Fortnite has unleashed its most ambitious crossover yet with Fortnite: Galactic Battle, a Star Wars-themed season that transforms the battle royale into a galaxy far, far away. Launched on May 2, 2025, just in time for Star Wars Day, this mini-season (Chapter 6, Season 3) immerses players in an Imperial takeover packed with new weapons, vehicles, skins, and story quests. Whether you’re a Jedi hopeful or a Sith sympathizer, here’s everything you need to know to dominate the Galactic Battle and claim your Victory Royale.
What’s New in Galactic Battle?
This season is a full-on Star Wars celebration, overhauling Fortnite’s core mechanics, map, and loot pool. From lightsabers to pilotable starfighters, the game feels like a love letter to Star Wars fans. Here’s a breakdown of the key additions:
- Star Wars-Themed Battle Pass: A compact 50-tier pass featuring iconic characters like Emperor Palpatine, Poe Dameron, and Darth Jar Jar. It costs 1,000 V-Bucks (or is included with Fortnite Crew) and includes 1,000 V-Bucks in rewards, plus a bonus skin with unique cosmetics.
- New Loot Pool: Traditional guns are gone, replaced by 12 blasters (like the E-11 Blaster and A280-CFE with a scope) and five unique lightsabers (red and blue variants included). Mythic weapons, such as Captain Phasma’s F-11D Blaster, drop from boss fights.
- Force Powers: Train with holograms of Star Wars characters to unlock Force abilities, usable only with a lightsaber. These powers add a dynamic layer to combat, letting you push, pull, or leap like a Jedi.
- Vehicles: Pilot X-Wings and TIE Fighters for epic dogfights, though they’re banned in competitive tournaments. Find them at specific map locations like the First Order Base.
- Map Changes: New points of interest (POIs) include the First Order Base, Resistance Base, and Outpost Enclave, alongside a junkyard of AT-ATs hiding a secret loot cave.
- Story Quests: Unlike past seasons, story quests are hidden across the map, marked by blue circles in the Quests tab. Explore to unlock them and follow the Galactic Battle narrative.
How to Thrive in Galactic Battle
To succeed in this blaster-heavy, Force-fueled season, you’ll need strategy. Below, we’ve split tips into two columns for newer players and veterans, ensuring everyone can wield the Force effectively.
| Beginner Tips | Veteran Tips |
|---|---|
| Land at Quiet Spots: Drop at Vader Samurai or Outpost Enclave to gear up safely. These areas have ample chests and fewer players early on. | Master the A280-CFE: This scoped blaster is the meta for medium- to long-range fights. Pair it with a lightsaber for versatility. |
| Learn Blaster Basics: Blasters don’t use ammo, so spray away! Start with the E-11 Blaster—it’s reliable and common, like a Stormtrooper’s best friend. | Hunt Mythic Weapons: Take on bosses like Captain Phasma or Shogun X for Mythics like Phasma’s F-11D Blaster, which has a medallion to prevent overheating. |
| Find a Lightsaber: Visit hologram NPCs to grab a lightsaber and unlock Force powers. Practice blocking blaster shots to survive firefights. | Exploit the Loot Cave: Hotwire an AT-AT in the junkyard for access to a secret cave with chests and Slurp Barrels. It’s a game-changer for early loot. |
| Stick to Zero Build: If building feels overwhelming, play Zero Build mode to focus on combat and movement while learning the new weapons. | Plan for Updates: New content drops weekly (e.g., Chewbacca on May 15, Mandalorian NPCs on May 22). Adjust your loadout as the loot pool evolves. |
| Try Story Quests: Explore blue-marked areas to find quests. They’re a fun way to earn XP and learn the map without intense PvP. | Prep Arrangements for the Live Event: The June 7 “Death Star Sabotage” event pits you against Palpatine. Stock up on high-tier gear beforehand. |
Weekly Updates and Events
Galactic Battle unfolds over five weeks, with new content dropping regularly to keep the season fresh. Here’s the schedule:
- May 15: Chewbacca arrives with his Wookiee Bowcaster and the CA-87 Jawa Scatter Blaster, perfect for close-range chaos.
- May 22: Mandalorian NPCs (scout, medic, supply, or heavy) join the fight, and jetpacks return for high-flying mobility.
- May 29: A Star Destroyer portal spawns once per match, letting one player control its bombardment—a devastating new mechanic.
- June 7: The “Death Star Sabotage” live event closes the season. Team up to battle Emperor Palpatine with lightsabers, Darth Vader cameos, and explosive chaos.
Beyond Battle Royale, the Star Wars Watch Party island (available from May 2) lets players watch the first two episodes of Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld 48 hours before they hit Disney+. You can also play mini-games and duel with no-damage lightsabers. Connecting your Epic and MyDisney accounts by April 29 unlocks a free First Order Stormtrooper outfit.
LEGO Fortnite and Beyond
The Star Wars takeover extends to LEGO Fortnite Brick Life with a Star Wars Festival. Log in to claim a free Festival Ticket and take on quests from Apprentice Evie, like voting for the Rebel Alliance or Galactic Empire. Rewards include Creds, XP, and a Lightsaber Bench. The Item Shop also features new and returning cosmetics, including Mace Windu, Mandalorian Warrior, and the fan-favorite Darth Jar Jar.
Why Galactic Battle Feels Special
This isn’t just another crossover—Fortnite has gone all-in, replacing every gun with a blaster, adding pilotable starfighters, and weaving a narrative through hidden story quests. The season’s shorter five-week run (ending June 7, 2025) makes every match feel urgent, and the promise of weekly updates keeps the galaxy evolving. Whether you’re chasing the Death Star Victory Umbrella (earned by winning a match) or dueling Vader Samurai for mythic loot, Galactic Battle delivers a Star Wars experience that’s as thrilling as a TIE Fighter chase.
Final Thoughts
Fortnite: Galactic Battle is a must-play for Star Wars fans and Fortnite players alike. Its bold changes—like an ammo-free loot pool and Force-powered combat—make every match feel fresh, while the Battle Pass and events offer plenty to chase. Drop into the First Order Base, ignite your lightsaber, and join the fight before the Death Star Sabotage event wraps things up on June 7. Fortnite has had many collabs and will continue to do so, they have even done Star Wars many times now. However, this just means we get more and more fresh content for the fans as soon as possible. If you don’t like all of these changes and want to play the way that it was, remmber to check out Old School Fortnite Playlist or OG. May the Force be with you—and good luck securing that Victory Royale!
