How to Get the Free Midnight Scythe Pickaxe in Fortnite
Epic Games has announced a reward for Fortnite players — the Midnight Scythe Pickaxe. If you want to claim this bonus or yourself, here's everything you need to know.
Fornite players can currently get the Midnight Scythe Pickaxe as a bonus item when they purchase a V-Bucks card. This Chapter 5 Season 2 Uncommon rarity item has a dark blue color that sets it apart from other pickaxes in the game.
How to Get the Midnight Scythe Pickaxe in Fortnite
Want a free pickaxe? We got you.
In order to claim this limited time gift, you'll need to buy a V-Bucks card from the Epic Games Store or from any nearby retailer. You must purchase the V-Bucks between March 18 and April 14, 2024. If you're from Australia, Japan, or New Zealand, the deal begins on March 19 instead.
Unfortunately, this offer is not available in every country. Here are the countries taking part in this deal:
- Australia
- Austria
- Belgium
- Canada
- France
- Germany
- Ireland
- Italy
- Japan
- Netherlands
- New Zealand
- Portugal
- Spain
- United Kingdom
- United States
If you live in one of those countries, all you have to do is create an Epic Games account or log in. Then, purchase and redeem a V-Bucks Card between March 18 and April 14. When you log into Fortnite after this, you'll automatically have received the free gift!
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