A new Fortnite trailer was released this last weekend during Star Wars Celebration Japan. In it, fans got a look at Darth Jar Jar and his Force lightning abilities. This was during a trailer that was released for Fortnite: Galactic Battle. This collaboration between Fortnite and Star Wars is launching on May 2, 2025. Check out the trailer below!
Fortnite Galactic Battle Teaser Trailer
The trailer was unveiled on the Star Wars Celebration LIVE! Stage. Ahmed Best, who brought (and brings) Jar Jar Binks to life, was on hand for the announcement. Best is a fan of gaming and Fortnite in particular. He enjoys playing this with his son. He shared his excitement of seeing a beloved Star Wars character like Darth Jar Jar brought to life for the first time in the game, so that players and fans can play with him.
Details About Fortnite: Galactic Battle
Rolling out as a new Battle Royale Season in Fortnite, Galactic Battle begins May 2 and is a five-part saga where players will experience new Star Wars gameplay every week through early June.
Players can expect a number of surprises from across every established Star Wars era including:
- A Star Wars-themed Battle Pass featuring iconic characters like Emperor Palpatine and mashups like Wookiee Cuddle Team Leader as seen on stage at Star Wars Celebration Japan
- All-new Item Shop offerings including Mace Windu
- The ability to pilot and co-pilot X-wings and TIE fighters
- Themed map locations
And so much more to come!
Each week will have a different overarching theme:
- 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
The five-part saga will lead up to an in-game narrative live event that will surely have players feeling like they’ve got the fate of the whole galaxy in their hands.
The segment and reveal wrapped up with a group of Wookiee Team Leader cosplayers joining Best on the Celebration LIVE! Stage. They could be seen throughout the day on the convention floor.
What do you think of this announcement? How about the trailer? Share your thoughts and opinions in the comments below!
