Karol G Takes Over Fortnite Festival's Fifth Season

Karol G is the featured artist for the rhythm game Fortnite Festival, which kicks off on August 16.

August 15, 2024

Karol G brings her bichota attitude to Fortnite Festival. Epic Games photo

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Colombian superstar Karol G has pretty much conquered everything there is to conquer IRL, so naturally, she's taking her talents to the digital space.

Epic Games announced today that Karol G would be the next feature artist for its rhythm game Fortnite Festival. Season five kicks off tomorrow, August 16, and ends November 2. During this time, players can unlock Karol G-themed instruments and outfits.

The campaign also includes Karol G MSB Fortnite, a five-part playable concert with a setlist by the Latin music powerhouse. You can experience Karol G MSB Fortnite from Friday, August 23, at 3 p.m. until noon on Monday, August 26. Players who attend will receive the "Bichota 4-String Bass."

After the concert, there will be an afterparty where you play Karol G songs.

Fortnite Festival has previously featured music artists like Billie Eilish, Metallica, Lady Gaga, and the Weeknd. For all the details on the fifth season, visit fortnite.com.

Jose D. Duran is the former senior music editor of Miami New Times. His work has also appeared in publications likeVice, Billboard, and Spin. He’s earned numerous accolades including placing first for Weekly Newspaper Contest: Business Reporting from the Florida Press Association in 2020; placing third for the Writing: Light Feature from the Florida Press Club in 2019; and placing third in Weekly Newspaper Contest: Best Obituary from the Florida Press Association in 2015.

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