Weezer and Fortnite Unite
Today, Look North World, a game studio founded by Alexander Seropian, who helped create Bungie and worked at Disney, announced an exciting partnership with the band Weezer. They are launching a special event in the new open-world crime simulator, Sweat(er) City, from October 11 to November 11, 2024.
This event celebrates Weezer’s North American tour and the 30th anniversary of their famous Blue Album. Players can enjoy new in-game experiences inspired by the band, including a guitar weapon that plays the catchy “Buddy Holly” riff when an enemy is defeated. There’s also a recreated Arnold’s Drive-In from one of Weezer’s music videos, perfect for some nostalgic fun. Players can take selfies in front of a blue wall that nods to the Blue Album and face off against a boss character modeled after Weezer’s lead singer, Rivers Cuomo, who wields a stun gun made from yarn.
Sweat(er) City allows up to 24 players to team up for heists, stealing valuable items from places like banks and museums. The more successful heists players complete, the more money they earn to upgrade their in-game lifestyle, but they’ll also attract attention from rival players. There are three gangs in the game—the Nitro Gang, the Viper Squadron, and the Shadow Empire—each vying for control of the island.
Alex Seropian, the CEO of Look North World, expressed excitement about the collaboration, stating, “Sweat(er) City is about having fun with friends while pulling off amazing heists, and there’s no better soundtrack than Weezer’s music.”
Rivers Cuomo of Weezer added, “Weezer and Fortnite go together like rock n roll and a diner. Come join us at Arnold’s Drive-In, but watch out… you might get weezered!”
Players can jump into Sweat(er) City using the Fortnite Creative Island Code 8484-8812-9198. For more information, check out the details about Sweat(er) City and Weezer’s tour.