Honkai: Star Rail is officially on a collision course with Fortnite, at least based on a new teaser shared by the Epic Games Store. While details are still scarce, the imagery and wording used have left little doubt among fans about what is being hinted at.

On Friday, January 30, the Epic Games Store posted an image on X with two swords embedded in the ground, accompanied by the caption, “Who’s trailblazing their way to Fortnite?”.

Who’s trailblazing their way to @Fortnite? 👀 pic.twitter.com/CEIwlVNnbZ

— Epic Games Store (@EpicGames) January 30, 2026

For players familiar with Honkai: Star Rail, the weapons were immediately recognisable. One appears to be Blade’s cracked sword, while the other resembles Kafka’s red-bladed katana, strongly suggesting the space RPG as the collaboration partner.

Epic Games Store Teaser Sparks Fan Speculation

The teaser did not come from Fortnite’s main social accounts, which makes the reveal slightly unusual, but the response was immediate. Comment sections quickly filled with fans calling out a Fortnite x Honkai Star Rail crossover, pointing to the specific weapon designs as clear evidence.

This collaboration was not widely predicted. Many players had previously speculated that other HoYoverse titles like Genshin Impact or Zenless Zone Zero would be more likely candidates for a Fortnite crossover, given their character designs and popularity in cosmetic-driven collaborations. The appearance of Honkai: Star Rail instead caught much of the community off guard.

Blade And Kafka Likely Front And Centre

Eagle-eyed fans identified the swords as belonging to Blade and Kafka, two of Honkai: Star Rail’s most recognisable characters. Their inclusion in the teaser has led to speculation that they could be the first characters introduced if the crossover involves playable cosmetics.

Image Credit: HoYoverse

Image Credit: HoYoverse

At this stage, nothing has been confirmed by Epic Games or HoYoverse. The content could range from full character skins to themed items, a limited-time event, or even companion-style cosmetics inspired by Star Rail’s roster. There are currently no reliable leaks outlining the scope of the collaboration.

Fortnite Leak Sources Back The Crossover

Adding weight to the speculation, well-known Fortnite leaker ShiinaBR has reportedly confirmed that the teaser does relate to a collaboration with HoYoverse’s free-to-play gacha RPG. Even so, no timeline or release window has been shared publicly.

For now, Fortnite itself has remained silent, and players are left waiting for an official announcement that explains what form the crossover will take, and when it might arrive in-game.

What This Could Mean Going Forward

If confirmed, this crossover would mark Honkai: Star Rail’s first appearance in Fortnite, and could open the door for more HoYoverse properties to follow. Fans are already imagining how characters from across HoYoverse’s catalogue might translate into Fortnite’s battle royale format.

Until Epic Games or HoYoverse break their silence, the teaser stands as a clear signal that something is coming, even if the full picture is still out of reach.

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Marvel Rivals Season 4: Heart of the Dragon is nearly here, and NetEase has lined up a fresh batch of Twitch drops for fans. Just like previous seasons, players can unlock exclusive cosmetics simply by tuning into Marvel Rivals streams and sticking around long enough to rack up watch time.

This round of rewards is themed around Blade, the Season 3.5 duellist, and they’re only available for a limited window, so if you want them, you’ll need to act fast.

‼️New Blade Twitch Drops for Season 4 pic.twitter.com/n9fpaZLn4w

— Marvel Rivals Intel (@RivalsAssembled) September 4, 2025

Marvel Rivals Season 4 Twitch Drops Rewards

The Season 4 Twitch drops kick off on 12 September 2025 at 12:00 p.m. UTC and will run until 10 October 2025 at 9:00 a.m. UTC. During that time, you can unlock the following Blade cosmetics by watching Marvel Rivals streams with drops enabled:

• 30 minutes – Will of Galacta Spray
• 1 hour – Will of Galacta Nameplate
• 2 hours – Flex Up Emote
• 4 hours – Will of Galacta Costume

It’s a neat set of rewards, especially for anyone looking to kit out Blade with some exclusive gear early in the new season.

How to Claim Marvel Rivals Twitch Drops

Unlocking the drops is straightforward, but you’ll want to make sure your accounts are linked up via the official Marvel Rivals Twitch Drops page. before the event goes live.

