Summary

  • Fortnite has revealed its latest collaboration with Star Wars, spanning the entire upcoming season.
  • Chapter 6 Season 3: Galactic Battle will begin on May 2, introducing new vehicles, missions, rewards, and skins, including a character’s meme alter ego.
  • A long-running meme and fan theory finally becomes reality through the Darth Jar Jar Fortnite skin, rumored to be released during the Star Wars themed season.

Fortnite’s Star Wars season is launching just in time for Star Wars Day, and one revelation just made it better. Darth Jar Jar – yes, you read that correctly – will be joining the battle royale game! Epic Games and Lucasfilm shocked fans with this announcement during the Star Wars Celebration 2025 event.  This unexpected crossover is part of Chapter 6 Season 3: Galactic Battle on May 2. Here’s everything we know about the Darth Jar Jar Fortnite collab.

Darth Jar Jar Finally Becomes Reality

Long a fan theory and internet meme, Darth Jar Jar will finally become playable content. Fans are hyping up this discovery, excited to see the infamous Gungan character’s reimagined version. Ahmed Best, the original actor who portrayed Jar Jar Binks, reportedly confirmed his involvement in this unexpected twist. Star Wars’ official social media accounts have also joined in on the fun.

The rumors are true… Darth Jar Jar is coming to Fortnite.

— Star Wars (@starwars) April 20, 2025

Jar Jar first appeared in Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace as a comic relief character for the series. However, fans over the years had devised increasingly ridiculous theories about his hidden power and possible allyship with the Sith. Now, Jar Jar finally gets to live as his Sith Lord alter ego through the Darth Jar Jar Fortnite skin.

According to leakers, players will still be able to play Jar Jar as the bumbling Gungan everyone remembers. The skin will have two edit styles, but let’s be honest. Everyone’s picking the Darth Jar Jar version!

Star Wars Season Brings Epic Content

The Darth Jar Jar Fortnite crossover is just the beginning of what looks to be a fully immersive Star Wars season. Players can expect:

  • X-Wing and TIE Fighter vehicles: Players can engage in epic dogfights using these iconic starfighters
  • Star Destroyers and Death Star: The Imperial fleet will make its presence known above the island
  • Weekly missions and narrative events: From May 2 to June 7, new content will roll out weekly

Here’s a schedule of the weekly gameplay content to be added as part of the Star Wars and Fortnite collab:

  • May 2 – Imperial Takeover
  • May 8 – Pull of the Force
  • May 22 – Mandalorian Rising
  • May 29 – Star Destroyer Bombardment
  • June 7 – Death Star Sabotage

Each update promises to bring new gameplay elements, locations, and challenges. Players might explore Tatooine-themed areas and battle against Imperial forces while the story unfolds.

Complete List of Confirmed Star Wars Skins

Beyond the Darth Jar Jar Fortnite skin, numerous Star Wars characters will be available throughout the season. According to leakers, many of these skins will be available through the Chapter 6 Season 3 Battle Pass, while others might appear in the Item Shop.

  • Emperor Palpatine
  • Mace Windu with his iconic purple lightsaber
  • Mandalorian warriors
  • Poe Dameron
  • Captain Phasma
  • Wookie Team Leader Remix (a Fortnite x Star Wars hybrid)
  • Sith/Jedi Evie Remix (another hybrid character)

If Darth Jar Jar is included in the Battle Pass, purchasing it will also give players progressive rewards. Additionally, you can complete weekly challenges to earn XP and stars or participate in special events for exclusive gifts.

Conclusion

This new Star Wars collaboration can make even non-fans curious about wielding lightsabers and flying X-Wings in Fortnite. The upcoming Galactic Battle season is just so promising, and the Darth Jar Jar Fortnite announcement added to the hype. With tons of new skins and rewards, missions, and other weekly content, you’ll surely be having a galactic blast! Dive into the month-long battle royale fun – and maybe even play as the internet’s favorite Sith theory, Darth Jar Jar.