New to Fortnite Trading Cards?

Fortnite trading cards are officially licensed collectible cards featuring your favorite skins, characters, and moments from the popular video game. These cards are produced by Panini and include various types:

• Base Cards: Standard cards featuring popular Fortnite skins
• Parallel Cards: Special foil and holographic versions
• Insert Cards: Rare special cards with unique designs
• Autograph Cards: Cards signed by Fortnite content creators

Panini America first partnered with Epic Games to produce Fortnite trading cards in 2019, marking the beginning of an exciting new collectible category. Here's the timeline of Fortnite card releases:

• 2019 - Series 1: The first official Fortnite trading cards featuring iconic Season 1-4 skins like Renegade Raider and Black Knight
• 2021 - Series 2: Expanded the collection with Chapter 2 skins and improved card quality with enhanced parallels
• 2022 - Series 3: Latest release featuring modern skins from recent seasons and collaborations

Panini's expertise in sports cards translated perfectly to gaming collectibles, creating high-quality cards that capture the vibrant world of Fortnite. Each series has grown in popularity, with rare parallel cards and autograph cards becoming highly sought after by collectors worldwide.

Fortnite cards are organized into different series, each containing multiple sets of cards. Each series typically includes:

• Series 1 (2019): The original Fortnite card set
• Series 2 (2021): Expanded with new skins and parallels
• Series 3 (2022): Latest series with modern skins

Use our checklists below to track which cards you need for your collection:

Parallel cards are special versions of base cards with different foiling, colors, or finishes. They're typically rarer and more valuable than base cards. Common parallel types include:

• Holo/Foil: Cards with holographic finishes
• Gold/Silver: Metallic foil parallels
• Cracked Ice: Textured ice-pattern parallels
• Numbered Cards: Limited print run parallels

Prototype cards are extremely rare variations that were produced during the testing phases of card development. These cards often have slight differences from the final production versions and are highly sought after by collectors:

• Test Prints: Cards used to test different printing techniques and colors
• Pre-Production Samples: Early versions with minor design differences
• Color Variations: Prototypes with different color schemes than final cards
• Layout Differences: Cards with slightly different positioning of elements

Prototype cards are considered some of the rarest and most valuable in any collection, often commanding premium prices due to their extremely limited availability.

Starting your Fortnite card collection can be exciting! Here are some tips to help you get started:

• Start with a focus: Choose a specific series or your favorite skins
• Learn about condition: Card condition greatly affects value
• Use our price guides: Stay informed about current market values
• Connect with collectors: Join the community for trading opportunities
• Store properly: Use sleeves and toploaders to protect your cards