Epic Games Unveils Fortnite PlayStation MrSavage Cup Alongside Chapter 7 Season 2: Showdown Launch
Epic Games has officially announced the Fortnite PlayStation MrSavage Cup, a brand new competitive tournament set to kick off on March 21, 2026. This event is strategically timed to coincide with the highly anticipated launch of Chapter 7 Season 2: Showdown. Players will compete for cash prizes, awarded to those who achieve Victory Royales in the Finals.
The Fortnite PlayStation MrSavage Cup is scheduled to begin on March 21, 2026, coinciding with the Chapter 7 Season 2: Showdown launch, and will feature cash prizes for Victory Royales.
Tournament Structure
This competitive event will span two days, exclusively featuring solo play.
- Qualifiers: Scheduled for March 21, 2026, from 10 AM ET to 1 PM ET. Participants can compete in up to 10 matches. Players accumulating sufficient points during this phase will advance.
- Finals: Set for March 22, 2026, commencing at 10 AM ET and concluding around 12:40 PM ET. Competitors in the Finals can play a maximum of 6 matches.
Key Mechanics:
- Points System: Each elimination during matches will award 2 points.
- Advancement: The top 100 point-earners from each region in the qualifiers will proceed to the Finals.
Eligibility Requirements
To participate in the Fortnite PlayStation MrSavage Cup, players must satisfy the following essential criteria:
- An Epic Games account level of 50 or higher.
- Two-factor authentication (2FA) must be enabled on their account.
- No bans or suspensions within the 14 days preceding the tournament.
- A minimum age of 13 years.
Rewards and Prizing
The tournament features a comprehensive prize pool, including both substantial cash payouts and exclusive in-game cosmetic rewards.
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Cash Prizes: Achieving a Victory Royale in the Finals will result in cash payouts, with specific amounts varying by region.
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Exclusive Cosmetic Rewards:
- Top finishers across all regions will be awarded the "MrSavage" In-Game Cosmetic Outfit.
- Additional cosmetic items include:
- "Siren's Slicer" Pickaxe
- "200 IQ" Backbling
- "Savage's Style" Wrap
- Two emotes: "Skill Scanner" and "Get Cooked"
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Savage Siren Outfit: A wider player base can earn the "Savage Siren" Outfit. Distribution thresholds for this outfit will be adjusted according to region size (e.g., top 300 for EU, top 30 for OCE, ASIA, and ME).
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In-Game Banner: All participants who achieve an 8-point threshold during the tournament will receive an In-Game Banner.
Event Timing and Context
The tournament's strategic timing with the Chapter 7 Season 2: Showdown launch is designed to ensure a dynamic and fresh competitive environment. The new season is expected to introduce significant changes to the game's meta, requiring players to adapt rapidly.
Notably, a non-cash version of the tournament will run concurrently. This parallel event offers the same coveted cosmetic rewards to players located in regions or navigating situations where prize money cannot be distributed.