The Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 3 Star Wars season – titled “Galactic Battle” – launches on May 2, 2025, immersing players in an expansive Star Wars-themed experience. This season introduces iconic characters, vehicles, weapons, and locations from the Star Wars universe, offering a rich and engaging gameplay environment.
🗺️ New Map Locations in Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 3 Star Wars Season
The island has been transformed with several Star Wars-inspired points of interest:
- First Order Base: A heavily fortified area teeming with Stormtroopers.
- Resistance Base: A forested stronghold featuring the Millennium Falcon.
- Outpost Enclave: A smuggler’s hub reminiscent of Tatooine settlements.
- Vader Samurai’s Solitude: A secluded area housing a Darth Vader variant.
These locations not only offer thematic immersion but also house high-tier loot and unique challenges.
🛡️ Battle Pass and Star Wars Skins
The Battle Pass features a lineup of new Fortnite skins, including:
- Emperor Palpatine (Darth Sidious)
- General Grievous
- Poe Dameron
- Wookiee Team Leader
- Sith & Jedi Evie
Additional skins such as Darth Jar Jar, Mace Windu, Captain Phasma, and a new Mandalorian are expected to debut throughout the season.
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⚔️ Weapons & Force Abilities
Players can wield an array of Star Wars weaponry and abilities:
- Lightsabers: Available in various colors, including Mace Windu’s purple blade.
- Blasters: Weapons like the E-11 Blaster Rifle, Han Solo’s DL-44, and Chewbacca’s Bowcaster.
- Force Powers: Abilities such as Force Push, Force Lightning, and Force Throw, accessible through holograms of Rey and Emperor Palpatine.
✈️ Vehicles
For the first time, players can pilot iconic Star Wars spacecraft:
- X-Wings: Capable of carrying up to four players.
- TIE Fighters: Designed for two players.
These vehicles add a new dimension to aerial combat and traversal.
📅 Event Schedule
The season features a series of events:
- May 2: Season launch and premiere of “Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld” episodes within Fortnite.
- May 8: “The Pull of the Force” event.
- May 22: “Mandalorian Rising” event.
- May 29: “Star Destroyer Bombardment” event.
- June 7: Season finale event, “Death Star Sabotage,” where players will confront Emperor Palpatine in a live, in-game mission.
🎁 Free Stormtrooper Skin
Players can obtain a free First Order Stormtrooper outfit by linking their Epic Games account with a MyDisney account before August 31, 2025.