The gaming universe is about to witness an unprecedented collision as the Death Star prepares to cast its shadow over Fortnite. Following previous world-ending threats like Marvel's Galactus in Chapter 2 Season 3, the iconic Star Wars superweapon will soon target the battle royale island in what promises to be Epic Games' most ambitious crossover yet.

Announced during Star Wars Celebration Japan, the Galactic Battle season will transport players to a galaxy far, far away with new playable skins of legendary Jedi Master Mace Windu and the fan-theorized Sith Lord Darth Jar Jar. The Death Star's inclusion pays homage to its terrifying debut in A New Hope, potentially setting the stage for an explosive in-game event.

First Glimpse of the Death Star

Trusted leakers like ShiinaBR have shared what appears to be authentic images from data miners SpushFNBR and KPMisParrot, showing the spherical battle station hovering menacingly above the island. The leaked visuals confirm the Death Star's signature superlaser array, suggesting it may play an active role during the season.

While Fortnite has previously featured Star Wars cosmetics and even Emperor Palpatine's message before The Rise of Skywalker, the Galactic Battle season represents Epic's deepest dive into the Star Wars universe. The event runs from May 2 through June, potentially culminating in a Death Star assault reminiscent of Luke Skywalker's legendary trench run.

A Growing Threat

Reports indicate the Death Star will gradually approach the island throughout the season, its visible size increasing as the threat escalates. This dynamic implementation mirrors the weapon's ominous presence in the original trilogy, building tension before what could be a spectacular in-game showdown.

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