The biggest update of Fortnite’s Galactic Battle season has officially arrived, and it delivers on every front. From Chewbacca’s long-awaited debut to the return of Fortnite Mobile on the App Store, this update is packed with content that reshapes the season. With five new Mythic weapons, secret loot spots, map changes, and major storyline hints, players have a galaxy of reasons to jump back in.
Let’s dive into the massive May 15th update and break down everything that’s changed—including where to find the new mythics, what’s going on with the mysterious missing sheep, and why General Grievous is locked for now.
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Fortnite Mobile Returns & Grievous Unlock Delayed
Perhaps the most surprising reveal of the update is the official return of Fortnite Mobile to the iOS App Store after more than five years. While this is great news for mobile players, it caused a ripple effect that delayed the release of this season’s secret Battle Pass Skin: General Grievous.
“Epic delayed Grievous until Friday to coordinate the mobile relaunch and give Apple time to approve the update.” – AMES YT
Although the Battle Pass says you can unlock him by leveling up once, doing so currently does not grant the skin. Expect General Grievous to become available once Apple clears the patch for iOS, likely within 24 hours of the update going live.
Chewbacca Joins the Island with 5 New Mythics
Chewbacca is officially live as the ninth NPC this season, and he’s brought five new mythic items to the Fortnite island. Head to Outpost Enclave to find him—though he’s oddly not located next to Han Solo as many lore-lovers expected.
Among the new mythics are:
- Wookie Bowcaster – Returning from Chapter 5, it retains its original stats and design.
- CA-87 Jawa Scatter Blaster – A brand new, shotgun-style blaster that deals heavy damage and operates with pump-like mechanics.
“Chewbacca has finally arrived on the island… way better than the Wookie Team Leader that everyone’s been hating on.” – AMES YT
While this week was expected to feature the Mandalorian Rising event, Epic surprised everyone by naming it “Chew On This” instead, centering the update around our favorite Wookiee warrior.
Mystery Deepens: Missing Sheep & Secret Loot Spots
The update also cracked open one of Chapter 6’s biggest mysteries: the Missing Sheep posters. First discovered in Crime City, the posters now display glowing yellow eyes—a visual match for the Goat Simulator skin. While it doesn’t solve the mystery, it confirms that Epic hasn’t forgotten about the sheep, hinting that this character could be important in future updates.
New loot spots were also added. The standout is a small shack near Samurai Solitude featuring a guaranteed rare chest that uses a retro model from early Fortnite. Unlike the heavily contested loot caves, this shack is virtually unknown and spawns every match, making it one of the best hidden drop spots.
Another secret involves the First Order Base. Previously glitched and accessible through exploits, Epic patched the glitch but accidentally left two new hideouts. By breaking specific floors on either side of the base, players can find deep shafts perfect for hiding—or healing—in Ranked play.
Darth Jar Jar, Palpatine, and What’s Next
As the Galactic Battle season unfolds, Epic is teasing even more high-profile additions. The biggest one? Darth Jar Jar, who will debut as both a skin and a boss. Codenamed “Pine Soda,” he’ll be surrounded by stormtrooper henchmen and is already in the game files.
Emperor Palpatine is also active on the map, continuing his saga with new interactions. And in a series of teaser sprays, players have spotted Rift Butterflies floating near Palpatine, suggesting he’s targeting the Zero Shard energy.
“If this is Hope’s prophecy, she must be using Internet Explorer… Star Wars is already here.” – AMES YT
FAQs About the May 15th Fortnite Update
Is Fortnite Mobile back on iOS?
Yes! Fortnite Mobile has officially returned to the App Store for the first time in over 5 years, though some regions may still experience delays based on Apple’s update approval process.
When can I unlock General Grievous?
Although the Battle Pass says he can be unlocked now, Grievous will become available on Friday once Epic pushes the full update across all platforms.
Where is Chewbacca in Fortnite?
Chewbacca is located at a new spot on the map, not directly next to Han Solo at Outpost Enclave as expected. He carries the mythic Wookie Bowcaster.
What are the new mythic weapons?
The update introduces five new mythic weapons. Two are confirmed so far: the Wookie Bowcaster and the CA-87 Jawa Scatter Blaster.
Is Darth Jar Jar a boss in Fortnite?
Yes, Darth Jar Jar will be released as a boss in the coming days alongside the launch of his skin. He’ll have stormtrooper henchmen and will drop loot upon defeat.
With five mythic weapons, major NPC debuts, new drop spots, hidden lore hints, and mobile’s return, Fortnite’s latest Galactic Battle update is a content-packed blast that sets the stage for an explosive second half of the season.
