Epic Games is rolling out its v29.40 update for Fortnite, which promises an exciting Star Wars-themed extravaganza across its various modes, aligning with the Star Wars Day celebrations on May 4th. This update enriches Fortnite Battle Royale, Lego Fortnite, Fortnite Festival, and Rocket Racing with immersive content from the Star Wars universe.
Fortnite Battle Royale Star Wars Content
The Battle Royale mode will feature several Star Wars additions through May 14:
- New Landmark - Camp: Players can rescue Chewbacca, who will then assist in battle with his iconic Bowcaster.
- Weapons and Enemies: The update brings Imperial Chests, E-11 Blasters, and the return of Darth Vader and Stormtroopers. Players can engage Darth Vader in combat to gain his lightsaber, which can be used to block shots and attack enemies.
- Star Wars Quests: Two phases of special quests will be launched, offering rewards such as Battle Pass level-ups and the AWR Pack Back Bling. The quests are a mix of combat challenges and exploration tasks across the island.
Lego Fortnite: Rebel Adventure
Lego Fortnite introduces a new playable island with a Rebel village theme, where players can:
- Build and Defend: Construct the Rebel Village and defend it using Star Wars weaponry like Lightsabers and DL-44 Blasters.
- LEGO Pass: Progress through the Rebel Adventure LEGO Pass to unlock themed builds, decorations, and even a Chewbacca outfit for premium track holders.
Fortnite Festival and Rocket Racing
Both modes will feature unique Star Wars-themed quests starting May 3:
- Fortnite Festival: Celebrate at a Mos Eisley Cantina-inspired stage and complete quests to unlock the Seven String Hallikset Guitar.
- Rocket Racing: Engage in races while completing Star Wars quests to earn rewards like Anakin’s Podracer Decal and the Darth Maul Decal. Rocket Racing will also introduce a podracing-inspired Energy Binders trail.
New Shop Items
Several new items will be available in the Fortnite shop, including:
- Character Outfits: Dagobah Luke, Lando Calrissian, and AWR Trooper outfits.
- Other Additions: The Beskar Car Body, which grants a car for Rocket League players, and the “Mad About Me” Jam Track from the famous Cantina scene.
This extensive update ensures that players across all modes of Fortnite can immerse themselves in the Star Wars universe, celebrating iconic characters and moments through interactive gameplay and new quests. Whether building in Lego Fortnite, racing in Rocket Racing, or battling in Battle Royale, there's something for every Star Wars and Fortnite fan in this update.
