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Fortnite Launches Month-Long Star Wars Push With New Games and In-Game Film Preview

The push positions Fortnite as the central stage for Star Wars marketing following Disney’s investment in Epic.

Overview

  • Fortnite, which switched on hundreds of Star Wars Creative islands and three flagship UEFN games Friday, now serves as the campaign hub for May.
  • The Mandalorian & Grogu Watch Party Island will show a 10‑minute preview with a message from director Jon Favreau on May 19, and a 20‑minute visit grants a Mandalorian Sanctuary loading screen while players run deputy missions on Nevarro.
  • The roadmap continues with a LEGO Fortnite Odyssey Star Wars update on May 14 and an in‑game Q&A with Favreau on May 26.
  • LEGO’s UCS Mandalorian N‑1 Starfighter opened to Insiders May 1–3 with free gifts, then goes on general sale May 4 as part of May the 4th promotions running through May 6.
  • Disney Store and Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge will release five limited‑edition collector sets on May 4 at 8 a.m. PT, each capped at 5,500 units and sold online and in parks.