Fortnite new season has officially begun, and it’s one of the biggest collaborations the game has ever seen. Starting May 2, Fortnite: Galactic Battle is bringing a full Star Wars-themed season to the battle royale, including weekly content drops, an exclusive Disney+ premiere, and a ton of new gameplay experiences across Fortnite, LEGO Fortnite, and Rocket League.
Let’s break down everything that’s happening in this galactic-sized update.
Epic Games and Disney have teamed up for the most expansive Fortnite new season yet, launching on May 2, 2025. The season, called Galactic Battle, will run until June 7 and will transform Fortnite into a Star Wars battleground. The update includes new POIs, character skins like Emperor Palpatine and General Grievous, Force powers, and even the premiere of the Star Wars animated series inside the game — before it airs on Disney+.
Big Bang Star Wars Crossover in Fortnite
For the first time in Fortnite’s history, the battle royale has an entire season dedicated to Star Wars. Players will see Star Destroyers fly through the skies, train with Force holograms and do battle in new locations like the Resistance Base and Vader Samurai’s Solitude.
You can wield lightsabers, learn Force abilities like Force Push and Force Lightning or fly iconic ships like X-Wings and TIE Fighters. Week by week, the season evolves with new content, including the arrival of characters like Chewbacca, Han Solo, Mace Windu and even Mandalorian reinforcements.
One of the highlights? A new Star Wars Watch Party Island will go live on May 2 at 10 AM ET, where players can watch the first two episodes of Tales of the Underworld, the first-ever Disney+ series to premiere in Fortnite.
Force Powers, Lightsabers and Blaster-Only Combat
On day one, combat transforms into Star Wars mode – lightsabers and blasters dominate the battlefield. Players can earn special Force abilities by training with holograms of Jedi and Sith. These powers not only enhance your mobility but also provide a strategic advantage during battle.
Weapons include:
- DL-44 Blaster Pistol
- ACP Scatter Blaster
- E-11 Blaster
- Thermal Imploder
New gameplay mechanics allow players to run faster, double jump, and become immune to fall damage while using a lightsaber.
Join the LEGO Fortnite and Rocket League Galactic Fun
The Star Wars celebration extends to LEGO Fortnite and Rocket League. In LEGO Fortnite, players can enjoy the Star Wars Festival at Brick Life or join the Rapid Survival Test at Odyssey, which runs in a timed window from May 15 to May 26.
The First Order LEGO Pass, available May 2, unlocks themed builds like Captain Phasma and the AT-AT and First Order Base.
In Rocket League, a new 2v2 limited-time mode called Car Wars will debut May 2-16. Use your TIE pilot skills to dominate the Force-themed arena, complete with a lightsaber mutator and new Star Wars rewards.
Battle Pass and Unlockables
The Star Wars Battle Pass runs May 2 to June 7 and includes free and premium rewards. New outfits include:
- Apprentice Evie
- Poe Dameron
- Wookiee Team Leader
- Emperor Palpatine
- General Grievous (available in late May)
Players can unlock the First Order Stormtrooper outfit by linking their Epic and MyDisney accounts and get ready for future cross-platform experiences between Fortnite and Disney.
What’s Next?
The Galactic Battles season will unfold in “episodic” chapters throughout May, featuring events like:
- May 8: Luke, Leia, Han, and the Force Bridge arrive
- May 15: Chewbacca and the Wookiee Bowcaster
- May 22: Mandalorian soldiers and iconic weapons
- May 29: Battle on the Star Destroyer
Each week brings deeper immersion and new gameplay that elevates the Star Wars experience within Fortnite.
Fortnite Galactic Battle Cinematic Trailer
Conclusion
The new Fortnite season is a bold leap forward in interactive storytelling, gaming, and fandom. With the in-game premiere of Disney’s Tales of the Underworld, major weekly updates, and immersive Star Wars content across multiple epic titles, Fortnite: Galactic Battles is more than just a season—it’s a galactic-level event you won’t want to miss.
So grab your lightsaber, link your accounts, and jump in—the galaxy is waiting for you.
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