Obi-Wan Kenobi joins Fortnite just before the Disney+ release

Bryson Maddock

Bryson Maddock

“‘In my experience, there is no such thing as luck.’ Obi-Wan Kenobi joins the island! Find out how to get the skin in Fortnite.”

Hello there. The beloved character, Ben Kenobi, is set to join the Fortnite realm just in time for Disney+'s official release of "Obi-Wan Kenobi". The skin is a direct model of actor Ewan McGregor, who portrayed the character in the prequels and will be starring in the new release.

How to get the Obi-Wan skin in Fortnite

The Obi-Wan skin has Star Wars fans alike extremely excited. Fortnite has announced a direct date when the skin will be available within the item shop, which is May 26.

This is in direct correlation with the Disney+ show "Obi-Wan Kenobi". lt is releasing its first episode on May 27.

Fortnite has been integrating Star Wars within the game for a few years now. Skins like Kylo Ren, Rey, and Boba Fett have had fans fighting with the "Force" for a while now. It is safe to say, that Fortnite does not plan on stopping its collaborations with this popular franchise anytime soon.

Additional ways to grab the Obi-Wan skin

Don't have the funds to purchase the skin in the item shop? That is okay! Fortnite has officially announced that Sunday, May 22, there will be an Obi-Wan Kenobi skin cup. Players can compete against one another in hopes of placing and winning the new skin.

The Obi-Wan tournament will be a duos cup. Lightsabers and blasters will be joining the fight so make sure you start training now.

That is all for now, but stay tuned to Esports.gg for more Fornite news and updates. Good luck, and may the force be with you!