Phil Roberts 
An all-new Star Wars event is coming to Fortnite on May the 4th weekend. Join the battle with Luke, Chewie, Lando, and the Death Trooper.
Epic Games has unveiled the much-awaited Fortnite x Star Wars event for May the 4th weekend. This marks the official Star Wars weekend, a significant day for fans worldwide. However, Fortnite is all set to elevate our excitement level to an unprecedented level. After weeks of teasers and endless speculations, the wait is finally over!
Get ready for an epic update in the Fortnite game because it’s bringing in some of the most iconic characters from the original trilogy of Star Wars – Chewbacca and Lando Calrissian! But that’s not all, as the update also includes new Luke Skywalker and AWR Death Trooper skins.
That’s not the end of the excitement because the update also introduces a new Mandalorian-inspired vehicle and a brand new LEGO Star Wars pass, loaded with Tatooine-inspired unlockables. And for all those Fortnite festival enthusiasts, the main stage will be on fire with the famous Star Wars Cantina Band playing their iconic Jam Track. Finally, the infamous Darth Vader and his squad of Imperial Stormtroopers are returning to the map. Brace yourself, as they will closely monitor your every move.
Get ready to dive into a world of thrilling Force-fuelled awesomeness! Our comprehensive report has everything you need and more. Don’t wait any longer; start scrolling down and unpacking the excitement!
REBEL AGAINST THE EMPIRE IN LEGO FORTNITE
The Empire and Rebels are coming to your LEGO Fortnite world… Side with the Rebels by building up the Rebel Village and using tools to keep the Empire at bay: Lightsabers, Bowcasters, DL-44 Blasters, E-11 Blasters, and Thermal Detonators!
Make progress in the LEGO Pass: Rebel Adventure as you help out the Rebellion. This Pass has unlockable rewards including Star Wars Builds and Decor, and the Chewbacca Outfit you’ll get just for upgrading to the Pass’ Premium Reward Track!
CHEWBACCA BRINGS HIS BOWCASTER TO BATTLE ROYALE!
Millennium Falcon co-pilot Chewbacca has been captured and it’s up to you to rescue him! To save him from the claws of the Empire, you’ll need to head to a specific Imperial Roadblock. (The one he’s at changes each match!) Chewbacca will cheer after being liberated, then follow you into battle with his trusty Bowcaster.
Who says Wookiees should have all the fun? Chewbacca will hand you your own Wookiee Bowcaster as a thanks for rescuing him! You can also find one inside Imperial Chests at Imperial Roadblocks across the Island. With this weapon equipped, shoot individual quarrels quickly or charge up a heavier, explosive shot.
WIELD DARTH VADER’S LIGHTSABER ONCE AGAIN!
Darth Vader and the Stormtroopers will be returning to the BR Island in the Lambda Shuttle, which will touch down in one of three set landing zones each match. Defeat Vader in battle and you’ll be able to pick up his lightsaber. Use Darth Vader’s Lightsaber to block incoming fire and swing at enemies, and even throw it at your opponents!
With Stormtroopers come their E-11 Blasters. Grab these returning weapons from defeated Stormtroopers or from Imperial Chests at Vader’s landing sites.
A GALAXY FULL OF QUESTS
Put your Bowcaster and Blaster skills to the test to complete Battle Royale’s Star Wars Quests! You’ll receive a Battle Pass Level Up for completing five of these Quests, and the AWR Pack Back Bling for completing ten.
Battle Royale’s Star Wars Quests will be released in two phases during the crossover: the first on May 3 at 9 AM ET and the second at 9 AM ET on May 7.
The Star Wars bash in Battle Royale, including the Quests, will end May 14 at 9 AM ET!
GET THE GALAXY GROOVIN’ IN FORTNITE FESTIVAL
Jam just like they do on Tatooine! An area inspired by Mos Eisley’s famous Cantina will be coming to the Fortnite Festival Jam Stage on May 3. Create your own version of the famous cantina band by getting up on stage with your friends, or just chill out and appreciate some sandy songs.
UNLOCK THE SEVEN-STRING HALLIKSET GUITAR!
Pick up a Naboo classic. You can unlock the Seven-string Hallikset Guitar by completing seven of Fortnite Festival’s Star Wars Quests! These Quests go live 9 AM ET on May 3. For completing just four, you’ll unlock a Battle Pass Level Up!
