Fortnite’s Star Wars Galactic Battle season, launched today, has thrust players into an epic interstellar conflict that will redefine the battle royale experience. This limited-time crossover, running through early June, immerses the island in Star Wars lore with a fully themed weapon pool, iconic locations like Resistance and First Order bases, and thrilling additions like pilotable X-Wings and TIE Fighters.
Weekly updates deliver new weapons, Force abilities, and a gripping five-part narrative, all building toward a live Death Star Sabotage event. From LEGO Fortnite integrations to a Battle Pass starring Emperor Palpatine and Poe Dameron, plus the meme-worthy Darth Jar Jar Binks, this season is a love letter to Star Wars and Fortnite fans alike.
Before we get to the list, here's a cinematic trailer for Fortnite Galactic Battle:
Here’s our ranking of its most captivating features, from intriguing to absolutely unmissable.
11 Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld Watch Party Island
Kicking off the list, Fortnite hosts the exclusive premiere of the first two episodes of Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld on a dedicated Watch Party Island on May 2 before its Disney+ debut on May 4. Players can watch together, engage in themed mini-games, and battle Stormtroopers during breaks. While a novel concept, it’s more about immersive fandom than core gameplay, making it a cool but niche addition.
10 Darth Jar Jar Binks
Stealing the spotlight is Darth Jar Jar Binks, a fan-favorite meme turned reality. This Item Shop skin brings the Sith-powered Gungan to life with Force Lightning (possibly a damage-dealing ability). Its playful nod to a viral 2015 Reddit theory makes it a cultural phenomenon, blending humor with Star Wars lore.
9 New Map Locations
The Galactic Battle season revamps the Fortnite island with four Star Wars-themed points of interest: Resistance Base, First Order Base, Outpost Enclave, and Vader Samurai’s Solitude. Landmarks like a crashed AT-AT turned restaurant add flavor, but with only four new locations, the map changes feel somewhat limited compared to the season’s grand scope. Still, they set the stage for epic battles.
Here are images of the POIs, as shared by FNAssist:
8 Flyable X-Wings & TIE Fighters
For the first time, players can pilot X-Wings (carrying one pilot and three passengers) and TIE Fighters (one pilot and one passenger). These vehicles bring Star Wars’s iconic dogfights to Fortnite, offering thrilling aerial combat. They’re a fun addition, though their impact depends on how they balance with ground-based gameplay.
7 Fortnite x Star Wars Weekly Gameplay Updates
The season unfolds as a five-part saga, with weekly updates introducing new weapons, abilities, and narrative beats through early June. From Chewbacca’s Wookiee Bowcaster on May 15 to a Death Star Sabotage event on June 7, these updates keep the season fresh. The structured rollout is exciting but ranks lower due to its gradual reveal.
Each week will have a "different overarching theme", and they are listed below:
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
We can expect this crazy experience on the May 29 event (via HYPEX):
6 Star Wars-Exclusive Weapon Pool
Fortnite vaults its standard weapons for a Star Wars-only arsenal, including blasters that overheat instead of using ammo and a Thermal Imploder grenade. New additions like the CA-87 Jawa Scatter Blaster and Mandalorian Sniper arrive weekly. This bold shift immerses players in the Star Wars universe, though it may polarize fans of traditional Fortnite gunplay.
Here's more info from GhostFNBR and iFireMonkey:
5 LEGO Fortnite Integration
Star Wars extends to LEGO Fortnite with a new storyline featuring Captain Phasma and potentially a Chewbacca skin in the LEGO Pass. A Rapid Survival mode, running May 15–26, pits eight players against each other on a temporary Star Wars island. This cross-mode synergy broadens the season’s appeal, especially for LEGO fans.
Here's FNAssist's breakdown of the LEGO Fortnite integration with the new Star Wars season:
4 Battle Pass Skins
The Galactic Battle Battle Pass includes five skins: Emperor Palpatine, Poe Dameron, General Grievous (quest-based), and Fortnite originals Wookiee Team Leader and Jedi Evie. Additional Item Shop skins like Mace Windu, Captain Phasma, and a customizable Mandalorian offer variety. These iconic and creative designs cater to both Star Wars purists and Fortnite fans.
Here's a look at Apprentice Evie's variants (via ShiinaBR):
3 Force Abilities and Lightsabers
Starting May 8, players can wield Force abilities like Force Lightning to stun enemies, alongside returning lightsabers rumored to be customizable as pickaxes. These powers add a Jedi-versus-Sith dynamic to matches, elevating combat with Star Wars flair. Their mid-season debut slightly tempers their immediate impact.
Loolo shared an explanation about the Force abilities in the Galactic Battle season:
2 General Grievous
A long-awaited addition, General Grievous storms into Fortnite as a quest-based Battle Pass skin and a potential boss at a Sith-themed POI, like Vader Samurai’s Solitude. Fans have clamored for the cyborg Separatist leader since Fortnite’s first Star Wars collaboration in 2019, and his multi-armed, lightsaber-wielding design promises chaotic gameplay. Leaks suggest he may feature unique animations, like a spider-like run, and possibly a Lightsaber Pickaxe, making him a standout for Star Wars prequel fans.
1 Live Narrative Event: Death Star Sabotage
Topping the list is the season’s climax: a live in-game event on June 7, where players undertake a Death Star Sabotage mission. This narrative-driven finale, teased to involve Star Destroyer weapons, promises an epic conclusion to the Galactic Empire’s invasion. Live events are Fortnite’s hallmark, and this one could redefine Star Wars crossovers.
Here's an official description of the Death Star Sabotage mission (via Guille_GAG):
Fortnite’s Galactic Battle season merges Star Wars’s epic scope with Fortnite’s creative chaos, delivering a month-long adventure that peaks with a galaxy-shaking finale. With General Grievous slicing into the fray, this season is a must-play for Jedi, Sith, and Battle Bus regulars alike.
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