Connecting Fortnite’s Sound Effects to Wicked
- Wicked’s editor revealed the incorporation of a Fortnite sound effect in a YouTube video produced by The Rough Cut.
- Fans were quick to identify the iconic sound, highlighting an unexpected link between the beloved video game and the blockbuster film.
Fortnite has made a name for itself in pop culture by integrating sound effects from various media, and its recent association with the film Wicked exemplifies this phenomenon. The beloved game’s signature skydiving sound effect is featured prominently in one of the film’s most pivotal musical moments, showcasing how the lines between gaming and cinema are increasingly blurring.
Directed by Jon M. Chu, Wicked is one of the most eagerly awaited films of 2024, already making waves at the box office and garnering numerous accolades, including ten Oscar nominations like Best Film Editing. Film editors play a crucial role in shaping a movie’s narrative impact, and in Wicked’s case, a unique collaboration with Epic Games provided an innovative approach to sound design.
During a particularly dramatic scene where Elphaba falls from a tower as she attempts to fly on her broom, the skydiving sound effect from Fortnite can be distinctly heard. Fans of the game will recognize this sound as it mirrors the experience of characters jumping from the Battle Bus. Moreover, the lead actress, Ariana Grande, is already a part of Fortnite’s universe with her own character skins. This unexpected collaboration also highlights Fortnite’s history of having inspired skin designs from blockbuster franchises, yet this time the influence flows in the opposite direction.
While the editor, Kerstein, did not explicitly name the source of the sound effect, viewers in the YouTube comment section quickly made the connection to Fortnite. The game has a history of drawing inspiration from movies such as John Wick and Star Wars; however, this instance marks a unique role reversal. As Fortnite continues to collaborate with a range of musical talent, rumors have begun swirling that singer-songwriter Sabrina Carpenter could be the next artist featured in Fortnite Festival, though fans are eagerly awaiting confirmation from Epic Games.
As anticipation builds for the next chapter in Elphaba’s journey, Wicked: For Good, slated for release on November 21, 2025, gamers are also excited about the new content in Fortnite. The recently launched OG Season 2 includes an array of new cosmetics and secret quests.Fortnite enthusiasts can buy the Season 2 OG pass for 1, 000 V-Bucks, unlocking up to 45 unique rewards until March 25.
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