“KEEP AWAY FROM THOSE ENERGY BINDERS” – STAR WARS IN ROCKET RACING
Ready your hyperdrive — it’s ‘bout time to boost to the Quest tab! Keep a lookout for Star Wars Quests flipping into Rocket Racing on May 3 at 9 AM ET, and more at 9 AM ET on May 7. Complete seven of these Quests to unlock a Battle Pass Level Up and 14 to unlock the podracing-inspired Energy Binders Trail!
Starting May 3 at 9 AM ET, Rocket Racing will also have May the Fourth Quests. Complete four to unlock Anakin’s Podracer Decal and eight to unlock the Darth Maul Decal! Drive over to the dark side of the track.
STAR WARS COMES TO THE SHOP!
A starship-load of items will be entering the Shop — here’s a preview of some of the new offerings that’ll be available:
NEW OUTFITS: DAGOBAH LUKE, LANDO CALRISSIAN, AND AWR TROOPER
Take your pick from a Jedi apprentice, a smooth-talking smuggler, and one of the Empire’s most covert soldiers! The Dagobah Luke, Lando Calrissian, and AWR Trooper Outfits will be in the Shop starting May 3 with the release of v29.40.
It doesn’t matter if you’re from a swampy planet, Cloud City, or the Empire, it’s always nice to have options — that’s why all three of these Outfits also have a LEGO Style!
BOBA FETT, HAN SOLO, KYLO REN, AND MORE RETURN
Looking to fill in the gaps in your Star Wars squad? A bunch of Star Wars Series Outfits will be returning to the Shop throughout this crossover:
Original Trilogy era:
Boba Fett, Han Solo, Imperial Stormtrooper, Leia Organa
New Trilogy era:
Finn, Kylo Ren, Rey, Sith Trooper, Zorii Bliss
A RIDE FIT FOR A BOUNTY HUNTER
Cruise in a car crafted from Mandalorian Steel. The Beskar Car Body is the toughest ride in the galaxy and is available in the Fortnite Shop starting May 3 with the release of v29.40. This Car Body is part of the Beskar Bundle, which includes:
- Beskar Car Body
- Beskar (Din Djarin) Wheels
- The Armorer Beskar Decal
- Beskar (Armorer) Wheels
- Boba Fett Beskar Decal
- Beskar (Boba Fett) Wheels
- Bo-Katan Kryze Beskar Decal
- Beskar (Bo-Katan Kryze) Wheels
- Sabine Wren Beskar Decal
- Beskar (Sabine Wren) Wheels
All the items in the bundle are usable in Rocket Racing, Battle Royale, and creator-made islands where Car items can be used. They’re also eligible for cross-game ownership with Rocket League!
PLAY AN ICONIC STAR WARS SONG!
Take the cantina band’s catchiest song with you across the Fortnite universe with the “Cantina Band” (a.k.a. “Mad About Me”) Jam Track. (You can probably already hear it, can’t you?)
Give “Cantina Band” a go with new intergalactic Instruments. Play like an Ewok percussionist with the Endorian Drum Kit, or if you’re the lead, become a Nalargonist with the Nalargon Keytar.
The “Cantina Band” Jam Track, Endorian Drum Kit, and Nalargon Keytar will be in the Fortnite Shop starting May 3 with the release of v29.40 — take them on tour to Fortnite Festival, Battle Royale, and creator-made islands where jamming’s all good!
FEEL THE FORCE
Hold on to your lightsabers, Star Wars fans! The May the 4th weekend just got a major upgrade thanks to Fortnite and Lucasfilm’s latest update. Brace yourselves for an intergalactic adventure like no other, with an abundance of thrilling content to explore across LEGO Fortnite, Battle Royale, Rocket League, and Fortnite Festival. Epic Games outdid themselves this time, throwing an epic party that promises to be one of the most unforgettable events in the Star Wars calendar. Get ready to feel the Force in a whole new way!
Now, if you’ll excuse me, let’s get moving—we have a battle to win here!
The new Fortnite x Star Wars collaboration event lands on May 3rd.
Meet Phil Roberts! He’s the dedicated owner, daily content manager, and editor-in-chief of The Future of the Force. Phil is a budding novelist who turned his passion toward writing about the franchises he loves back in 2016. He’s a huge fan of all things Star Wars, Batman, DC, Marvel, Star Trek, Indiana Jones, Ghostbusters, King Kong, and the Ray Harryhausen movies. Phil is a BFI-accredited journalist and a distinguished member of the Film Critics Association UK.
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