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  • Ready to Fly with Ohnaka Transport Solutions? ‘Smuggler’s Gambit’ Arrives in Fortnite!

    Ready to Fly with Ohnaka Transport Solutions? ‘Smuggler’s Gambit’ Arrives in Fortnite!

    If you’ve ever stepped off Millennium Falcon: Smuggler’s Run at Disney’s Galaxy’s Edge wishing the heist didn’t have to end, we’ve got incredible news for you. Fortnite has officially bridged the gap between theme park real estate and your home console with an all-new experience: Smuggler’s Gambit!

    Everyone’s favourite profit-obsessed Weequay pirate, Hondo Ohnaka, is recruiting. It’s time to grab your squad, head to the Outer Rim, and build your reputation as a legendary smuggler.

    Welcome to Ord Ryla

    Developed in-house by Disney Games and Digital Entertainment using Unreal Engine 5, Smuggler’s Gambit is set on the mysterious planet of Ord Ryla.

    Your adventure kicks off at Mersa Veta Station, anchored around the grounded ship The Scuttled Sparrow. Here, you’ll meet up with Hondo himself (voiced by the legendary Jim Cummings) to take on high-stakes, PvE co-op missions.

    Whether you’re dodging Imperial remnants, fighting off Rathtar Raiders, or navigating hostile local wildlife, every mission feels like stepping directly into a high-stakes Star Wars adventure.

    How It Works: Classes, Gear, and Factions

    Forget standard Battle Royale drops—Smuggler’s Gambit introduces RPG-lite mechanics that give you real progression as an Outer Rim mercenary:

    • Choose Your Class: Mirroring the roles from the Disney Parks ride, players can spec into specialised classes like Pilots (stamina boosts and enemy scanners) or Gunners (combat droids to clear out choke points).
    • Level Up Your Arsenal: Start out with a basic blaster rifle and upgrade your weapons as you complete runs. By the time you’re taking on tougher bosses, your blaster will be a force to be reckoned with.
    • Work the Factions: Earn rep with syndicates operating out of Mersa Veta Station by taking on side hustles and dirty work while completing your main objectives.

    The Park-to-Game Connection

    The coolest part? Smuggler’s Gambit connects directly with the real world.

    By linking your Epic Games and MyDisney accounts via an in-game QR code, you can unlock special integrated experiences tied to Millennium Falcon: Smuggler’s Run at Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World. It’s a first-of-its-kind feature that lets your gaming wins bleed into your next holiday!

    Jump In Today!

    Ready to see if profit really is good for business? Gather your crew of up to six players, gear up, and take on the galaxy.

    • Island Code: 7474-2686-2725

    Are you going to be a reliable pilot, or will you let Hondo down? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!

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  • From Theme Park to Battle Royale: Disney and Fortnite Blur Reality with Groundbreaking ‘Smugglers Run’ Crossover!

    From Theme Park to Battle Royale: Disney and Fortnite Blur Reality with Groundbreaking ‘Smugglers Run’ Crossover!

    If you’ve ever stepped off the Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run attraction at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge wishing your mission didn’t have to end, we’ve got incredible news for you. Disney and Epic Games have officially bridged the gap between physical theme parks and virtual worlds in a first-of-its-kind connected adventure: Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run | Fortnite.

    This revolutionary collaboration links real-world rides at Disneyland Resort in California and Walt Disney World Resort in Florida directly into a brand-new, action-packed Fortnite island experience called Smugglers Gambit.

    Here is everything you need to know about this game-changing integration between Disney Imagineering and battle royale gaming!

    What is Smugglers Gambit in Fortnite?

    Developed in-house by Disney Games and Digital Entertainment alongside Lucasfilm, Smugglers Gambit is a custom Fortnite island set around Mersa Veta Station on the outer-rim planet of Ord Ryla.

    Players step into the boots of an Outer Rim smuggler, teaming up in co-op missions to battle Imperial remnants, pirate fleets, and hostile alien wildlife. Because the physical Smugglers Run ride original tech was built using Epic’s Unreal Engine, Disney Imagineers were able to pull authentic assets, ship models, and Lucasfilm craftsmanship straight from the theme park ride directly into Fortnite.

    Whether you’ve visited Galaxy’s Edge or not, any Fortnite player worldwide can jump onto the Smugglers Gambit island to earn gear, level up, and complete quests—including unlocking The Gambit 2D Loading Screen.

    How the Theme Park Connection Works

    For park-goers, the adventure starts right in the attraction line. Here’s how the real-to-digital magic unfolds:

    1. Accept the Mission: While waiting in the queue for Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run at Disneyland Park or Disney’s Hollywood Studios, open the Disneyland app or My Disney Experience app and accept Hondo Ohnaka’s special mission.
    2. Fly the Falcon: Board the cockpit, collect cargo crates during your ride, and aim for a high score.
    3. Convert Your Ride Score: Your actual performance and crate score aboard the ride are converted into usable credits inside Fortnite’s Smugglers Gambit island!
    4. Claim Exclusive Cosmetics: Theme park riders who link their MyDisney account to their Epic Games account unlock exclusive in-game rewards—including the coveted Forsworn Trooper Outfit.

    Why This is a Big Deal for Tech and Gaming

    We’ve seen video games bring theme park rides to life virtually before, but we’ve never seen real-world theme park rides track your physical performance and feed it directly into a live-service game account.

    Disney’s $1.5 billion stake in Epic Games is starting to showcase its true potential. By integrating real-time queue apps, Unreal Engine ride technology, and Epic Games accounts, Disney and Epic are creating a unified, persistent ecosystem where real life and digital entertainment merge seamlessly.

    Ready to Jump In?

    The Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run | Fortnite connection is live now! To participate:

    • In the Parks: Simply launch your Disney park app in line at Galaxy’s Edge (included with standard park admission).
    • At Home: Search for the Smugglers Gambit island code in Fortnite across PC, console, or mobile.

    Is this connected ecosystem the future of entertainment souvenirs, or are you holding out until you can pilot the Falcon from your living room? Let us know in the comments below!

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