Steve Austin Set for Fortnite Debut With Classic Entrance and Theme

“Stone Cold” Steve Austin is stepping into Fortnite—and the reveal just dropped, as fans can finally play as the Texas Rattlesnake as part of Wave 3.

After previous crossovers brought in names like Becky Lynch and Bianca Belair, Fortnite officially confirmed on April 13, 2026 that Austin is next in line to enter the game. The reveal came through a newly released video on Twitter, showing off Austin’s in-game model for the first time—and it didn’t miss any of the details that made him iconic.

The clip showed off Austin making his entrance in full gear, complete with his signature vest, jeans, and attitude that defined his character during WWE’s biggest era: “AND THAT’S THE BOTTOM LINE… 4.16.26.”

The teaser didn’t stop at just visuals. It also featured his theme music and signature beer-chugging celebration, making it clear Fortnite is going all-in on authenticity for the character. This reveal locks in April 16, 2026 as the official release date, giving fans a clear timeline for when Austin will be playable inside the game.

Austin now joins a growing list of WWE names already featured in Fortnite, including The Rock and John Cena, as the crossover between wrestling and gaming continues to expand.

With one of WWE’s most iconic figures now entering the Fortnite universe, the focus shifts to how far this partnership could go next—and which superstar might be next in line.

Do you think Stone Cold Steve Austin is the biggest WWE addition to Fortnite so far, or should another legend have gotten the spot first? Let us know your thoughts.