Fortnitehas built its legacy through major high-profile crossovers, and one of its most notable has been its series ofStar Warscollaborations. Over the years,Star Warshas maintained a consistent presence inFortnite, but this partnership recently reached new heights.
Earlier this month,Fortnitelaunched aStar Wars-focused mini-season titled Galactic Battle that brings the massive franchise front and center. Fromthe iconic Darth Vaderto even Darth Jar Jar, the Galactic Battle event adds some ofStar Wars' biggest heavy-hitters. It’s proven to be an exciting way forFortniteto one-up its yearlyStar Warscontent, but it also makes a strong case for the sci-fi franchise to get its own battle royale game.
Fortnite Shows How a Star Wars-Focused Battle Royale Game Could Work
Despite Being an Old Genre, Star Wars Could Breathe New Life Into Battle Royales
OnceFortniteskyrocketed to success, many developers were inspired to follow suit, marking the beginning of years' worth of battle royale titles. Of course, reachingthe same heights asFortnitehas been a nearly impossible task, especially with the partnerships Epic Games boasts, but that hasn’t stopped other games from trying. By now, the battle royale genre is old news, so aStar Warsgame set within the genre may be a little bit too late, though it could still be an exciting experience.
Fortnite’s Galactic Battle is scheduled to officially end on June 7.
What Would a Star Wars Battle Royale Look Like?
These options would likely be the two possibilities if such a game were to be made. Of course, Rebels, Jedi, Sith, and Stormtroopers could all be featured in the same match, too. However, a Jedi vs. the Sith or Rebels vs. the Empire approach could also offer a little bit more balance. Other modes that focus on piloting X-Wings and TIE Fighters in galactic show-downs may add even more to a battle royale spin-off. Two squads of 50 players each going head-to-head in lightsaber fights or flying face-offs have the potential to be wonderfully chaotic. Some features ofFortnite’sStar Warseventmay be divisive, but there is still solid groundwork set for a fresh battle royale title.
OnceFortniteskyrocketed to success, many developers were inspired to follow suit, marking the beginning of years' worth of battle royale titles.
Players need to gain 1,280,000 XP to unlock the Darth Jar Jar skin. After that, players can purchase the cosmetic for 1,500 V-Bucks.
Thankfully, There is Already a Strong Multiplayer Star Wars Option
Star Wars Battlefront 2has seen a big surge in playersas of late. Of course, the game isn’t a battle royale title, but its multiplayer mode can potentially scratch that itch afterFortnite’s Galactic Battle event comes to an end. It’s been eight years sinceBattlefront 2hit the scene, but the fact that the game still manages to bring players in is a solid sign that there’s a market for more multiplayerStar Warsgames.
There has even beena petition made for aStar Wars Battlefront 3. Of course, this doesn’t guarantee that a third chapter is ever going to happen, but only time will tell. Regardless, theStar Warsbrand is beginning to branch out to compelling genres that could pave the way for a potential battle royale, even if the genre has become largely dated.
Next up isStar Wars Zero Company, which bringsStar Warsinto the tactical turn-based space. After that, many are expectingStar Wars Jedi 3. This remains to be seen, but regardless, there could still be room for aStar Warsbattle royale game in the future ifFortnite’s crossover continues to be successful.
