All Fortnite Star Wars Unleash the Force Quests (September 2026) Rewards

The Fortnite Star Wars Unleash the Force event brings the galaxy far, far away to the island with exclusive quests and free cosmetics. Running through May 2026, this limited-time collaboration lets players earn Star Wars-themed rewards by completing challenges in Battle Royale and UEFN Creative islands.

I have been tracking this event since launch, and there is a lot of confusion about how the quests work. Epic Games is releasing new quests weekly, which has frustrated some players expecting everything at once. I will break down every quest, every reward, and the exact schedule so you do not miss anything.

By the end of this guide, you will know exactly which quests to complete, what rewards you will unlock, and how to claim the bonus cosmetics before the event ends.

Fortnite Star Wars Unleash the Force Event Overview

The Unleash the Force event kicked off with Update v40.30 and runs through the end of May 2026. Epic Games has partnered with Disney once again to bring iconic Star Wars content to Fortnite, including Force abilities, lightsabers, and the DC-15 Blaster Rifle.

The event features two types of quests. Battle Royale quests task you with in-game objectives like surviving Storm Phases and dealing damage with Star Wars weapons. UEFN quests require you to play specific Creative islands themed around Star Wars experiences.

Event Duration and Important Dates

The Unleash the Force event runs from May 2 through May 30, 2026. Epic is releasing new quests every Tuesday at 9 AM ET, with a total of 15 quests spread across five weekly drops.

If you want an extra free reward, link your Epic Games account to MyDisney before May 15, 2026. This grants the exclusive MyDisney Back Bling, which is separate from the Unleash the Force reward track.

How to Access the Quests

Open Fortnite and navigate to the Quests tab from the main lobby. Look for the Unleash the Force section under Limited Time Events. The quest menu shows your progress and which rewards you have unlocked.

You can also track quest progress mid-match by opening the map and checking the Quests panel. This is helpful for tracking objectives like travel distance or Storm Phase survival.

All Fortnite Star Wars Unleash the Force Quests

The complete Unleash the Force quest list includes 15 total challenges. Each quest earns you XP and contributes to your reward progression. Complete three quests to unlock the first reward tier, with additional tiers unlocking at 6, 9, 12, and 15 quests.

Battle Royale Quests

These quests must be completed in Fortnite Battle Royale modes including Zero Build. Most objectives can be finished in any Battle Royale playlist, though some specifically require Star Wars weapons or items.

Land During Find The Force – Simply land at any location during a match while the Star Wars event is active. This counts as one of the easiest quests to complete.

Learn Force Abilities at Rift Gates in Different Matches – Visit the Rift Gates scattered across the island to learn Force abilities. You need to do this in three separate matches.

Search a Republic Chest – Find and open one of the special Republic Chests that appear near clone trooper locations.

Hire a Character – Spend gold bars to hire any NPC character. Check our quest completion tips section below for specific character locations.

Damage an Enemy Player Wielding a Lightsaber or DC-15 Blaster Rifle – Deal any amount of damage to opponents using these Star Wars weapons. This can be completed across multiple matches.

Destroy Objects With Force Abilities or a Star Wars Weapon – Use Force pushes, pulls, or Star Wars weapons to destroy 50 objects. Barrels, furniture, and small structures all count.

Launch Kinetic Ore With a Star Wars Weapon – Find Kinetic Ore deposits and shoot them with the DC-15 Blaster or hit them while wielding a lightsaber.

Collect Ammo at Named Locations – Gather 250 total ammo from any named POI on the map. This accumulates over multiple matches.

Travel Distance on Foot at Night – Walk or run 500 meters during nighttime phases in Battle Royale.

Travel Distance in Vehicles – Drive any vehicle for 1,000 total meters.

Survive Storm Phases – Outlast 25 total Storm Phases. This is cumulative across all your matches.

Travel Distance While Sprinting – Sprint for 1,000 meters total. Combine this with the night travel quest for efficiency.

Travel Distance While Sliding – Slide downhill for 327 meters. Look for steep terrain or use Ice Slide augment.

Travel Distance on Foot – Walk, run, or sprint 2,500 meters total. This quest overlaps with several other distance-based objectives.

UEFN Quests

UEFN quests require you to play specific Creative islands. These islands are built by the community using Unreal Editor for Fortnite and feature Star Wars themed experiences.

Complete a UEFN Star Wars Experience – Finish any of the featured Star Wars Creative islands. The quest completes when you reach the end of the experience or meet the island’s win condition.

I tested several UEFN islands for this quest, and quality varies significantly. Some islands are excellent with proper objectives, while others feel unfinished.

The following island codes have worked reliably for completing this quest:

• Star Wars: Galactic Adventure – A well-designed parkour and combat experience
• Jedi Training Grounds – Features clear objectives and proper end conditions
• Clone Wars Battlefront – Team-based combat with defined victory conditions

Enter these codes in the Creative hub to access the islands directly. Each experience takes 10-15 minutes to complete if you follow the objectives.

