
Fortnitemares 2025 is bringing chills and thrills to Fortnite, and one of its biggest highlights is the arrival of the infamous Crystal Lake killer, Jason Voorhees. While the full bundle officially hits the Item Shop on October 17, players can try to unlock the Jason Outfit a day early by taking part in the Jason Haunted Cup tournament. Here's a complete breakdown of how to enter, what the format looks like, and what rewards are on the line.
Tournament Schedule and Format
The Jason Haunted Cup runs on October 16 and follows the Duos Reload format, meaning you and a teammate will fight alongside each other to rack up points across a limited number of matches. Each session lasts two and a half hours, and teams can compete in up to ten matches during that time. The tournament will take place across all seven major Fortnite regions, including Europe, North America, Asia, and others.

To climb the leaderboards, competitors must accumulate points based on their match placement and eliminations. The higher you finish and the more opponents you take down, the better your total score will be. At the end of the event, the top-performing duos in each region will unlock the Jason Outfit for free before it appears in the shop.
If you're running low on in-game currency, this is also a good time to top up Fortnite V-Bucks to prepare for any cosmetics you might want after the tournament.
Point System Explained
Every elimination earns players one point, while placement points increase depending on how long you survive in a match.
This structure rewards consistent performance and strong combat skills. A balanced approach—staying alive while securing eliminations—is key to earning enough points to place near the top.
Is It Worth Entering the Haunted Cup?
For casual players, it's fair to wonder whether the competition is worth the effort. Even though this event is slightly more relaxed than major tournaments, it still attracts highly skilled and professional players, which makes earning the top prize challenging. However, that shouldn't discourage participation. The Haunted Cup offers great experience for future competitive events, and anyone who manages at least eight points will still receive an exclusive TGIF Emoticon as a reward. Plus, the chance to unlock an iconic horror skin early is motivation enough for many fans.

Eligibility Requirements
Before jumping in, make sure you meet the minimum entry conditions:
●Players must be at least 13 years old
●Accounts must be level 50 or higher
●Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) must be enabled
Once eligible, players can find the Haunted Cup listed under the “Compete” tab in Fortnite, where they can check regional start times and queue up with their partner.
Some players decide to buy Fortnite account from Z2U in order to start with a strong inventory or to speed up their progress.

Prize Distribution by Region
The number of Jason Voorhees Outfits available varies based on each region's population size. Europe has the largest prize pool, while smaller regions like Oceania and Asia offer fewer spots. Here's the breakdown:
●Europe: Top 850 duos receive the Jason Outfit; all players with at least 8 points get the TGIF Emoticon.
●NA Central: Top 500 duos win the Outfit; 8 points earns the TGIF Emoticon.
●Middle East, Brazil, and NA West: Top 250 duos win the Outfit; 8 points earns the Emoticon.
●Oceania and Asia: Top 150 duos win the Outfit; 8 points earns the Emoticon.
A Frightful Start to Fortnitemares 2025
The Haunted Cup serves as an exciting kickoff to the spooky season of Fortnitemares 2025. Whether you're playing to win or just soaking up the eerie atmosphere, the event celebrates everything fans love about Fortnite's Halloween festivities—special cosmetics, limited-time modes, and creepy collaborations featuring icons like Wednesday Addams and Terrifier's Art the Clown. Even if you don't secure the Jason Outfit early, the Haunted Cup is still a fun and fright-filled way to dive into the season.