Epic Games today released the v40.30 update for Fortnite, introducing a wide range of new content and optimizations. The main new feature is the arrival of Star Wars themed elements, significantly expanding the creative possibilities within the game. Essas additions reinforce the strategic partnership between Epic Games and Lucasfilm.
Grande some of the material, however, will be available from May 1st, setting the stage for Star Wars’s Dia celebrations on May 4th. The update aims to not only enrich players’ experiences with iconic characters and settings, but also empower creators with new tools in Unreal Editor for Fortnite (UEFN), offering a new level of engagement and customization.
Conteúdo of Star Wars masters gaming and creative tools
Dia’s proximity to Star Wars strongly influenced the focus of the update, bringing a series of content inspired by the galactic saga. One of the great innovations is the availability of an Star Wars toolkit within UEFN. Isso allows developers to create games set in the Star Wars universe directly on the Fortnite creation platform, paving the way for a multitude of unique experiences.
The partnership between Epic Games and Lucasfilm has resulted in the creation of modes and islands of their own, designed to showcase the potential of these new features. The STAR WARS universe API, which was previously experimental, is now fully accessible, indicating the maturity and stability of the tools. With the removal of the “experimental” option, elements such as Força-powered scene graph components and items, lightsabers, jet packs, thermal items, and ranged weapons can be freely used in creations. Essa integration deepens the immersion and authenticity of user-developed experiences.
Ilhas Star Wars Themes and Collaborative Experiences
Três islands created collaboratively by Epic Games and Lucasfilm, with partner studios, were launched to demonstrate the new possibilities. Elas offers different ways of interacting with the Star Wars universe within Fortnite. Cada, one of these islands, has a unique code, facilitating community access and encouraging experimentation.
Players and creators can explore:
- Galactic Siege(developed with JOGO Studios, island code: 5003-9856-3648) – A large-scale PvP battle that simulates class clashes on iconic Star Wars planets, with teams of 10 vs. 10 players.
- Escape Vader(created with Beyond Creative, island code: 7285-4185-5428) – A four-player cooperative game where the mission is to hide and escape from the dreaded Lorde Sith, Darth Vader, in an intense survival experience.
- Droid Tycoon(created with FOAD, island code: 7865-8305-9184) – A simulator where players build and customize droids using authentic Star Wars blueprints, managing their workshops and factory systems to unlock rare components and special missions.
Além from these islands, the update allows transactions within Star Wars islands, offering more options to monetize the experiences created. It is crucial that islands follow Regras Desenvolvedor Fortnite and Regras Marca STAR WARS, which have been updated to include new guidelines and payment terms. An important fix has been implemented for reference validation issues with custom lightsaber entities where a generic icon appeared as a white box. Developers can fix this by deleting and recreating the entity or replacing the referenced icon. Para who uses previous versions of the model “Sabers of Luz and Poderes of Força”, will need to uncheck the option “Experimentais Resources of Gráfico of Cena” in the project settings before publishing.
Novidades in the LEGO universe with Spinjitzu and NINJAGO weapons
The update theme deepens with the addition of new LEGO features, further expanding the creation and gameplay possibilities. Spinjitzu, an ultimate attack from the NINJAGO universe, is now available on UEFN. Este item can be activated from the player’s inventory, using the dodge button (Ctrl by default), and will work as long as energy is available, adding a strategic layer to combat.
Duas new LEGO NINJAGO weapons have been introduced to UEFN, providing players with the full experience of the franchise. Ambas weapons come in five rarity levels and can be used with the Gerador of Itens or Concededor of Itens devices. The Katana delivers a six-hit combo attack to slash opponents, while the Foice delivers a devastating area attack. Esses features enrich combat and the diversity of tools available.
Além Additionally, new props and building features have been added, allowing developers to bring Floresta Sussurrante’s buildings and objects into their games. Isso includes features from the Mosteiro Verde and Vila Escondida, as well as over 20 new accessories to customize your creations. The LEGO NINJAGO Kit Inicial was made available to test the new weapons and explore the building elements, all created with the LEGO Brick Editor and located in the LEGO Content > Brick Editor folder, with no possibility of individual separation or reorganization.
Correções Bugs and Verse API Technical Enhancements
Além of new content, the v40.30 update brought the usual bug fixes, optimizations, and feature tweaks to enhance stability and gameplay experience. Epic Games continues its work on refining the platform, making it more robust for players and creators. The stabilization of the STAR WARS API is a significant example of this ongoing effort, removing experimental labeling and ensuring greater reliability for developers.
Outro key item set has been incorporated to further the theme of created experiences, such as Kit from Disfarce and Ataque Aéreo items from Star Wars feature set. Kit from Disfarce allows players to add and decide when to transform into variants such as Civil, Soldado Rebelde, Soldado Clone, Comerciante from Lua, Mandaloriano and Stormtrooper, including specific variations such as Clone Trooper from Ahsoka and the Espírito Mandaloriano. Jogadores can now call in airstrikes like the Ataque Aéreo Imperial or Ataque Aéreo Rebelde without needing to equip the Herói device, expanding the tactical and narrative options available in both UEFN and Criativo mode.