Fortnite has made headlines with the reintroduction of the rare Trench Raider skin, which has been unavailable to players since January 2020. The highly sought-after skin made its return to the item shop on September 1, 2024, marking a gap of 1,688 days—over four and a half years—since its last appearance.
Originally introduced on November 16, 2019, as part of Chapter 2, Season 1, Trench Raider was briefly available again on January 18, 2020. This extended absence has contributed to its status as one of the rarest Fortnite skins of 2024. The current shop listing includes Trench Raider under the Signature Styles section, where it is priced at 1,200 V-Bucks until approximately 8 p.m. EST on September 1
Trench Raider, whose base character model is Hector, is part of the Fathoms Deep set. The skin features a futuristic black and gray bodysuit with yellow accents, along with pouches for small, bladed weapons and a communications headpiece. As Fortnite has increasingly focused on collaborations and crossover characters, original skins like Trench Raider offer players a more versatile and immersive option for customizing their in-game appearance.
In addition to the Trench Raider skin, players can also purchase his Rare Fortnite Backpack, Torpedo Tank. This yellow metal pack complements the skin's style and includes mini-harpoons that match the weapons depicted in the skin's pouches.
Fans of the franchise who have recently explored LEGO Fortnite, launched in December 2023, may recognize a LEGO-styled version of Trench Raider. This adorable rendition features a similar outfit but in a blocky, charming form, complete with rubber ducky decals on the bodysuit.
Trench Raider's return is part of a broader trend of Fortnite bringing back older skins. For example, just last week saw the return of the Mogul Master pack, which features an alpine skiing outfit that hadn't been available for over 500 days.
With these nostalgic returns, Fortnite continues to engage its player base by reviving cherished items from the past, allowing fans to relive and enhance their gaming experience.