Fortnite is set to immerse players in a galaxy far, far away with its upcoming season, Galactic Battle, launching on May 2. This season promises an epic Star Wars experience, complete with a themed Battle Pass and a five-part saga that will keep players engaged with weekly surprises. A standout feature of this season is the introduction of Darth Jar Jar to the Battle Royale, which was announced during the Star Wars Celebration. Adding to the excitement, players will soon harness the power of Force Lightning as a new in-game ability.
✔️ Star Wars Themed Battle Pass
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✔️ Weekly Gameplay Content
✔️ Culminating in a Live End of Season Narrative Event
➡️ Fortnite Galactic Battle arrives May 2, 2025 pic.twitter.com/JmRStRA2Um
The Galactic Battle season will also feature Emperor Palpatine and unique mashups such as the Wookiee Cuddle Team Leader in the Battle Pass. New additions to the Item Shop will include Mace Windu, while players will have the thrill of piloting and co-piloting iconic spacecraft like X-Wings and TIE Fighters. Themed map locations will further enhance the Star Wars immersion.
The narrative will unfold over several weeks, each with its own 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 culminate in a gripping live in-game narrative event, making players feel as though they are holding the fate of the galaxy in their hands.
For more Star Wars excitement, don't miss out on the latest from Star Wars Celebration, including insights from The Mandalorian & Grogu's Sigourney Weaver, Hayden Christensen's return as Anakin, and updates from the panels on The Mandalorian & Grogu, Ahsoka, and Andor.