How to Get Rick and Morty Skins in Fortnite (March 2026)

If you want to know how to get Rick and Morty skins in Fortnite, you have two main paths: buying them directly from the Item Shop using V-Bucks, or earning specific skins for free by placing high in limited-time tournament cups. I’ve broken down every option below so you know exactly what’s available right now, what’s gone for good, and how to score the Pickle Rick skin without spending a single V-Buck.

The Rick and Morty collaboration has returned to Fortnite multiple times since its debut back in Chapter 2 Season 7, and the current wave brings some of the most distinctive cosmetics the collab has produced. Whether you’re a die-hard fan of the Adult Swim series or just want one of the most eye-catching outfits in the game, here’s everything you need.

All Rick and Morty Skins Available in Fortnite 2026

Not every Rick and Morty skin in Fortnite is still obtainable. Before you go hunting, it’s worth knowing exactly which ones you can still get and which ones are gone forever.

Here’s a breakdown of all the Rick and Morty outfits that have appeared in Fortnite:

• Rick Prime (Rick Sanchez Prime) – Available in the Item Shop as part of “The Real Deal” set. This version of Rick features the evil alternate dimension variant from the animated series.
• Pickle Rick – Available in the Item Shop as part of the “Solenya The Pickle Man” set. Pickle Rick is also earnable for free through the Pickle Rick Cup tournament.
• Mecha Morty – Available as part of the current collaboration wave in the Item Shop.
• Rick Sanchez (Original) – This was a Chapter 2 Season 7 Battle Pass reward. Battle Pass exclusive skins do not return to the Item Shop, so this one is no longer available to players who missed it. As the Fortnite community frequently points out on Reddit, battle pass skins are locked to the season they were earned in.

The key takeaway: if you’re after Rick Sanchez from Chapter 2 Season 7, that ship has sailed. But Rick Prime, Pickle Rick, and Mecha Morty are all currently up for grabs in 2026.

If you want a deeper look at the full cosmetic lineup from this collaboration wave, check out our complete Fortnite Rick and Morty Wave 3 guide for the detailed breakdown.

How to Get Rick and Morty Skins in Fortnite via the Item Shop

The most straightforward way to get Rick and Morty skins in Fortnite is through the Item Shop. This method works for Rick Prime, Pickle Rick, and Mecha Morty. Here’s how to do it step by step:

1. Launch Fortnite and wait for the main lobby to load.
2. Navigate to the Item Shop by selecting it from the main menu. Look for the shopping bag icon at the bottom of the screen.
3. Find the Rick and Morty tab. During active collaboration events, Epic Games creates a dedicated tab for the collab. Scroll through the featured and daily sections if you don’t see a dedicated tab.
4. Browse the available skins and bundles. You’ll see individual outfits listed separately and bundle options that include multiple cosmetics at a reduced combined rate.
5. Select the skin or bundle you want and click the purchase button.
6. Confirm your purchase using V-Bucks. If you don’t have enough V-Bucks, you’ll be prompted to buy more.
7. Equip your new cosmetic by heading to your Locker after the purchase completes.

One thing worth noting: the Item Shop updates every 24 hours at midnight UTC. If you see the Rick and Morty skins one day, they may not appear the next day but will typically cycle back in during an active collaboration event window.

The skins are available for purchase individually or as part of bundles. Bundles give you better overall value since they include Back Blings, Pickaxes, and sometimes Emotes alongside the main outfit.

How to Get the Pickle Rick Skin for Free (Pickle Rick Cup)

Pickle Rick is the one Rick and Morty skin you can earn completely free of charge. Epic Games runs a dedicated Pickle Rick Cup tournament where high-placing players receive the Pickle Rick outfit as a reward, no V-Bucks required.

Here’s how the Pickle Rick Cup works:

1. Open Fortnite and head to the Compete tab in the main menu.
2. Find the Pickle Rick Cup in the list of available tournaments. If the cup hasn’t started yet, you’ll see the scheduled date and time.
3. Register and enter the tournament. No additional sign-up is required beyond having a normal Fortnite account in good standing.
4. Play matches during the tournament window. Cups typically run for a 3-hour window, and you can play as many matches as you want within that time.
5. Score enough points to reach the qualifying placement threshold for your region.
6. Wait for Epic to distribute rewards. If you placed high enough, the Pickle Rick skin will automatically appear in your Locker within a few days of the tournament ending.

The tournament uses Fortnite’s standard competitive scoring: you earn points for eliminations and for where you finish each match. The higher your final placement in a match, the more points you earn. Staying alive longer is generally more valuable than chasing eliminations early.

Pickle Rick Cup Regional Placement Requirements

To earn the Pickle Rick skin for free, you need to finish within the top performers for your server region. Here are the typical placement thresholds that Epic Games uses for these reward cups:

• NAE (North America East) – Top 2,350 players
• NAW (North America West) – Top 775 players
• NAC (North America Central) – Top 175 players
• EU (Europe) – Top 4,975 players
• BR (Brazil) – Top 1,275 players
• MENA (Middle East and North Africa) – Top 800 players
• OCE (Oceania) – Top 400 players
• ASIA – Top 525 players
• ME (Middle East) – Top 375 players

Europe and NAE have the largest player pools, so their thresholds are much higher than smaller regions like NAC. This means if you’re in NAC or ME, you’re competing against a smaller pool but also have fewer spots available.