Image Credit: NetEase Games

Here’s what to do:

1. Connect your Marvel Rivals account with your Twitch account.
2. Watch any official Marvel Rivals broadcast or any partnered streamer who has drops enabled.
3. Head to your Twitch inventory to claim the rewards.
4. Log back into Marvel Rivals and check your in-game inbox.

And if you’re curious about who’s stepping into the spotlight this season, check out our coverage on how Marvel Rivals Season 4 confirms Angela and Daredevil as new heroes.

Past Marvel Rivals Twitch Drops

This isn’t Marvel Rivals’ first Twitch drop campaign, and Blade is joining a long list of heroes who’ve had exclusive cosmetics in previous seasons:

• Season 0 – Magneto
• Season 1 – Hela
• Season 1.5 – Adam Warlock
• Season 2 – Namor
• Season 2.5 – Emma Frost
• Ignite Stage 1 – Magik
• Season 3 – Hawkeye
• Season 3.5 – Mantis
• Ignite Mid-Season Finals – Star-Lord

It’s clear NetEase is keeping the rewards flowing, giving fans plenty of reasons to tune into streams throughout the year.

Final Thoughts

The Marvel Rivals Season 4 Twitch drops are a solid way to kick off the new chapter of Heart of the Dragon. Whether you’re a Blade main or just keen to grab every exclusive cosmetic while you can, these rewards are well worth your time. Don’t forget to get your accounts connected ahead of the 12 September start date, you won’t want to miss out.

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The Original Motion Picture Score for Blade by award winning composer Mark Isham has been released for the first time on vinyl today.

The LP’s jacket, inner sleeve and labels thematically reference the infamous warehouse rave scene of the vampire thriller from 1998.

“The score needed to have an epic super-hero quality but with a very dark side, and it needed to be able to live next to the world of 1990’s electronica – The Prodigy, Chemical Brothers, Aphex Twin etc. We used a large symphony orchestra supplemented with electronic synthesizers and samplers for a unique musical vocabulary. I did a lot of sampling of weird and strange sounds as well as programming my synth collection. We recorded at the Fox stage which is a wonderful room. The process went smoothly as I had worked tirelessly with Steve Norrington, the director, during the demo process to get what we both wanted. We recorded some sections of the score in smaller segments – to be edited together later – as a lot of the visual effects hadn’t been completed yet. I think my two favorite musical moments are The Death Of Whistler – which is very emotional scene, a bit unexpected in a film of this genre – and the culmination of the Ritual For Summoning La Magra. This is big and bombastic and just plain FUN!” –  Mark Isham, composer.

The movie starring Wesley Snipes in one of his signature roles was a commercial success that spawned two sequels, and the films have enjoyed cult status for many years. At this year’s Comic-Con in San Diego, Marvel Studios got movie-goers amped by announcing a Blade reboot in 2020, with none other than accomplished actor Mahershala Ali to star, who took home Oscars for both Moonlight and Greenbook.

Mark Isham is an electronic music innovator, jazz artist and prolific film composer. Isham’s ability to create unforgettable melodies combined with his willingness to experiment with innovative musical palettes have earned him accolades including: Grammy and Emmy awards, and Oscar and Golden Globe nominations. 

His inimitable musical voice is evident in his memorable scores for award-winning features including the Oscar-winning Crash and A River Runs Through It (Oscar nomination), along with Golden Globe winning Bobby, and The Black Dahlia. For The Black Dahlia, Isham was awarded “Best Score” by the International Film Music Critics Association. Other credits include Men of Honor (Grammy nomination), Eight Below, The Cooler, cult-classic Blade, Nell, The Accountant, ABC’s hit series Once Upon a Time (Emmy nomination), and Oscar-winner John Ridley’s ABC drama American Crime. Recent projects include A Dog’s Journey, whilst upcoming for Isham includes Disney’s Togo, and Bill & Ted Face the Music.

Mark Isham’s collective contributions to the film music community was recognized by his peers when he was awarded the highest honor for a composer by The American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers (ASCAP), the prestigious Henry Mancini Career Achievement Award for musical excellence.

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