Fortnite’s The Simpsons season introduced a fun new way to personalize your experience: Sidekicks. These cute, loyal companions interact with you and can stay by your side once unlocked.
If you’re looking for more ways to customize your loadout, Sidekicks are a great option. Since they’re a relatively new feature, you might be wondering how to unlock them. Here’s a guide to all Sidekicks and how to get them in Fortnite.
How to Get Sidekicks in Fortnite
Currently, there are three ways to unlock Sidekicks, with the possibility of more methods in future updates:
- Battle Pass: Some Sidekicks, like Peels the Banana Dog, are available through the battle pass.
- Item Shop: Many Sidekicks can be purchased directly from the shop using V-Bucks.
- Free Unlock (limited): If you already own the Back Bling version of Bonesy, you can get this Sidekick for free.
Peels, the first-ever Sidekick, is obtainable via The Simpsons season battle pass. Bonesy, a dog previously released as a Back Bling, can be claimed for free if you own the Back Bling; otherwise, it must be purchased. All other Sidekicks are shop exclusives and require V-Bucks to unlock.
Since Sidekicks are a new feature, additional unlock methods may be added later, such as special events or quests.
All Sidekicks in Fortnite
As of December 4, 2025, there are 15 unique Sidekicks available:
| Name | How to Get |
|---|---|
| Peels | Obtainable through The Simpsons season battle pass. May appear in the shop later after exclusivity ends (~8 months). |
| Flopsticks | 1,500 V-Bucks in the shop |
| Lil’ Raptor | 1,200 V-Bucks in the shop |
| Cuddle Team Jr. | 1,500 V-Bucks in the shop |
| Doggo Jr. | 1,500 V-Bucks in the shop |
| Bonesy | 1,200 V-Bucks in the shop, or free if you own the Bonesy Back Bling from Chapter One, Season Six battle pass |
| Spike | 1,200 V-Bucks in the shop |
| The Best Cat | 1,200 V-Bucks in the shop |
| Leviathan Jr. | 1,000 V-Bucks in the shop |
| Phantom Guffpup | 1,200 V-Bucks in the shop |
| Dummy Dog | 1,500 V-Bucks in the shop |
| Itchy | 1,500 V-Bucks in the shop |
| Teacup Chi-Pup | 1,200 V-Bucks in the shop |
| Mothman Jr. | 1,200 V-Bucks in the shop |
| Plopper | 1,500 V-Bucks in the shop |
Customizing Your Sidekick
Once you acquire a Sidekick, you can customize its appearance. You can choose features like fur color and eye color once. These base features cannot be changed later; to create a Sidekick with different base features, you must purchase the same Sidekick again. Cosmetic items like hats and shirts can be changed at any time.
Looking Ahead
More Sidekicks are expected in future updates. A cat Sidekick has already been teased, and it’s likely other Back Bling animals may be converted into Sidekicks, giving you more free companions.
With your new adorable companion by your side, you’re ready to tackle missions around the island. Activities to consider include entering a Forsaken Vow Rift Gate, using Unstable Element, and tracking down all bosses.
