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Watch ‘Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld’ Early in Fortnite—Disney+ Premiere Delayed!

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A brand-new animated series titled “Tales from the Underworld“, which is part of the Star Wars universe, is coming soon from Lucasfilm and Disney+ on May 4, 2025. Excited fans who can’t wait to watch it will get an early sneak peek as the series will debut with a two-episode premiere in an unconventional setting – inside the popular game, Fortnite. To witness this exclusive event, simply download the free-to-play Battle Royale Game and log in to find a special virtual screen within Fortnite. This isn’t the first time Epic Games has collaborated with Star Wars, but it looks like it will be their most significant partnership yet.

The announcement arrives following the disclosure that the upcoming Fortnite season will adopt a Star Wars motif, featuring a Battle Pass brimming with Star Wars character skins and cosmetic items. Every Fortnite season boasts a unique theme, accompanied by modifications and adjustments to the game’s map to align with it. This isn’t the first instance of a season based on an IP (Intellectual Property)— Fortnite has previously featured themes inspired by the Marvel Universe and its characters and settings.

As a film enthusiast, I can’t contain my excitement! On May 2, I’ll be immersed in the galaxy far, far away as I step into “Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld” within Fortnite. Coincidentally, this is the same day the new Star Wars-themed Fortnite season commences! You might recall that Fortnite has a history of bringing film and TV projects to life, even hosting screenings of movies like Inception on a special server for friends to enjoy together. More recently, Fortnite hosted a D23 event where players could gather in a Marvel-themed room to watch a live stream. So buckle up, fellow fans, it’s going to be quite the cinematic adventure!

‘Fortnite’ & ‘Star Wars’ Are About to Have Their Biggest Collaboration Yet

The new series, titled “Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld“, shares a similar style with “Tales of the Jedi“. Unlike its predecessor, this show delves into the murkier aspects of the galaxy. Notable Star Wars characters like Asajj Ventress and Cad Bane will be the main focus, shedding light on their backstory and motivations. Following the conclusion of “Andor” season 2, Lucasfilm is keeping up the momentum with this latest animated project on the small screen.

In addition to the initial airing of two episodes on Fortnite, an assortment of Star Wars character skins will be accessible for players to acquire. There will also be fresh locations to discover, enhancing the fusion of the Star Wars and Fortnite universes. Although this approach might seem unusual for debuting a new series, it provides a unique opportunity for many more individuals to watch the new Disney+ show, particularly considering Fortnite’s substantial player community.

For the first time ever, Disney+ is introducing a new series within Fortnite, potentially paving the way for future collaborations between streaming platforms and video games. If the response is positive, debuting sneak peeks and early viewings in gaming environments like Fortnite could become a powerful marketing strategy. Additionally, the premiere offers players an exclusive First Order Stormtrooper costume when they connect their Disney and Epic Games accounts, suggesting that Disney is committed to engaging Fortnite players with Star Wars content.

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2025-04-30 15:33

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