Superman Soars Into Fortnite As Death Star Falls – A Multiverse Collision Done Right
Fortnite just pulled off another blockbuster crossover, blending galaxies and genres in the latest live event, Death Star Sabotage. Not only did players help bring down the iconic Star Wars battle station, but they also witnessed the arrival of DC’s Superman – just as the island got drenched in cosmic chaos.
This high-octane event kicked off in orbit, with nearly 6 million players piloting X-Wings and TIE Fighters, engaging in exhilarating space combat reminiscent of classic Battlefront dogfights. The multiverse logic of Fortnite, where every franchise can coexist, makes these wild shifts possible. And this time, it truly delivered – especially for fans missing space battles in modern Star Wars games.
The mission then plunged into the Death Star itself, where players, guided by Jonesy and Hope (voiced by Troy Baker and Suzie Yeung), disguised themselves as Stormtroopers to infiltrate and sabotage the Empire. A brief but dramatic encounter with Emperor Palpatine himself added narrative heft, before players escaped the exploding station in a thrilling throwback to Fortnite’s Operation Sky Fire.
But destruction never comes without consequence. Flaming debris from the Death Star rained down onto the Island, with one massive chunk striking the mysterious Rift Gate. This awakened chaotic spirit realm energy, setting the stage for the next chapter. Enter Superman – watching from above, perhaps preparing to help stabilize the madness. Notably, the version appearing here seems modeled on David Corenswet from the upcoming James Gunn reboot, cleverly syncing the game with Hollywood’s calendar.
What makes this event truly special is not just the mashup of universes, but how it transitions directly into Chapter 6: Season 3, kicking off mere hours after the event. The new season embraces a full superhero theme, hinting at superpowers becoming part of regular gameplay, likely fueled by the spirit realm chaos.
Epic Games also teased the future beyond just this event – Star Wars assets will soon be available for creators, allowing fans to craft their own adventures in a galaxy far, far away. While some players noted that this event felt like a tech showcase for those tools, it still offered strong narrative beats for longtime fans.
Fortnite’s Star Wars season saw mixed reactions due to its experimental design – especially the removal of traditional weapons in favor of five weeks of sci-fi-only combat. But with Superman now flying in and a fresh season unfolding, the hype is back. The multiverse isn’t just a gimmick – it’s the heart of Fortnite’s evolving story.
And maybe – just maybe – it’s time for a proper in-game Museum Mode to catch everyone up on how wild and wonderful this world has become.