Following the big announcement at Star Wars Celebration Japan with the reveal of Darth Jar Jar, Disney and Epic Games announced that the Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld animated series will first debut inside Fortnite ahead of its premiere on Disney+.
That’s not all, as fans and players will also be able to get an exclusive Stormtrooper skin.
The details include that the biggest Star Wars collaboration ever in Fortnite begins May 2. Epic Games and Disney announced a full Star Wars-themed Fortnite Battle Royale season, along with an exclusive in-game premiere of Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld — ahead of its Disney+ release on May 4.
Fortnite: Galactic Battle Launches
Starting May 2, Fortnite: Galactic Battle transforms the Battle Royale mode with Star Wars content every week. Players can suit up as Darth Jar Jar or Emperor Palpatine and pilot iconic ships like X-wings and TIE Fighters.
The season will conclude with a special live event called Death Star Sabotage.
Watch Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld in Fortnite
Also on May 2, the Star Wars Watch Party island goes live. Beginning at 10 a.m. ET, players can view the first two episodes of Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld inside Fortnite before it hits Disney+. The episodes feature fan-favorite character Asajj Ventress.
Epic and Disney Preview the Future of Digital Entertainment
Disney and Epic say this collaboration marks the beginning of a new era for entertainment inside games. Sean Shoptaw, Disney’s EVP of Games & Digital Entertainment, said the partnership shows how fans will soon be able to play, watch, create, and connect across ecosystems.
“For the first time, Disney+ is premiering a show inside a game, launching alongside 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,” said Shoptaw. “We’re building the next era of digital entertainment, where fans can play, watch, create and connect – and we’re just beginning to tap into what’s possible.”
Epic Games President Adam Sussman added that the Star Wars collaboration is a first look at how immersive storytelling will evolve inside Fortnite and beyond.
“Disney and Epic are pioneering the future of social entertainment together, and this expansive Star Wars collaboration offers a glimpse into the type of interactive experiences we envision,” said Sussman. “We are reimagining what’s possible with immersive storytelling in Fortnite with one of the world’s most beloved franchises – stay tuned for a lot more to come.”
