin selection within the Locker.

Changing Gender

Your character's gender is determined by the chosen skin; it's predefined and can't be changed independently unless style variations within a skin offer that option. To play as a specific gender, select an appropriate skin. Use the steps above to choose a skin, or purchase one from the Item Shop (using V-Bucks) if needed. The Item Shop updates daily with skins for both male and female characters.

Acquiring New Items

Expand your outfit collection through:

• Item Shop: The daily-updated shop sells skins and other cosmetics using V-Bucks.
• Battle Pass: Purchase a Battle Pass for exclusive skins and rewards earned through leveling up.
• Events and Promotions: Epic Games frequently offers special events and promotions with unique skins as rewards.

Footwear

Fortnite introduced "Kicks" (footwear) in November 2024, featuring real-world brands (Nike) and Fortnite-exclusive designs. In the Locker, select shoes compatible with your outfit (not all outfits support this feature). Use the "Shoe Preview" function before purchasing to check compatibility.

Using Other Cosmetic Items

Beyond outfits, customize with:

• Pickaxes: Tools for gathering resources and melee combat, with various designs and effects.
• Back Blings: Decorative accessories for your character's back.
• Contrails: Effects that appear while gliding.

Customize these items in the Locker using similar steps to skin selection. Enjoy the extensive customization options to create a truly unique in-game persona!