The cup uses a duo format, so you’ll want to queue with a partner who can communicate effectively. Coordination during the final circles makes a significant difference in placement.

Rick and Morty Bundle Contents

Epic Games offers Rick and Morty cosmetics both individually and as part of bundles. Bundles are the better deal if you plan on picking up more than one item from the same set.

The Real Deal Set (Rick Prime)

The Rick Prime bundle, part of “The Real Deal” set, typically includes:

• Rick Prime Outfit – The main Rick Prime skin with selectable styles
• Rick Prime Back Bling – A portal-themed back accessory
• Plumbus Pickaxe – The iconic alien tool from the show
• Rick’s Portal Gun Wrap – A weapon wrap featuring the portal gun design
• Tiny Rick Spray – A spray cosmetic
• Get Schwifty Emote – Based on the famous song from the series

Solenya The Pickle Man Set (Pickle Rick)

The Pickle Rick bundle, part of the “Solenya The Pickle Man” set, typically includes:

• Pickle Rick Outfit – Rick in full pickle form
• Sewer Rat Back Bling – A rat companion accessory inspired by the episode
• Pickle Blade Pickaxe – A makeshift weapon from the Pickle Rick episode
• Brine Wrap – A brine/pickle-themed weapon wrap

Both sets also include LEGO Style variants if you play LEGO Fortnite. The LEGO styles are included automatically with the purchase of the standard outfits, so you don’t need to buy anything extra to use them in LEGO mode.

Tips to Place High in Fortnite Cups

Getting a free Pickle Rick skin requires placing well in a competitive tournament. If you don’t regularly play competitive Fortnite, here are some practical strategies that actually work.

Prioritize survival over aggression early. During the first few circles, landing in quieter areas of the map gives you time to loot and gear up without early eliminations. A lot of players who are purely after the skin reward will be playing safe too, so expect cautious gameplay across the lobby.

Know the scoring system before you queue. Fortnite Cup scoring rewards placement heavily. A Victory Royale gives you a massive point bonus, but finishing in the top 10 or top 25 each match accumulates points quickly over multiple games. Playing 5 consistent top-20 finishes will usually outscore 2 aggressive games where you get eliminated early.

Use the full 3-hour tournament window. Most cups run for a 3-hour block. The earlier sessions tend to have higher skill competition because sweaty players log on immediately. Toward the final hour, some of the top players have already cashed out their scores and dropped off, which can actually lower average lobby difficulty slightly.

Queue with a coordinated duo partner. Two players calling out enemy locations, sharing materials, and covering each other in the final circles will consistently outperform solo queue or random partners. Communicate using voice chat and have a clear plan for final circle positioning.

Focus on zone positioning. Getting caught outside the zone kills more competitive players than enemy eliminations do. Always know where the next circle is pulling and move early rather than rotating under pressure.

How Long Will the Rick and Morty Skins Stay in the Fortnite Item Shop?

Rick and Morty skins are available in the Item Shop for a limited time during the active collaboration window. The current collaboration wave is expected to remain in the Item Shop through mid-March 2026, though Epic Games has not always announced exact end dates in advance.

Once the collaboration window closes, the skins typically leave the Item Shop without a set return date. They may come back during a future Rick and Morty collaboration event, but there’s no guarantee of when or if that will happen.

The practical advice: if you want the Rick Prime or Mecha Morty skins, don’t wait too long. Limited-time collabs have a habit of ending sooner than players expect, and the regret of missing a skin you wanted is real. The Rick Sanchez skin from Chapter 2 Season 7 is a good reminder of what happens when a collaboration ends with no return.

The History of Rick and Morty Skins in Fortnite

Rick and Morty has had a longer relationship with Fortnite than many players realize. The collaboration first landed during Chapter 2 Season 7 in 2021, when Rick Sanchez appeared as a Chapter 2 Season 7 Battle Pass reward. That original Rick Sanchez skin came with selectable styles and became one of the most talked-about Battle Pass skins of the chapter.

Since that original Battle Pass season, Epic Games and Adult Swim have returned to the collaboration multiple times with new skins and cosmetics that don’t require a Battle Pass. Each subsequent collaboration wave has introduced new variants and characters from the show, giving players who missed the original season opportunities to own Rick and Morty-themed cosmetics.

Wave 3 of the Rick and Morty collaboration brought Rick Prime, Pickle Rick, and Mecha Morty to the Item Shop with completely new cosmetic sets. Each wave has expanded the roster of available skins and introduced more show-accurate cosmetics like the Plumbus Pickaxe and the Get Schwifty emote.

The pattern suggests Epic Games views the Rick and Morty collaboration as an ongoing partnership rather than a one-off event, which is good news for players who want future waves of cosmetics.

FAQ’s

Conclusion

Getting Rick and Morty skins in Fortnite comes down to two approaches: pull out your V-Bucks and head to the Item Shop for Rick Prime, Pickle Rick, or Mecha Morty, or grind through the Pickle Rick Cup tournament to earn Pickle Rick completely free. If you want the best deal on the Item Shop route, the bundles give you the full cosmetic set for each character at better value than buying items individually.

Act before the collaboration window closes. These skins won’t be in the shop indefinitely, and waiting until the last minute risks missing out like so many players did with the original Rick Sanchez Battle Pass skin. If you’re even on the fence about the Pickle Rick Cup, it costs you nothing but time to compete, and free skins are always worth the effort.