Vini Jr. enters the gaming universe once and for all. The Brazilian National Team and Real Madrid striker received an exclusive skin in Fortnite, which will be available from this Wednesday (10).
The Seleção’s number 7 is the fifth football player to receive a playable character in the game, one of the most popular in the world. He joins Neymar, the first Brazilian in Fortnite, Lionel Messi, Harry Kane and Marco Reus.
Vini Jr.’s character has two clothing options. One reproduces the Brazilian team’s shirt. The other features a black jacket, with a more urban look. The package also includes the player’s signature celebration gesture, which users will be able to activate during matches.
The arrival of the skin comes at a strategic time. The 2026 World Cup starts in the next few days, and Vini Jr. is one of the main names in the Brazilian team led by Carlo Ancelotti. The striker has established himself as the team’s absolute starter and technical reference.
The crossover reinforces the increasing presence of football stars in Fortnite. Neymar paved the way for Brazilians in 2021 and, since then, the game has used partnerships with athletes to attract the young audience that follows both football and battle royale.
In addition to the skin, the launch should include other themed items, such as sprays and accessories, in accordance with the pattern of Fortnite collaborations with icons of the sport. The initiative also connects to campaigns from brands like Nike, which helped promote the character.
For Brazilian fans, the novelty represents more than a cosmetic item. It allows millions of players to use the image of one of the country’s greatest talents in one of the most played games on the planet, expanding Vini Jr.’s reach off the field.