Star Wars Officially Comes to UEFN and Fortnite Creative

Epic Games has officially opened the galaxy far, far away to creators, announcing that Star Wars tools are now available in Unreal Editor for Fortnite (UEFN) and Fortnite Creative. For the first time, developers can build fully playable Star Wars-inspired experiences using official assets, templates, and gameplay systems directly inside Fortnite’s creation ecosystem.

The update represents one of the most expansive IP integrations in Fortnite to date, giving creators access to iconic characters, vehicles, weapons, and environments from across the Star Wars universe, while also introducing new systems designed specifically for user-generated content.

At the core of this release are new starter islands and templates designed to accelerate development.

Creators can begin with themed environments such as Hoth, Tatooine, and Nevarro, alongside flat-grid islands for more custom setups. These environments are supported by Star Wars-themed galleries and props, including landmarks like the Death Star and Tatooine Cantina, as well as smaller set dressing elements like holochess tables and sandcrawlers.

For developers already working within Fortnite’s ecosystem, this builds on the broader shift toward creator-driven content pipelines of Fortnite UEFN workflows and user-generated ecosystems.

Epic is also introducing three dedicated Star Wars templates that target different gameplay styles:

• Lightsabers and Force Powers Template
  Focused on combat systems and customization, this template lets developers build abilities like Push, Heal, and Mind Trick, alongside fully customizable Lightsabers.

• Team Conquest Template
  A large-scale combat scenario set on Tatooine, showcasing spawning systems and the new Hero device for battlefield gameplay.

• Narrative and Roleplaying Template
  Built around a cantina setting, this template introduces conversation systems and NPC-driven storytelling.

The Star Wars toolkit includes a wide range of recognizable content, including characters like Luke Skywalker, Darth Vader, Princess Leia, and The Mandalorian, creatures such as Jawas and rideable Tauntauns, vehicles including X-Wings, TIE Fighters, N-1 Starfighters, and AAT tanks, and over 25 weapons, from Lightsabers to blasters and turbolasers.

Many of these systems are deeply customizable as well. Vehicles, for example, can be tuned via spawner devices, while Lightsabers can be modified at the component level using UEFN’s Scene Graph tools. 

Beyond content, Epic is introducing new gameplay mechanics tailored for Star Wars experiences. Force powers are now fully decoupled from Lightsabers, allowing developers to assign abilities independently and create more varied character builds. These powers include healing, defensive barriers, enemy detection, and crowd control effects.

The new Hero device enables players to transform into iconic characters like Darth Vader or Emperor Palpatine, each with unique abilities. Meanwhile, an upgraded version of The Mandalorian’s Jetpack introduces omnidirectional flight and mid-air combat capabilities.

Additionally, creators can apply custom Star Wars UI elements and fonts, helping unify the visual identity of their experiences. To support more ambitious experiences, the update also leverages Niagara-powered VFX, enabling large-scale moments like space dogfights, hyperspace transitions, and cinematic set pieces.

Star Wars islands will be publishable starting May 1, with a dedicated Game Collection page launching in Fortnite’s Discover tab. These experiences will also be eligible for featured placement, including Epic’s Picks.

However, there are important requirements:

• Creators must enroll in the Fortnite Developer Program

• Star Wars islands require agreement to additional IP terms

• 20% of engagement payouts are shared with Disney

• In-island monetization is not supported

This revenue-sharing model mirrors other licensed IP integrations within Fortnite and reflects the growing complexity of IP-driven content ecosystems in games.

As UEFN continues to expand, integrations like this may signal a future where building within established ecosystems becomes as viable as developing standalone titles.

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