"Star Wars: Underworld Tales Premieres on Fortnite 2 Days Before Disney+"

Star Wars fans eager to dive into the initial episodes of Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld will need to jump into Fortnite to catch the series premiere before it hits Disney+. Epic Games has announced an exciting expansion of its Star Wars content, revealing that the first two episodes of this anticipated animated spinoff will debut exclusively within Fortnite. This move is part of Epic's strategy to enhance its Star Wars offerings during the upcoming Galactic Battle season, which is all about delivering an immersive Star Wars experience.

You can watch 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 the series becomes available to Disney+ subscribers. Epic Games is also encouraging fans to link their Epic Games and MyDisney accounts, rewarding eligible players with a First Order Stormtrooper outfit. While the full extent of the benefits from connecting these accounts remains undisclosed, Epic hints at more perks on the horizon.

"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," said Epic Games President Adam Sussman. "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."

You have until May 11 to enjoy both episodes of Tales of the Underworld on the Star Wars Watch Party island, after which it will cease to be available. The island will also feature a Battle Arena where players can engage in lightsaber battles against waves of enemies. Completing both episodes will earn you an exclusive 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, focusing on the adventures of Asajj Ventress and Cad Bane. The official description hints that Ventress will encounter a new chance at life and a new ally, while Bane must face his past.

Disney's relationship with Fortnite extends beyond the Galactic Battle season. In March 2024, Disney acquired a $1.5 billion stake in Epic, cementing a long-term collaboration that will bring more Star Wars, Marvel, and Pixar outfits to the popular battle royale game. Notable additions in the next season include Darth Jar Jar and Emperor Palpatine.

Since its launch in 2017, Fortnite has continued to dominate the gaming space. Recent collaborations, such as the one with Sabrina Carpenter, have kept the game fresh and engaging, encouraging players to trade their pickaxes for dancing shoes.