If a new leak turns out to be accurate, Fortnite could soon be teaming up with the popular anime One Punch Man for a future crossover. The battle royale giant has a long history of collaborating with major franchises, and anime crossovers have become increasingly common in recent years.
Fortnite’s current crossover with Star Wars has taken things to a whole new level. The ongoing “Galactic Battle” event has transformed much of the game’s map into a Star Wars-themed playground, with iconic locations reimagined and a wide range of new cosmetic items and gear. Players can now access even more Star Wars characters and alternate skins—alongside the most talked-about addition, an interactive Darth Vader NPC. This version of Vader is powered by generative AI, complete with a synthetic voice capable of reacting to and conversing with players in real time.
While the AI-powered Vader has sparked both excitement and debate, some curious fans digging into the files behind this NPC may have uncovered a surprising clue. According to Fortnite news account HypeX, Twitter user @itsmeleaky claims that Epic Games may have left behind a chatbot prompt referencing an unreleased skin. The description reportedly matches the look of Saitama, the iconic bald-headed hero from One Punch Man.
The prompt was discovered in Vader’s AI files, implying that he may be programmed to recognize and respond to the character if a player is wearing the skin—just as he currently reacts to players wearing skins like Llamataun or Wind Sprite. If true, this could be the first sign that One Punch Man is next in line for a high-profile Fortnite collaboration.
Leaked Fortnite Darth Vader AI Files Hint at Possible One Punch Man Crossover
The description reportedly found in Fortnite’s Darth Vader AI NPC files doesn’t mention One Punch Man or its characters by name. However, the prompt describes “a character wearing a yellow and red suit with a black belt. He has a bald head and no facial features.” While those colors could apply to many characters, the specific reference to baldness and a lack of facial detail strongly suggests Saitama—the protagonist of One Punch Man. In the anime, Saitama’s bald look is a result of intense training, and his simple character design is a deliberate contrast to the more elaborate heroes and villains around him.
Although Epic Games has not officially confirmed any collaboration with One Punch Man, the presence of a prompt seemingly describing Saitama hints that a crossover could be on the horizon. If so, fans might soon see another high-profile anime crossover join Fortnite’s growing list.