Preorders for Star Wars: Galactic Racer, including Collector’s Editions with physical collectibles, are live now. Game release is slated for October 6th. In addition to digital versions available via Steam for PC, and Playstation and Xbox/Microsoft stores, base, deluxe, and collector’s editions are available through local retailers. Preordering any edition includes exclusive pre-order bonus livery (different for each platform) for your repulsorcraft, and exclusive pre-order bonus player banner for multiplayer modes. The Collector’s Edition goes all the way up to including collectibles such as a landspeeder model, pilot patches, and a physical art book.

Star Wars: Galactic Racer, base/day one edition:

• Includes base game and pre-order livery.
• Mighty Ape, Playstation 5, PriMate $114.00, non-members $119.00
• Mighty Ape, Xbox Series X, PriMate $114.00, non-members $119.00
• JB Hi-Fi, Playstation 5, $119.00
• JB Hi-Fi, Xbox Series X, $119.00

Star Wars: Galactic Racer, deluxe edition:

• Includes base game, pre-order livery, deluxe livery (Naboo Starfighter inspired), digital art book, 3x exclusive repulsorcraft, 3x unique arcade events, deluxe edition steel case with sleeve, and deluxe player banner.
• Mighty Ape, Playstation 5, PriMate $144.00, non-members $149.00
• Mighty Ape, Xbox Series X, PriMate $144.00, non-members $149.00
• JB Hi-Fi, Playstation 5, $149.00
• JB Hi-Fi, Xbox Series X, $149.00

Star Wars: Galactic Racer, collector’s edition:

• Includes base game, all deluxe edition contents, landspeeder model, pilot patches, Kestar banner, physical art book, and Collector’s Edition box with sleeve.
• Mighty Ape, Playstation 5, PriMate $359.00, non-members $369.00
• Mighty Ape, Xbox Series X, PriMate $359.00, non-members $369.00
• Mighty Ape, PC, PriMate $359.00, non-members $369.00
• JB Hi-Fi, Playstation 5, $369.00
• JB Hi-Fi, Xbox Series X, $369.00
• JB Hi-Fi, PC, $369.00

If you’re not fully familiar with this upcoming game yet, check out the official reveal trailer below, and the official site at StarWarsGalacticRacer.com!

A new range of retro, Original Trilogy themed collectibles and homeware items has just shown up Typo stores. Presented in 1970s style browns, beige, and orange, there is some great classic imagery featured on caps, pencil cases, notebooks, stickers, tote bags, mugs, socks, drink bottles, and more.

• Star Wars Cap, Darth Vader, $27.99
• Star Wars Cap, Luke Skywalker, $27.99
• Star Wars Pencil Case, X-Wing, $27.99
• Star Wars Pencil Case, Darth Vader, $27.99
• Star Wars A5 Spiral Notebook, X-Wing, $14.99
• Star Wars A5 Spiral Notebook, Darth Vader, $14.99
• Star Wars Stickers, $14.99
• Star Wars Sticker Jumbo, $7.99
• Star Wars Ballpoint Pen, $22.99
• Star Wars Tote Bag, Off-White, $39.99
• Star Wars Tote Bag, Brown, $39.99
• Star Wars Retro Glass Mug, Darth Vader, $22.99
• Star Wars Retro Glass Mug, Luke Skywalker, $22.99
• Star Wars 3 Pack Of Socks, $34.99
• Star Wars Iron On Patches 3Pk, $16.99
• Star Wars Campus 1L Drink Bottle, X-Wing, $22.99
• Star Wars Campus 1L Drink Bottle, Rebel Ships, $22.99

The NZ Herald is reporting that the world-famous LEGO Star Wars: The Exhibition will be coming to Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre, opening on June 27, 2026, with tickets going on sale from tomorrow (May 4th).

The LEGO Star Wars: The Exhibition, created by LEGO® Certified Professional Ryan “Brickman” McNaught and his team of master builders, debuted at the Melbourne Museum in Australia, where it closed back in January 2026. A huge success over the Tasman, we were hoping that it might make its way to New Zealand following on from the Jurassic World by Brickman exhibition at the same Wellington venue in 2023. More details are expected to follow on the Tākina Exhibition Centre website shortly, alongside the website for the exhibition itself, at LEGOStarWarsTheExhibition.com.

The LEGO Star Wars exhibition is described as utilising 8 million LEGO bricks across 60 large-scale models and 10 themed zones. Featuring life-sized builds and interactive displays, this premiere event took 25,000 hours to construct, and covers Star Wars characters and scenes from across the entire history of movies and streaming media.

Images from LEGOStarWarsTheExhibition.com.

