Star Wars to Launch Biggest-Ever ‘Fortnite’ Game Tie-In

“Fortnite” will launch its biggest Star Wars-themed in-game event yet with the May 2 release of “Galactic Battle.” This update will include the popular fan-fiction character Darth Jar Jar.

While “Fortnite” has previously teamed up with Disney-owned Lucasfilm for battle royale seasons featuring Star Wars characters, this five-part battle pass is described by the Epic Games-owned platform as “our most expansive experience” within the galaxy far, far away.

The new Star Wars partnership is the most recent result of Disney’s $1.5 billion investment in “Fortnite” owner Epic, which was made in February 2024. That venture includes game tie-ins with “Fortnite,” like the “Galactic Battle” season, but also plans for a separate Disney universe-centric game.

As part of the battle pass, “Fortnite” will introduce new ability “Force Lighting,” and also allow players to pilot and co-pilot iconic Star Wars ships like X-wings and TIE Fighters.

Per Epic, the new outfits that will be available in the Star Wars-themed battle pass include Emperor Palpatine, two that “put a Star Wars spin on fan-favorite Fortnite original characters” with Apprentice Evie coming in both a Jedi Evie and Sith Evie style, and a Wookiee Team Leader look.

“Fortnite” will launch the “Galactic Battle” season May 2, with Star Wars-themed gameplay released every week through June 7 as laid out below:

• Imperial Takeover – May 2
• The Pull of the Force – May 8
• Mandalorian Rising – May 22
• Star Destroyer Bombardment – May 29
• Death Star Sabotage – June 7

More details about the “Galactic Battle” season will be shared at a later date ahead of the May 2 launch.

Watch a first-look teaser for the new Star Wars-themed “Fortnite” battle pass season via the video below.