The Shadow Midas skin is one of the most coveted outfits in Fortnite Battle Royale. As a darker, Halloween-themed version of the popular Midas skin, it has been highly anticipated by players ever since its initial appearance as a boss during the Fortnitemares 2020 event.
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Overview of Shadow Midas
Shadow Midas first appeared in Fortnite Chapter 2 Season 4 as the boss at The Ruins location during the Fortnitemares 2020 Halloween event from October 21 to November 3. Players could defeat Shadow Midas to obtain his powerful Mythic Drum Gun, but could not actually unlock him as a playable skin at that time.
Epic Games finally released the Shadow Midas Outfit in the Item Shop on October 28, 2021 during Fortnitemares 2021, making this elusive skin available for purchase. It remains one of the most sought-after outfits in Fortnite to this day.
Here are the key details on the Shadow Midas skin:
- Rarity: Legendary
- Price: 1,500 V-Bucks
- Item Shop Release Date: October 28, 2021
- Selectable Styles: None
- Reactive Effect: Yes, “Shadow Touch” effect grows with eliminations
- Set: Shadow Midas Bundle
How to Get Shadow Midas Skin
There are a couple ways to unlock the Shadow Midas skin in Fortnite:
Purchase from Item Shop
The main way to get the Shadow Midas outfit is to purchase it from the Item Shop for 1,500 V-Bucks whenever it returns.
- The skin was first available during Fortnitemares 2021 from October 28 to November 1, 2021.
- It has returned to the shop several times since then, usually around the Fortnitemares Halloween event.
So keep an eye out around Halloween season for your next chance to buy this skin!
Giveaways
Some generous Fortnite content creators have been known to gift or give away Shadow Midas skin codes during events or as part of promotions.
- Follow your favorite Fortnite streamers and YouTubers to watch for Shadow Midas skin giveaways.
- Enter any giveaways you come across for a chance to win the skin for free!
Trading or Selling Accounts
Since the Shadow Midas skin is no longer available directly from Epic Games, some players try to buy Fortnite accounts that already have it unlocked. However, account selling and trading is strictly against Epic Games’ Terms of Service.
Using the Shadow Midas Skin
Once you’ve unlocked the Shadow Midas outfit, here are some tips for getting the most out of it in your games:
- Turn on the “Shadow Touch” reactive effect in your Locker to show off the purple flames that spread with each elimination.
- Pair Shadow Midas with dark, Halloween-themed back blings like the Smash O’ Lantern or Bobo to complete the creepy look.
- Use the Built-In “Shadow Stance” emote to transform into a shadow monster!
- Equip the Shadow Midas Wrap weapon wrap or Shadow Seal glider (if you have them) to match the rest of your set.
Shadow Midas remains one of the coolest and most iconic Fortnite skins. Unlocking this outfit is a status symbol and flex for any dedicated player. We hope this guide helps you add Shadow Midas to your Locker!
Frequently Asked Questions
When will Shadow Midas return to the Item Shop?
Epic Games has not announced an exact return date for Shadow Midas. However, it often comes back around Halloween during the annual Fortnitemares event. Many players predict it will return again in October 2024.
What if I missed unlocking Shadow Midas during previous seasons?
If you couldn’t unlock Shadow Midas through past Battle Pass rewards or challenges, your only option now is to purchase the skin when it returns to the Item Shop. The good news is that it has returned several times and will likely be back this Halloween.
Is there a way to get Shadow Midas for free?
There is no way to unlock Shadow Midas for free directly from Epic Games at this time. Your only options are to purchase it from the Item Shop with V-Bucks or win it through community giveaways from content creators.
Does Shadow Midas come with any other cosmetics?
No, the Shadow Midas Outfit does not come bundled with any back blings, pickaxes, gliders etc. It’s available for purchase only as a stand-alone skin. However, it does have the reactive “Shadow Touch” effect.
What’s the difference between Shadow Midas and the original Midas?
Shadow Midas has a darker, Halloween aesthetic compared to the golden original. It also includes the reactive effect which was not present on the original Midas skin. Otherwise, they share the same character model – just different color schemes and styles.