Waking up to a fresh shop reset in Chapter 7 Season 1 is basically a morning ritual at this point. If you logged in today, January 17, 2026, you probably noticed the vibe is a weird, chaotic mix of early 2000s internet culture, high-end footwear, and... well, South Park.
The big news? Kizuna AI is officially here.
Honestly, it’s about time. She’s the literal mother of VTubing, and her debut in the Fortnite Shop feels like a massive win for fans who’ve been tracking the leaks since late December. But the shop is crowded right now. Between the South Park crew still hanging around and the Adventure Time bundles taking up space, your V-Bucks wallet is likely screaming for mercy.
What's New in the Fortnite Shop: The VTuber Queen Arrives
The Kizuna AI skin is the clear headliner today. You’ve got a few ways to grab her, but most people are eye-balling that bundle. It’s sitting at 3,200 V-Bucks, which sounds steep until you realize it’s discounted from over 6,000.
Here is the breakdown of the AI-chan gear:
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- The Main Skin: 1,500 V-Bucks (comes with a LEGO style that looks surprisingly accurate).
- Kizuna AI’s Wings: 400 V-Bucks (Back Bling).
- "Hello, Morning" Emote: 500 V-Bucks. This dance is peak idol energy.
- Jersey Kizuna AI: A separate 1,500 V-Buck bundle if you want the more casual, sporty look.
The back bling—the Chibi AI-Chan—is probably the cutest thing in the game right now. It actually wiggles and sparkles when you use emotes or play music in Fortnite Festival. If you're into the reactive stuff, the main outfit has glowing bits that pulse to the beat of whatever Jam Track is playing.
South Park and Adventure Time: The Crossover Fatigue is Real
Is the shop too big? Maybe. But Epic isn't slowing down. The Gonna Have Myself A Time Bundle (the South Park collab) is still taking up a massive chunk of the "Featured" section. It's been here since the 39.20 update dropped on January 9, and the timer suggests it’s got about six days left before it heads into the vault.
You’ve got Cartman, Stan, Kyle, Kenny, and Butters all available for 1,500 V-Bucks each, or 4,000 for the whole group.
Then there’s the Adventure Time wave. Fionna the Human and Cake the Cat are the standouts here, especially since they brought the Ice King and Lemongrab along for the ride. The Ice King and Lemongrab Bundle is sitting at 3,200 V-Bucks. If you grew up on Cartoon Network, this is basically a nostalgia trap.
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The "Kicks" Tab: Sneakerheads are Eating Good
The footwear selection today is surprisingly deep. Epic is really leaning into the "Kicks" system they launched late last year. Today, the Calicool Boots are the new addition, priced at 600 V-Bucks.
If those aren't your style, the PUMA MB.05 World Tour (the Sun Struck/Pure Magenta colorway) is also in the rotation for 1,000 V-Bucks. It’s wild to think that we're now at a point where we care as much about our character's shoes as we do their pickaxes. Speaking of which, the Brokenheart Slicer is back today for 500 V-Bucks—a solid choice if you’re running a darker, "edgy" locker preset.
Battle Ready Classics and Returning Rare Gear
Under the Battle Ready tab, we’re seeing some older favorites. Zadie and Swamp Stalker are back. Zadie usually brings out the "sweats" because of her slim profile, and at 1,200 V-Bucks, she's a relatively cheap way to get a high-tier competitive skin.
A few other notables:
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- Sklaxis: This one is underrated. It’s 1,500 V-Bucks and has that creepy, bone-tendril vibe that really stands out in the lobby.
- Ragsy: The post-apocalyptic bear look. Always a classic.
- Boneless Emote: 500 V-Bucks. It’s been a while since this one rotated in frequently.
Don't Forget the Freebies
While you're checking what's new in the Fortnite shop, don't ignore the stuff that doesn't cost V-Bucks. The Winterfest 2025 presents are officially gone (RIP Glacial Dummy), but you can still snag Explorer Emilie and Mr. Dappermint just by linking your LEGO Insiders account.
Also, if you're a Save the World player, the Daily Llama for January 17 is a freebie today. It’s not much, but it’s free loot for five seconds of clicking.
Actionable Steps for Today's Rotation
If you’re on the fence about spending your V-Bucks, here is how I’d play it:
- Priority One: Grab the Kizuna AI bundle if you’re a collector. Collabs like this sometimes vanish for a year or more after their debut window.
- Check Your Jam Tracks: The Festival shop has "Hello, Morning" and "APT" by Rosé & Bruno Mars today. If you spend more time in Festival than Battle Royale, these are the better investment.
- Save for March: Rumors (and Epic’s own pre-order bonuses) confirm Grace Ashcroft from Resident Evil: Requiem is coming in March. If you aren't feeling the VTuber or South Park vibes, hold your V-Bucks for the STARS team.
- Refund Check: Remember you have three Return Tickets per year. If you accidentally bought a South Park skin and realized you'd rather have Kizuna, check your settings to see if you can swap them without losing extra cash.
The shop will reset again tomorrow at 7:00 PM ET. We’re expecting Fashion Elite Skully to make an appearance then, so keep an eye on the countdown timer.
Next Step: You can head into the Fortnite Festival stage to test out the new Kizuna AI instruments before you commit to the full bundle purchase.