Emotes are a cornerstone of Fortnite, serving as essential tools for communication, celebration, and self-expression on the battlefield. These cosmetic items—ranging from dances and taunts to holiday specials—are available in both Battle Royale and Save the World modes. With frequent additions via the Item Shop (using V-Bucks) or Battle Pass unlocks, emotes let players stand out in unique ways. Drawing from years of community feedback and in-game experience, here are our top 5 must-have Fortnite emotes.
Top 5 Best Emotes in Fortnite
1. Go Cat Go
2. Isabella "Extracurricular"
3. Hey Now
4. Macarena
5. Infinite Dab
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Released in June 2020, this emote was a Battle Pass reward for completing 60 tiers. Initially exclusive to the Kit outfit, a glitch allowed use with other skins, adding to its charm and special functionality that endeared it to players.
One of Fortnite's standout emotes with hidden features, it launched in Chapter 2 Season 6 bundled with the Isabella skin from the Item Shop. Owners witness a magical transformation into her witch form mid-emote, making it a fan favorite for its surprise element.
This energetic emote series costs 500 V-Bucks in the Item Shop. Set to catchy lyrics like "My best friend and your best friend sit by the fire... Hey now!", it's perfect for hyping up squads and has become a staple in victory celebrations.
From the Icon Series, this rare looped chorus dance emote was famously leaked early via Epic's Content Creator assets. Once purchased, any equipped skin performs it on demand, capturing the timeless party vibe that resonates across generations of players.
A seamless, endless loop of side-to-side dabs, this emote's simplicity and loopability make it incredibly popular and one of the most purchased in Fortnite history—ideal for sustained taunts or non-stop flair.
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