The highly anticipated animated series Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld will premiere on May 2 at 4 PM Spain peninsular time in Fortnite, giving exclusive access to Star Wars fans who are also players of the popular video game. This production marks an unprecedented event, as it is the first time a Disney Plus series is launched within a video game, coinciding with the start of the first fully themed Star Wars season in Fortnite’s battle royale.
A series that promises to delve into the roots of Star Wars
To access the episodes, users will need to link their Epic Games and MyDisney accounts. The launch strategy leverages the convergence between the fast-paced world of gaming and the rich narrative of Star Wars, demonstrating how traditional entertainment platforms can integrate with video games in an innovative way.
Tales of the Underworld is a continuation of the successful series Tales of the Jedi and Tales of the Empire. The plot follows Asajj Ventress, a fan-favorite character and former assassin, who embarks on a new adventure alongside an unexpected ally. At the same time, the bounty hunter Cad Bane confronts his past, promising an intense and well-developed narrative. The voice cast includes Nika Futterman and Corey Burton, with Dave Filoni as supervising director and Matt Michnovetz as head writer.
The full release of six episodes of Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld on Disney Plus is scheduled for May 4th. By releasing the episodes simultaneously, Disney aims to attract even more of the countless followers of the galactic franchise. For those interested in the latest news from the Star Wars universe, this series represents an exciting addition to the vast array of content that includes movies and other shows.
