Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 3, which is known as Galactic Battle, brings with it a vast Star Wars crossover, integrating iconic figures, vehicles, and more. Unlike seasons in the past, which had set release times, this one occurs over several weeks, introducing new challenges and content.
The Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 3 began on May 2, 2025, and will end on June 7, 2025.
The Force Awakens – May 8
- New Weapons:
- Purple Lightsaber
- Force Pull ability
- Red Lightsaber
- Force Throw ability
- New NPCs:
- Leia Organa
- Luke Skywalker
- Han Solo
- Holograms of Mace Windu and Darth Maul
The Force is exerted as Leia Organa and Luke Skywalker appear on the island, helping gamers in their combats. Accomplishing tasks related to the hologram of Mace Windu unlocks the Purple Lightsaber and the ability of Force Pull, which pulls enemies or items towards the gamer. The appearance of Darth Maul’s hologram brings the Red Lightsaber and the ability of Force Throw, which throws nearby items as projectiles.
Chewbacca’s Assistance – May 15
- New Weapons:
- Wookiee Bowcaster
- CA-87 Jawa Scatter Blaster
- New NPC:
- Chewbacca
Chewbacca joins the battle with his trusty Wookiee Bowcaster. Players can discover this weapon from chests or get it straight from Chewbacca by saving him from an Imperial Roadblock. The CA-87 Jawa Scatter Blaster also joins the mix, providing close-range firepower.
Mandalorian Units – May 22
- New Weapons:
- Amban Sniper Rifle
- WESTAR-34 Dual Blaster Pistols
- New NPCs:
- Mandalorian Heavies
- Scouts
- Supply
- Medics
Mandalorians assert themselves, with players being able to recruit specialized troops: Heavy, Scout, Supply, and Medic troops. These troops provide exclusive specializations that can help players in battle. Mandalorian Jetpack is back, giving players better mobility. Classic favorites and new guns, such as the Amban Sniper Rifle and WESTAR-34 Dual Blaster Pistols, are added, suiting different fighting styles.
Star Destroyer Assault – May 29
- New Weapon:
- Star Destroyer’s Turbolaser
- New NPCs:
- To Be Revealed
The gameplay balance changes as players gain access to a portal that takes them to a control room of a Star Destroyer. Access to this area provides control over the turbolaser of the ship so that players can deal huge damage from a high altitude and change the tide of battles.
Final Confrontation – June 7
- Event:
- Death Star Sabotage
- New Weapon:
- Undisclosed
- New NPC:
- Emperor Palpatine (Boss Encounter)
The season concludes with a live in-game event where players battle Emperor Palpatine in an attempt to destroy the Death Star. The event guarantees cinematic action, massive environmental shifts, and gameplay surprises, giving the Star Wars story arc within Fortnite a proper finale.