Fortnite is gearing up for an epic celebration of Star Wars with its next season, dubbed "Galactic Battle," set to launch on May 2. This season promises to be a thrilling experience for fans, featuring a Star Wars-themed Battle Pass and a captivating five-part saga filled with surprises. One of the most exciting additions to the Battle Royale is the arrival of Darth Jar Jar, which was announced during the Star Wars Celebration. The event also teased that players will soon be able to wield Force Lightning as an in-game ability, adding a new layer of strategy to the gameplay.
The Galactic Battle season will offer a Star Wars Themed Battle Pass, weekly gameplay content, and will culminate in a live end-of-season narrative event. The excitement doesn't stop there; the Battle Pass will feature iconic characters like Emperor Palpatine and unique mashups such as the Wookiee Cuddle Team Leader. New additions to the Item Shop will include Mace Windu, and players will get the chance to pilot and co-pilot both X-Wings and TIE Fighters. Themed map locations will transport players right into the Star Wars universe.
The Star Wars saga within Fortnite will unfold over several weeks, each with a distinct theme:
- 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
This saga will build up to an in-game narrative live event, where players will feel as though they are holding the fate of the entire galaxy in their hands.
For those interested in more Star Wars Celebration news, don't miss out on insights from The Mandalorian & Grogu's Sigourney Weaver on how Grogu captured her heart, a conversation with Hayden Christensen about reprising his role as Anakin, and all the major updates from the panels on The Mandalorian & Grogu, Ahsoka, and Andor.
