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Free Star Wars pickaxe and loading screen obtainable by logging in between June 3rd and June 10th.
Numerous free cosmetic items are available through quests, account linking, and specific platform promotions.
Epic's strategy of free drops drives player engagement and retention, especially during major events.
Fortnite players, rejoice! Epic Games is giving away free cosmetics, including a highly anticipated pickaxe, so you can expand your locker without spending a single V-Buck. With the Star Wars-themed ‘Galactic Battle’ season wrapping up, now's the perfect time to log in and claim your rewards.
Don't miss out on the exciting freebies, such as the Assault on the Death Star Loading Screen and Captain Phasma's Quicksilver Baton Spear Pickaxe, available for players who log in between June 3 and June 10. Plus, complete specific quests and challenges to unlock even more exclusive cosmetics.
The biggest news for pickaxe enthusiasts is the Quicksilver Baton Spear, Captain Phasma's signature melee weapon, which can be acquired simply by logging into Fortnite. This limited-time offer is available from June 3rd at 6:30 PM IST to June 10th at 6:30 PM IST.
This means you have a specific window to jump into the game and instantly add this sleek, Star Wars-themed harvesting tool to your collection. It's a no-brainer for fans of the First Order and those looking to add some Imperial flair to their loadout.
This free pickaxe drop is part of the special log-in rewards leading up to the grand season-ending event, the 'Death Star Sabotage,' scheduled for June 7th at 2 PM ET. So, not only do you get a cool new pickaxe, but you're also getting ready for a massive in-game event that promises to be unforgettable.
The Quicksilver Baton Spear isn't the only freebie up for grabs. Fortnite has been generous this season, offering a variety of free cosmetics through different avenues:
The Dark Side has never felt so immersive; this exclusive loading screen can be obtained, along with the Quicksilver Baton Spear, by logging in from June 3rd through June 10th.
The Vanguard Zadie skin awaits players who complete quest lines and achieve 50 account levels before June 7, 2025. At 15 account levels, you also get the accompanying Zadie's Blade Pickaxe, and at level 30, the Back Bling, thus offering a pretty sweet set for those willing to put in some playtime.
The 'Party Up: Celestial Strike' event presents the Iridia Vayne skin with the Opaline Slashers Pickaxe and other cosmetics. You must complete nine Celestial Strike Quests, which require earning 60,000 XP with a friend, to unlock these. The event runs until June 7, 2025.
To celebrate Fortnite's return to the Apple App Store in the United States market, Epic Games is giving away the Burnoff Skin. All one is required to do is log into the Fortnite mobile app using any Apple or Android device that supports the app.
Several ongoing promotions allow you to earn free skins by linking your Epic Games account with other services. For example, connecting your MyDisney account can get you the First Order Stormtrooper skin, and linking your LEGO account can grant you the Explorer Emilie and Mr. Dappermint skins.
If you're a PlayStation Plus subscriber, keep an eye out for free packs in the PlayStation Store, which often include skins and pickaxes like the 'Petrol Pump' pickaxe and the 'Crimson Codeblade' pickaxe.
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To maximize your freebie haul, here's a quick checklist:
The sure-fire way to get the Quicksilver Baton Spear and the Assault on the Death Star Loading Screen is by logging into Fortnite between June 3 and June 10.
Stay alert on the 'Quests' tab in Fortnite. Epic Games often drops new challenges that give free cosmetic items as a reward for completion.
Certain events (such as Party Up: Celestial Strike) will require you to play with friends to earn XP and reap rewards.
If you haven't done this already, you should link your Epic Games account with your MyDisney and LEGO accounts to get those free skins.
Follow official Fortnite social media channels and reliable Fortnite news sites to be the first to know about giveaways and new events.
Fortnite has always been a great culture for hosting events and cosmetic drops, and the recent wave of freebies is no exception. A free Star Wars pickaxe and some loading screens, along with lots of other skins and items earned through less-than-hard achievements or gameplay, present perfect cases to get into the battle royale right away.
The free Quicksilver Baton Pickaxe plus a host of Star Wars-based incentives till June 10th, 06:30 PM IST, wittily displays Epic's knack for enticing the masses with an on-demand event giveaway, if you will.
This primes gamers to drop in daily and join in on the season-ending events, and this very strategy has proven quite successful as a retention service and generates more excitement.
Don't miss out on these time-limited offers—go log in and play to increase your locker with these cool pieces!
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