Fortnite is getting a Star Wars Battle Royale with Darth Jar Jar

Summary

Star Wars is set to make a bold return to *Fortnite* with its biggest crossover yet—a new season dubbed Galactic Battle launching on May 2nd. Fans can expect Darth Jar Jar, a playful character born from online theories, alongside Force Lightning, a powerful in-game ability. Ahmed Best revealed he improvised iconic lines for the villainous clone trooper during his Star Wars Celebration appearance. The season also features X-Wings and TIE Fighters, themed maps, and a Battle Pass packed with fan-favorite characters like Emperor Palpatine. With five weekly themes building up to a live narrative event, this partnership solidifies *Fortnite* and Star Wars as pop culture powerhouses.

Additional Summaries

**At Star Wars Celebration in Japan, the Galactic Battle update for Fortnite drops, bringing Jar Jar Binks and Force Lightning into the battle royale.** This new Battle Royale features X-Wings, TIE Fighters, themed maps, and a new item shop offering Mace Windu. The Galactic Battle will span five weeks with themes culminating in a live event on June 7th. Ahmed Best, known for Jar Jar Binks' voice, revealed that "I am the Phantom Menace" was improvvised during the reveal.