Star Wars enthusiasts eager to dive into the first few episodes of Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld will need to venture into Fortnite to catch the series premiere before it hits Disney+. Epic Games has exciting news for fans, announcing that the initial two episodes of this animated spinoff will debut exclusively within Fortnite. This move aligns with their strategy to ramp up Star Wars content for the upcoming Galactic Battle season, which promises a galaxy full of Star Wars-themed rewards and experiences.
Starting at 10 a.m. ET on May 2, you can experience the launch of Tales of the Underworld with two episodes spotlighting Asajj Ventress on the Star Wars Watch Party island. This is two days before the series becomes available on Disney+. To sweeten the deal, Epic encourages fans to link their Epic Games and MyDisney accounts, rewarding eligible players with a First Order Stormtrooper outfit. While the full scope of benefits from linking accounts remains under wraps, Epic hints at more exciting perks on the horizon."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," Epic Games President Adam Sussman stated. "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."
You'll have until May 11 to catch both episodes of Tales of the Underworld on the Star Wars Watch Party island, which will also feature a Battle Arena where players can wield lightsabers against waves of enemies. Completing the viewing of both episodes will earn you an exclusive Asajj Ventress loading screen.
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Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld is a six-episode series animated in the style of The Clone Wars, focusing on the adventures of Asajj Ventress and Cad Bane. The series teases Ventress finding a new chance at life and a new ally, while Bane confronts his past.
Disney's collaboration with Fortnite extends well beyond the upcoming Galactic Battle season. In March 2024, Disney acquired a $1.5 billion stake in Epic, signaling a long-term partnership that will bring more Star Wars, Marvel, and Pixar outfits to the popular battle royale game. Anticipated highlights from the next season include Darth Jar Jar and Emperor Palpatine.
Since its launch in 2017, Fortnite has continued to dominate the gaming space. Recent collaborations, such as the Sabrina Carpenter crossover, have kept the game fresh and engaging, encouraging players to swap their pickaxes for dancing shoes.
