"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 need to venture into Fortnite to catch the series before it lands on Disney+.

Epic Games unveiled today how it plans to enhance its Star Wars offerings, announcing that the first two episodes of the upcoming animated spinoff will premiere exclusively through Fortnite. This move is part of Epic's strategy to bolster its Star Wars content during the upcoming Galactic Battle season, which promises a slew of Star Wars-themed rewards.

You can catch the premiere of Tales of the Underworld, featuring Asajj Ventress, on the Star Wars Watch Party island starting at 10 a.m. ET on May 2—two days before its Disney+ debut. Epic encourages fans to link their Epic Games and MyDisney accounts, offering a First Order Stormtrooper outfit as an incentive. While the full scope of benefits from linking accounts remains under wraps, Epic hints at "more benefits to come."

“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.”

The Star Wars Watch Party island will host these episodes until May 11, after which it will no longer be available. The island also includes a Battle Arena where players can engage in combat, wielding lightsabers against waves of enemies. Watching both episodes rewards viewers with an 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 official description hints at Ventress finding a new lease on life and a new ally, while Bane confronts his past.

Disney’s partnership with Fortnite extends beyond the Galactic Battle season. In March 2024, the House of Mouse acquired a $1.5 billion stake in Epic, setting the stage for long-term collaboration. This investment will lead to more joint projects and the inclusion of additional Star Wars, Marvel, and Pixar outfits in the popular battle royale game. Anticipated highlights for the next season include Darth Jar Jar and Emperor Palpatine.

Since its 2017 launch, Fortnite has continued to dominate the space. Recent collaborations, such as the one with Sabrina Carpenter, have kept the game at the forefront, encouraging players to put down the pickaxes and put on their dancing shoes.