Fortnite Chapter 7, Season 3 – “Runners” Explodes Onto the Scene Following Epic Summer Game Fest Reveal
Epic Games launched Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 3, officially named Runners, on June 6, 2026, bringing a mid-chapter overhaul with a remixed island, the return of Sprites as the core mechanic, four new weapons, and a fresh Battle Pass headlined by a cel-shaded John Wick. The season’s gameplay trailer was unveiled by Ben Starr, the voice of The Visitor in Fortnite, during Summer Game Fest 2026 at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, setting the stage for one of the most mechanically packed updates in recent memory.
The launch followed the spectacular Shattered live event that took place on June 5, 2026, at 7:00 PM ET, which served as the concluding live event and epilogue of Chapter 7 Season 2. The event delivered a major plot twist, revealing that The Visitor had been Geno all along, serving as the Dark Voyager’s master.
The new season focuses heavily on movement, Sprites, new loot, and a refreshed island, with its main slogan centered around Sprites and fast-paced movement. The new Shattered Coast map is a version of the Golden Coast that was heavily altered by The Zero Point following the Shattered Live Event. Players are diving into completely reimagined points of interest that blend familiar locations with twisted new designs.
What are your first impressions of the Runners season? Have the new Sprites and movement mechanics changed your playstyle?
