Epic Games has officially revealed the theme for Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 2, titled “Lawless”, set to launch on February 21, 2025. This season shifts away from the Japanese-inspired aesthetics of Chapter 6 Season 1 and dives into a gritty, crime-filled setting reminiscent of classic open-world crime games.
The teaser trailer introduces Crime City, a dark metropolis where “the hustle never stops.” The city’s design features a noir-like atmosphere, with gold bars scattered across the streets—hinting at a possible heist-based gameplay. This aligns with previous leaks suggesting that the new season could focus heavily on crime, law enforcement, and underground dealings.
Midas Returns, Along with New Characters
One of the biggest reveals from the teaser is the return of Midas, now appearing as a more ruthless, thug-like version of his former self. His wanted poster suggests he’ll play a major role in the upcoming season, possibly as part of the Battle Pass or storyline.
Additionally, the teaser includes a bizarre yet hilarious character—a rapper pickle, accompanied by the tagline “Dill with it.” Given Fortnite’s history of quirky crossovers, this could hint at even more unexpected collaborations throughout the season.
A Possible Grand Theft Auto Crossover?
With its focus on crime and heists, some fans are speculating about a potential crossover with Grand Theft Auto. While nothing is confirmed, Fortnite has previously collaborated with major franchises like Star Wars, Marvel, and DC. If a GTA crossover happens, we could see legendary characters like Tommy Vercetti, CJ, Michael, Franklin, or Trevor joining the game.
While some players are concerned about yet another heist-themed season, Lawless seems to be taking a more chaotic, open-world crime approach rather than a sleek, polished heist style. The combination of criminal underworld action, returning characters, and possible crossovers makes this one of Fortnite’s most intriguing seasons yet.
Get ready to enter Crime City—where the rules are meant to be broken.
