"Star Wars: Underworld Tales Premieres on Fortnite 2 Days Before Disney+"

Fans eager to dive into the initial episodes of Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld will find themselves navigating to Fortnite for an exclusive premiere before the series hits Disney+. Epic Games has announced an exciting expansion of its Star Wars offerings, revealing that the first two episodes of this animated spinoff will debut exclusively within Fortnite. This move aligns with the studio's commitment to enhancing its Star Wars content during the upcoming Galactic Battle season, which promises a plethora of themed rewards.

"Disney and Epic are pioneering the future of social entertainment together, and this expansive Star Wars collaboration offers a glimpse into the type of interactive experiences we envision," stated Epic Games President Adam Sussman. "We are reimagining what’s possible with immersive storytelling in Fortnite with one of the world’s most beloved franchises - stay tuned for a lot more to come."

The opportunity to watch these episodes will be available until May 11, after which the Star Wars Watch Party island will go offline. In addition to the series, the island will host a Battle Arena where players can engage in lightsaber combat against waves of enemies. Completing both episodes will unlock an exclusive Asajj Ventress loading screen.

Fortnite x Star Wars Watch Party Island Screenshots

View 7 ImagesStar Wars: Tales of the Underworld is a six-episode series, animated in the style of The Clone Wars, following the adventures of Asajj Ventress and Cad Bane. The series promises to explore new facets of their lives, with Ventress encountering a new ally and a fresh start, while Bane faces his past.

Disney's partnership with Fortnite extends beyond the Galactic Battle season. In March 2024, Disney acquired a $1.5 billion stake in Epic, setting the stage for long-term collaboration. This investment will bring more Star Wars, Marvel, and Pixar outfits to Fortnite, with highlights from the next season including Darth Jar Jar and Emperor Palpatine.

Since its launch in 2017, Fortnite has continued to lead the gaming industry, bolstered by collaborations such as the recent crossover with Sabrina Carpenter, which saw players swapping their pickaxes for dancing shoes.