Experience the initial chapters of Star Wars' novel animated miniseries ahead of others by joining Fortnite.
Fortnite's Star Wars Bash Kicks Off:
Swing your lightsaber and zoom into battle with Fortnite's all-new, galaxy-spanning extravaganza - Fortnite: Galactic Battle. This interstellar event commences on May 2, 2025, but don't forget, it's not May the Fourth - sorry, folks on the west coast! The event continues until June 7, 2025, so gear up for five weeks of chaos, action, and never-before-seen content.
Shake Up the Battlefield
Join the battle across multiple themed weeks, exploring fresh battlescapes inspired by the Star Wars universe. The lineup includes:- Imperial Takeover (May 2, 2025)- The Pull of the Force (May 8, 2025)- Mandalorian Rising (May 22, 2025)- Star Destroyer Bombardment (May 29, 2025)- Death Star Sabotage (June 7, 2025).
Golden Tickets to the Miniseries
Fortnite offers a sneak peek at the upcoming Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld miniseries, making it the first platform to stream the first two episodes! You'll be among the first to catch the action, with the episodes available on May 2 at 10 AM ET, well ahead of the series' Disney+ premiere on May the Fourth.
Dive into a Virtual Star Wars Spectacle
On May 2, get ready for a watch party at 7 am PT / 10 am ET / 3 pm BST. The celebration includes epic blaster battles, lightsaber displays, and waves of Stormtroopers to keep things vibrant between episode showings. To immersive your experience, Epic has built an entire Star Wars-themed island brimming with spectacular landscapes inspired by a galaxy far, far away.
"Our partnership with Star Wars is a sneak peek into the type of interactive experiences we're envisioning," says Adam Sussman, Epic's president. "We're reimagining the boundaries of immersive storytelling in Fortnite with one of the world's most beloved franchises—stay tuned for lots more to come!"
Balance of Pros and Cons
It's a win-win situation for devoted Fortnite and Star Wars fanatics! On one hand, this event provides a distinctive way for younger players to engage with Star Wars and potentially establish a lasting passion. On the flip side, non-Fortnite enthusiasts eager for the miniseries may encounter spoilers, potentially spreading across social media even before a significant portion of the audience even has a chance to watch, even if it's merely two days before the full miniseries releases on Disney+.
Whichever side you're on, let's hope the uproar mirrors the chaos of the event in 2019. Although I'm not a die-hard Star Wars devotee - I apologize in advance - I can't wait to witness the excitement of my pals as the event unfolds, capturing a piece of the action myself!
Dress the Part
Show your love for the Force by Sporting Star Wars-themed skins. Link your MyDisney account with your Epic account to score a free Stormtrooper skin, no Disney+ subscription required! Embrace the spirit of the event and indulge in the myriad of Star Wars-inspired content on offer. Who knows, you might even encounter chug jug-wielding rogues dressed as Juice WRLD stirring up trouble!
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- The interstellar event, Fortnite: Galactic Battle, featuring lightsaber fights and Star Wars-themed environment, kicks off on May 2, 2025, and continues until June 7, 2025.
- During this five-week event, players can join themed weeks like Imperial Takeover, The Pull of the Force, Mandalorian Rising, Star Destroyer Bombardment, and Death Star Sabotage.
- Fortnite has partnered with Star Wars to offer early access to the first two episodes of the upcoming Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld miniseries on May 2, 2025, ahead of the series' Disney+ premiere.
- To enhance the experience, Epic has built a Star Wars-themed island with landscapes inspired by the Star Wars universe, and there will be a virtual watch party on May 2, 2025, featuring blaster battles, lightsaber displays, and Stormtrooper appearances.
- This collaboration benefits both Fortnite and Star Wars fans, as it provides a unique way for younger players to engage with Star Wars and potential future fandom, while non-Fortnite enthusiasts may encounter spoilers before the miniseries airs on Disney+.
- To celebrate the Star Wars collaboration, players can link their MyDisney account with their Epic account to receive a free Stormtrooper skin, no Disney+ subscription required.
- As part of the event, players might encounter other participants dressed as chug jug-wielding rogues, reminiscent of Juice WRLD, causing mischief.
