Starting May 2, Fortnite is launching a major collaboration with Star Wars, further expanding its Disney metaverse.
In an effort to deepen the integration between Disney and Fortnite, players are encouraged to link their Disney+ and Epic Games accounts.
Doing so will unlock exclusive in-game rewards and is being viewed as a first step toward a broader shared digital universe.
Fortnite is well known for its vast library of character skins, from pop culture icons like Family Guy’s Peter Griffin to real-world celebrities like Sabrina Carpenter.
Beginning with the launch of Galactic Battle on May 2, players can take part in a five-part Star Wars adventure and access a lineup of new character skins.
While some characters are being kept under wraps until the event goes live, several have already been revealed:
Based on some early fan votes, Darth Jar Jar has emerged as the most highly anticipated skin.
Starting April 29, players can link their Epic Games and MyDisney accounts.
Doing so will grant access to an exclusive First Order Stormtrooper outfit, with more benefits expected to roll out in the future.
Sean Shoptaw, Executive Vice President, Disney Games & Digital Entertainment said the launch was “our largest Star Wars collaboration with Fortnite to date – giving fans and players an exciting first look at the kinds of experiences they can expect as we shape a new future together.”
This collaboration follows the announcement of a multi-billion-dollar partnership between Epic Games and Disney in 2024.
Star Wars partnerships have been integral to Fortnite for the last few years, with multiple releases for key moments in the franchise.
Here is a list of all of the current Star Wars skins .
Name | Release Date | Cost (V-Bucks) |
---|---|---|
Imperial Stormtrooper | 2019 | 1500 |
Finn | 2019 | 1500 |
Rey | 2019 | 1500 |
Sith Trooper | 2019 | 1500 |
Kylo Ren | 2019 | 1500 |
Zorii Bliss | 2019 | 1500 |
Mandalorian | 2020 | Battle Pass Only |
Boba Fett | 2021 | 1500 |
Fennec Shand | 2021 | 1500 |
Krrsantan | 2021 | 1500 |
Darth Vader | 2022 | Battle Pass Only |
Luke Skywalker | 2022 | 1500 |
Leia Organa | 2022 | 1500 |
Han Solo | 2022 | 1500 |
Darth Maul | 2023 | Event Pass Only |
Clone Trooper Variants | 2023 | Event Pass Only |
Padme Amidala | 2023 | 1500 |
Anakin Skywalker | 2023 | 1500 |
501st & 212th Troopers | 2023 | 800 |
Ahsoka | 2023 | Battle Pass Only |
Chewbacca | 2024 | 1400 |
AWR Trooper | 2024 | 1500 |
Lando Calrissian | 2024 | 1500 |
Dagobah Luke | 2024 | 1200 |
In a first for the company, Disney will premiere the first two episodes of its new animated anthology series, Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld, exclusively within Fortnite.
The episodes will be shown on the Star Wars Watch Party island, launching May 2.
Developed using the Unreal Editor for Fortnite and official Star Wars assets, the Watch Party island promises a cinematic experience “inspired by a galaxy far, far away.”