A recent update to Fortnite has added a number of new emotes and dances to the game, and one specific dance is reminding players of Conor McGregor’s strut:
Compare it to the real thing!
It looks pretty similar. This, of course, wouldn’t be the first time that Fortnite has looked to popular culture for inspiration. Memphis rapper BlocBoy JB’s viral ‘Shoot’ dance was recently added to the game, and Drake lobbied for inclusion of his Hotline Bling dance while joining Fortnite star Ninja on a stream.
It is, however, interesting timing for the game to make a tribute specific to Conor McGregor. While undoubtedly one of the greatest fighters of our time, McGregor has mostly been out of the public eye since last wreaking havoc at the UFC 223 media day.
Still, fans seem mostly excited to have such an iconic celebration in the game:
