"Fortnite Unveils Darth Jar Jar, Star Wars Battle Pass in Galactic Season"

Get ready, Fortnite fans! The game is set to celebrate Star Wars in an epic fashion with its upcoming season, dubbed "Galactic Battle," launching on May 2. This season promises to immerse players in a Star Wars-themed universe, complete with an exciting Battle Pass and a thrilling five-part saga full of surprises. The highlight? The introduction of Darth Jar Jar to the Battle Royale mode, announced during the Star Wars Celebration. Fans were also teased with more Star Wars-themed fun coming next month, including the addition of Force Lightning as an in-game ability.

Here's what you can look forward to in Fortnite's Galactic Battle:

✔️ Star Wars Themed Battle Pass
✔️ Weekly Gameplay Content
✔️ Culminating in a Live End of Season Narrative Event
➡️ Fortnite Galactic Battle arrives May 2, 2025 pic.twitter.com/JmRStRA2Um

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The Battle Pass will include iconic characters such as Emperor Palpatine and unique mashups like Wookiee Cuddle Team Leader. New additions to the Item Shop will feature Mace Windu, and players will have the chance to pilot and co-pilot X-Wings and TIE Fighters across themed map locations. The excitement doesn't stop there; the season will roll out a saga with different themes each week:

• 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 that promises to make players feel like they're holding the fate of the entire galaxy in their hands. For those eager for more from the Star Wars universe, don't miss out on the latest from Star Wars Celebration, including insights from Sigourney Weaver on her experience with Grogu, a chat with Hayden Christensen about his return as Anakin, and all the biggest updates from The Mandalorian & Grogu, Ahsoka, and Andor panels.