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

Fans eager to dive into the first few 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 the upcoming 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 promises a galaxy of Star Wars-themed rewards.

You can experience the kickoff of Tales of the Underworld with two episodes 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 encourages fans to link their Epic Games and MyDisney accounts, offering a First Order Stormtrooper outfit as a reward. While the full scope of benefits from linking 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'll have until May 11 to watch both episodes of Tales of the Underworld, after which the Star Wars Watch Party island will go offline. The island will also feature a Battle Arena where players can engage in combat, wielding lightsabers against waves of enemies. Those who watch both episodes will be rewarded with an Asajj Ventress loading screen.

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Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld is a six-episode series animated in the style of The Clone Wars, focusing on Asajj Ventress and Cad Bane. The official synopsis hints that Ventress will encounter a new chance at life and a new ally, while Bane will confront his past.

Disney's partnership with Fortnite extends beyond the Galactic Battle season. In March 2024, Disney acquired a $1.5 billion stake in Epic, setting the stage for long-term collaboration. This investment will lead to more joint ventures and the introduction of additional Star Wars, Marvel, and Pixar outfits in the popular battle royale game. Notable additions for 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 put down their pickaxes and put on their dancing shoes.