Fortnite’s Galactic Battle season is officially here, and Epic Games has once again outdone itself with one of the most detailed and Easter Egg-filled updates in recent memory. Whether it’s riding inside confetti-filled llamas, uncovering hidden Star Wars locations, or spotting blink-and-you’ll-miss-it references, the map is now a treasure trove for longtime fans of both Fortnite and the galaxy far, far away. From lore-rich POIs to obscure character callbacks, here are 30 secrets you probably missed, curated from Top Five Gaming.
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Star Wars References You Didn’t See Coming
Let’s start with the wildest one: you can hide inside a llama—well, what’s left of it. On the island, players can find gutted llamas spilling confetti. Step inside and you’ll begin to heal. It’s a hilarious, if not slightly disturbing, callback to how Luke Skywalker survived the icy conditions of Hoth.
“All this is a reference to how Luke survived the harsh weather on Hoth. Thought it’ll keep you warm… I thought they smelled bad on the outside.”—Top Five Gaming
Another hidden gem lies near Brutal Boxcars where a crashed AT-AT isn’t just for decoration. Jump on it, hotwire its cannons, and you’ll reveal a secret POI with loot—and even a group of NPCs eating pizza.
At the Resistance base, players can find the frog family sporting X-Wing helmets and plotting around a table. Even the frogs have joined the fight against the Empire. Meanwhile, in Mos Eisley, behind a red curtain lies a droid speakeasy, complete with chilling gonk droids on break.
Character Skins and Subtle Lore Details
The Battle Pass is full of iconic moments if you look closely. Use the Force Lightning emote with a Palpatine Skin and you’ll unlock an exclusive version just for him.
“Use this emote with a Palpatine skin equipped and you’ll get an exclusive version.”—Top Five Gaming
Switch Apprentice Eevee to her Sith variant, and you’ll notice her Jedi braid disappears—a nod to the tradition among Padawans like Anakin and Obi-Wan. Wookie Team Leader, clearly inspired by Chewbacca, carries a broken Metal Team Leader in her back bling with the caption: “What have you done? I’m back.”
Even Palpatine’s hologram back bling includes a secret cameo: Commander Cody, hinting that his arrival as a skin might be on the horizon. General Grievous also receives a surprise edit style—the Kaleesh Warlord variant—based on lore that’s never appeared in any Star Wars game before.
Epic’s Deep Cuts and Community Callbacks
Look up, and you’ll see TIE Fighters and X-Wings dogfighting in the sky, visible even from the lobby. And in the patch notes? A cheeky Easter egg titled: “Anyway, start blasting”—a nod to Danny DeVito’s famous line from It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia.
“Even the patch notes title is a reference: ‘Anyway, start blasting’.”—Top Five Gaming
The new ranked titles are also perfectly on-theme. Instead of Elite, Champion, and Unreal, players can now become Admiral, Grand Moff, or Emperor. Meanwhile, gliders like Poe Dameron’s X-Wing have been updated to include wing-folding animations—even the older models!
Mystique remains the most useful Battle Pass skin, letting players morph into General Grievous early if they defeat him on the battlefield. And yes, Eevee’s return makes perfect sense now—her last appearance was in the same season as Vader.
Outpost Enclave, modeled after Mos Eisley, features a massive sandcrawler, functional zip lines, and even a working cantina sound system—but be warned: if the speakers are destroyed, the music stops.
Vehicles, Live Events, and Upcoming Surprises
Spaceships now have a healing system similar to the UFOs of Chapter 2. They come with three lives—land before taking fatal damage, and the ship will auto-repair. Or you can land at gas stations to refuel and heal your starfighter.
Lightsaber portals transport you to iconic Star Wars locations: Rey’s island with Luke, Palpatine’s throne room aboard the Death Star, and Vader’s castle. Speaking of the Death Star, the cinematic trailer confirms it’s charging up for a future live event happening at the end of May.
Other fun tidbits? Poe Dameron has a drum kit named “Poe DamaRIND” as a bonus reward, and the LEGO-style loading screen reveals General Hux building a snowman—a hilarious deep cut for sequel trilogy fans.
Fortnite’s Galactic Battle season is an absolute feast for Star Wars fans, packed with loving references, hidden jokes, and lore so deep it puts the Jedi Archives to shame. Whether you’re soaring through the skies in a TIE Fighter or uncovering the meaning of Orabesh on your scope, there’s something magical about every inch of this map. And with more surprises on the way—including a Death Star event—you won’t want to miss a second.
FAQs: Fortnite Galactic Battle Secrets
Can you heal inside llamas in this season?
Yes! If you find a gutted llama and enter it, you’ll heal over time—a reference to Luke’s survival on Hoth.
Where is the secret droid speakeasy?
Behind a red curtain in Mos Eisley on the map. You’ll find chilling gonk droids inside.
How do you unlock Force powers?
By training through portals linked to Rey, Palpatine, or Vader. You must complete their challenge to gain their unique lightsaber and power.
Is there a live event this season?
Yes! A major live event is scheduled for the end of May involving the Death Star and a massive battle to stop it.
Who is the secret skin in the Battle Pass?
General Grievous is the secret unlock, with an exclusive Kaleesh Warlord variant never seen in any other Star Wars game.
