Everything you need to know about Fortnite’s Star Wars announcement this weekend

TOI Sports Desk / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Updated: Apr 17, 2025, 20:30 IST

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Fortnite's annual Star Wars crossover returns, with a special announcement slated for the Star Wars celebration in Japan from April 18-20, 2025. Chapter 6, Season 3 will be entirely Star Wars-themed, launching on May 2, 2025, and running until June 8, 2025.

Everything you need to know about Fortnite’s Star Wars announcement this weekend

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Fortnite’s annual Star Wars crossover is making its return, and fans are eagerly anticipating the next phase of this beloved collaboration. As the Star Wars franchise continues to captivate audiences worldwide, Epic Games is gearing up to bring more iconic elements from the Star Wars universe into the Fortnite universe.

Fortnite and Star Wars unite again

The highly anticipated Star Wars celebration event in Japan, happening from April 18 to 20, 2025, will be the stage for a special Fortnite announcement. This event promises to unveil details about the upcoming content in Chapter 6, Season 3, which is set to be entirely Star Wars-centric. For those unable to attend, the good news is that the event will be live-streamed on both the official Star Wars website and YouTube channel. This will allow Fortnite fans worldwide to catch a glimpse of what’s next.

What can players expect from the Fortnite x Star Wars crossover?

While official details remain scarce, a popular leaker @ShiinaBR has provided interesting hints about what will be included in this year’s collaboration. According to sources, players can expect:

A full Star Wars Battle Pass that will bring iconic characters and skins to the Fortnite universe.
New Points of Interest based on Star Wars lore, giving players immersive new locations to explore.
Three bosses and five henchmen to challenge players in these new locations.
Six interactable NPCs, who could offer quests, items, or crucial story elements to enrich the experience.

Some players have even speculated that this year's Star Wars crossover might feature skins from the original trilogy. Additionally, this update is expected to be tightly integrated with the Fortnite storyline, making this collaboration not just a fun event, but also an important narrative in the development of the game.
Fortnite’s Chapter 6, Season 3 will kick off on May 2, 2025, just in time for Star Wars Day on May 4. This event is expected to run until June 8, 2025, allowing players ample amount of time to unlock exclusive content and dive deep into the Star Wars themed season.
As always, the Fortnite x Star Wars crossover promises to bring exciting challenges, new gear, and plenty of surprises for fans of both franchises.
So, mark your calendars and get ready to embrace the Force once again in Fortnite!

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