Freddy Krueger is now a boss in Fortnite’s Fortnitemares 2026 event, and defeating him lets players claim Freddy’s Nightmare. The weapon allows its wielder to teleport into range and slash opponents, bringing Freddy’s sudden close-range attacks into subsequent fights. Players can find him at the new Nightmare Neighborhood point of interest as part of the Halloween update. Epic has also confirmed that A Nightmare on Elm Street cosmetics are arriving throughout October
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