Attention, gamers and myth enthusiasts! Brace yourselves for an electrifying crossover as Percy Jackson storms into Fortnite with an all-new island adventure that's bound to make you feel like a demigod! Announced at Brazil's CCXP25, the mystical island 'Percy Jackson: Siege of Monsters' drops on December 9, promising an authentic, heart-pounding Percy Jackson experience right in the gaming world's heartbeat.
Set your sails and prepare for questing on an island map crafted in the enchanting image of Camp Half-Blood! As the latest to join the ranks of demigods, players will unlock their godly lineage, wield new powers, and rally their fellow half-bloods for an adrenaline-fueled showdown against the fierce Scylla and Charybdis on the legendary Sea of Monsters.
In this mythical sanctuary, dive into side quests and engage with iconic characters like Percy Jackson, Annabeth Chase, and Grover Underwood—brought to life with the charm of their Disney+ counterparts. These in-game adventures pull inspiration from the first two seasons of the show, offering a rich narrative intertwined with action-packed gameplay.
Catching up with the stars, Walker Scobell, the series’ Percy Jackson, couldn't contain his excitement, "I'm just thrilled to be 'the guy from Fortnite'! That's the legacy I want, and I've been gunning for this since day one!" Fellow co-star Aryan Simhadri echoes the hype, revealing they've both been pestering producers for their Fortnite debut.
Series Executive Producer Dan Shotz unveiled snippets of this digital marvel at CCXP, underlining the collaboration with Disney to breathe life into this mythical realm. “Epic battles? Check. Iconic monsters? Double check. Hang time with the iconic Percy Jackson posse? It's all here and it's massive,” beams Shotz.
Cast member Dior Goodjohn (Clarisse) is right there with the fans, buzzing with excitement, "Man, this is nuts! Being digitized in a game takes this to a whole new level!" Series creator, Rick Riordan agrees, having sensed fan eagerness for such a game, "Seeing my world adapted for modern players? It’s a dream come true. My inner gamer is thrilled!"
To all Fortnite fans and PJ lovers, mark your calendars—this is the event you've been chanting for! And don’t miss a beat, as season 2 of Percy Jackson and the Olympians arrives on Disney+ on December 10.
Stay amped and ready to dive into this legendary crossover! 🔥