Deadmau5, the popular Canadian DJ and producer, has gotten his very own Icon Skin. Here is everything you need to know.
If you are a fan of the popular Canadian DJ and producer, Deadmau5, then you will be thrilled to learn he is officially coming to the popular Battle Royale, Fortnite. Yes, you read that right, the DJ will be getting his very own Icon Skin in Fortnite, giving him the privilege of joining some of the legends, such as Ninja and NickEh30, who have Icon Skins.
Here is everything you need to know about Deadmau5's Fortnite Icon Skin, including a release date.
Deadmau5 to receive his own Fortnite Icon Skin and bundle
Deadmau5 is coming to Fortnite in style, as the famous producer teased the Icon Skin this morning on Twitter. The DJ posted a photo of his new skin on the dance floor with its official release date: August 8, 2025.
In the background, you can see famous Fortnite characters, such as Peely and Jonesy, dancing alongside Deadmau5. While Deadmau5 is not the first celebrity outside of gaming to receive a Fortnite Icon Skin, it is still a huge achievement for the producer.
The skin will also be a part of a bundle, which will feature Deadmau5 with two alternative styles as well as a themed Back Bling, Emotes, Instruments and more.
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Deadmau5 to also come to Rocket League
Deadmau5 is not stopping at the Battle Royale. The popular DJ and producer will also be coming to Rocket League, the other popular game that Epic Games owns.
Deadmau5's contribution to Rocket League is arguably bigger than his contribution to Fortnite, as the game will be getting an entirely new LTE featuring the producer.
All this is to help promote Deadmau5's upcoming EP, Error5, and will also help promote Rocket League Year 10.
Will you be grabbing the Deadmau5 skin?
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