Pre-launch › World-building & partnerships · 12 Aug 2024 · T−648
A Smugglers Run mission and Mando Fortnite skins are announced
At D23, Filoni announced a Mandalorian update to the Millennium Falcon Smugglers Run ride, timed to the 2026 film, and three Mando-inspired Fortnite cosmetics, including a Grogu backpack, available from 12 August.
Why it matters
The theme park and gaming tie-ins were set up nearly two years before release.
AnalysisDetails
- Date
- 12 Aug 2024 · T−648
- Phase
- Pre-launch › World-building & partnerships
- Category
- Gaming
- Markets
- United States, Global
- Led by
- Studio-led
- Partners
- Dave Filoni, Epic Games, Walt Disney World, Disneyland Resort
- Channels
- Live event, Fortnite, Theme parks
Sources 1
- D23 2024: Lucasfilm RevealsStarWars.com · 12 Aug 2024 · starwars.com · PrimaryVerifies: Smugglers Run Mandalorian update announced for 2026; three Mando-inspired Fortnite cosmetics from 12 August 2024
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