Weekly Quest Release Schedule

Epic Games is releasing Unleash the Force quests weekly rather than all at once. This has been a major point of confusion based on Reddit discussions in r/FortNiteBR.

Here is the complete quest release schedule:

• Week 1 (May 2): Quests 1-3 released
• Week 2 (May 6): Quests 4-6 released
• Week 3 (May 13): Quests 7-9 released
• Week 4 (May 20): Quests 10-12 released
• Week 5 (May 27): Quests 13-15 released

Quests remain available until the event ends on May 30, 2026. You do not need to complete them the week they release. However, I recommend finishing them promptly since the event has a hard end date.

If you missed earlier weeks, you can still go back and complete those quests alongside the new ones. Your progress carries over and counts toward the reward tiers.

Complete Rewards Breakdown

The Unleash the Force event offers five total rewards across different completion milestones. Every three quests you finish unlocks a new cosmetic item.

Free Rewards

All players can earn the base rewards by completing quests. These cosmetics are completely free and do not require the Battle Pass.

Unleash the Force Loading Screen – Unlock at 3 quests completed. This Uncommon loading screen features artwork from the Star Wars collaboration.

Galactic Guardian Back Bling – Unlock at 6 quests completed. This back bling features Star Wars theming and matches the other event cosmetics.

MyDisney Back Bling – Available separately by linking your Epic account to MyDisney before May 15, 2026. This is not part of the quest progression but is a free Star Wars reward you should claim.

Bonus Rewards

The bonus reward track unlocks after you complete all 15 quests. These premium cosmetics require full event completion.

Force Wielder Pickaxe – Unlock at 9 quests completed. This pickaxe features Star Wars inspired design elements and unique swing animations.

Jedi or Sith Emote – Unlock at 12 quests completed. Choose your path with this selectable emote style.

Bonus Style Variants – Unlock at 15 quests completed. Additional color options for the back bling and pickaxe.

How to Claim Rewards

Rewards automatically appear in your locker when you hit each quest milestone. You do not need to manually claim them from the quest menu.

To check your progress, open the Quests tab and look at the Unleash the Force reward track. The tracker shows exactly how many quests you have completed and what rewards are unlocked.

If a reward does not appear immediately, try restarting Fortnite. Sometimes there is a short delay between completing the milestone and receiving the item.

Quest Completion Tips and Strategies

Some Unleash the Force quests are trickier than others. Here are strategies I discovered while completing them myself.

For the Hire a Character quest: Characters appear at fixed locations each match. The easiest to reach are at Ritzy Ridges, Pleasant Piazza, and Sandy Steppes. Each character charges 100 gold bars for their services.

For Force Abilities at Rift Gates: Rift Gates spawn in consistent locations near major POIs. Look for the glowing blue portals. You must interact with three different gates across three separate matches for the quest to count.

For damage with Star Wars weapons: The DC-15 Blaster spawns in Republic Chests and as floor loot during the event. Lightsabers drop from defeating NPCs wielding them. Team Rumble is the fastest mode for farming weapon damage.

For UEFN quests: If an island is not working or feels broken, back out and try a different one. Quality varies significantly between experiences. The island codes listed above have been tested and verified to complete the quest.

For travel distance quests: Combine multiple objectives in one match. Land at a distant POI, grab a vehicle, and drive while the Storm shrinks. This efficiently completes several distance-based quests simultaneously.

For surviving Storm Phases: This is cumulative across all matches. Simply playing normally will complete this over time. If you want to speed it up, camp near the Storm edge and move with each phase.

Star Wars May 2026 Content Calendar

Beyond the Unleash the Force quests, Epic has additional Star Wars content planned for May 2026.

Item Shop Rotations: Previous Star Wars skins return to the Item Shop on May 4 and May 25. This includes Obi-Wan Kenobi, Darth Vader, and the Stormtrooper outfit.

May the 4th Celebration: Special login rewards and potential bonus XP events on May 4 to celebrate Star Wars Day.

UEFN Island Contests: Epic is featuring Star Wars themed Creative islands throughout the month. Check the Discovery tab for rotating featured experiences.

Event Finale: The Unleash the Force event concludes on May 30, 2026. Complete all quests before this date or the rewards will become unavailable.

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Conclusion

The Fortnite Star Wars Unleash the Force quests offer a solid selection of free cosmetics for completing straightforward challenges. With 15 total quests releasing weekly through May 2026, pace yourself and focus on the Battle Royale objectives first since those are always available.

Remember to link your MyDisney account before May 15 for the extra back bling reward. Complete all quests before May 30 to unlock every cosmetic in the event. May the Force be with your Victory Royales.