Step into a galaxy far, far away at LEGO® Star Wars: The Exhibition

A world-first experience created by LEGO® Certified Professional Ryan “Brickman” McNaught and his team of master builders. This spectacular exhibition reimagines the Star Wars universe through epic-scale LEGO models, from detailed starships to life-size scenes and characters from across the saga.

Following on from our post yesterday, we now have pics with additional details of the Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu collectibles that will be available at participating Burger King restaurants in New Zealand from next week.

The Mandalorian WHOPPER® Meal or the Mandalorian Chicken Burger Meal will come with a limited edition Collectable Mandalorian and Grogu Ceramic Mug while stocks last, while the Mandalorian King Jr. Meal will come with one of eight collectible Mandalorian and Grogu figurines (1 per King Jr. meal).

Press release:

This is Your Way: Burger King® Launches Limited-Time Menu inspired by Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu

The special-edition menu and accompanying global media campaign features collectible Mandalorian and Grogu mugs, 8 collectibles figurines, custom content and special immersive store takeovers ahead of the film’s NZ theatrical release on May 21.

Burger King ® New Zealand is bringing the Force to flame-grilling with a special-edition menu in NZ launching nationwide from April 29. A limited-time menu inspired by Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu lands in New Zealand restaurants, just in time for the film’s theatrical release on May 21. Inspired by the epic storytelling and iconic characters of Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu, the new menu delivers bold flavors, immersive packaging and exclusive collectibles for fans of all ages. Whether you ride alone or with your crew, there’s something in this galactic adventure for everyone.

At participating New Zealand restaurants, the new menu is designed to let fans enjoy the adventure:

For Adult Fans
The Mandalorian WHOPPER® Meal or the Mandalorian Chicken Burger Meal will come with a limited edition Collectable Mandalorian and Grogu Ceramic Mug while stocks last.

Kids can join the adventure too
Kids can enjoy the limited-time Mandalorian King Jr. Meal, available at participating restaurants while supplies last, featuring 8 collectable Mandalorian and Grogu figurines (1 per King Jr. meal).

Each meal is served in special packaging, available while supplies last, featuring elements that create an immersive galactic experience.

Guests can embark on the adventure by ordering the Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu menu at Burgerking.co.nz, Through the BK®App or at participating Burger King NZ restaurants – for a limited time only, while supplies last.

Burger King NZ will be celebrating the upcoming release of The Mandalorian and Grogu with food, collectibles, and packaging from next week (April 29th)!

Press release:

This is Your Way: Burger King® Launches Limited-Time Menu inspired by Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu

The special-edition menu and accompanying global media campaign features collectible Mandalorian and Grogu mugs, 8 collectibles figurines, custom content and special immersive store takeovers ahead of the film’s NZ theatrical release on May 21.

Burger King ® New Zealand is bringing the Force to flame-grilling with a special-edition menu in NZ launching nationwide from April 29. A limited-time menu inspired by Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu lands in New Zealand restaurants, just in time for the film’s theatrical release on May 21. Inspired by the epic storytelling and iconic characters of Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu, the new menu delivers bold flavors, immersive packaging and exclusive collectibles for fans of all ages. Whether you ride alone or with your crew, there’s something in this galactic adventure for everyone.

At participating New Zealand restaurants, the new menu is designed to let fans enjoy the adventure:

For Adult Fans
The Mandalorian WHOPPER® Meal or the Mandalorian Chicken Burger Meal will come with a limited edition Collectable Mandalorian and Grogu Ceramic Mug while stocks last.

Kids can join the adventure too
Kids can enjoy the limited-time Mandalorian King Jr. Meal, available at participating restaurants while supplies last, featuring 8 collectable Mandalorian and Grogu figurines (1 per King Jr. meal).

Each meal is served in special packaging, available while supplies last, featuring elements that create an immersive galactic experience.

Guests can embark on the adventure by ordering the Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu menu at Burgerking.co.nz, Through the BK®App or at participating Burger King NZ restaurants – for a limited time only, while supplies last.

The official LEGO Star Wars promos and deals kick of on 1st May at 2:00am NZST. Although general access to the new products and promos technically start on May the Fourth, LEGO Insiders get early access on the first day of the month.

Highlights include:

Launch of the new Ultimate Collector Series version of The Mandalorian’s N-1 Starfighter (75442) which includes a specific gift-with-purchase (GWP): a collectible ornament features a lenticular ’film strip’ image of Mando and Grogu in the cockpit of the N-1 Starfighter.

Two Star Wars GWPs: the LEGO Darksaber (40917) with qualifying purchases of $285 or more, and the Razor Crest mini-build with qualifying purchases of $70 or more.

A The Mandalorian and Grogu Metal Card, a redeemable member reward acquired by cashing in 2,500 loyalty points.

Full details are on the official LEGO website.

JB Hi-Fi stores are currently stocking the latest wave of figures in the Black Series line (from The Mandalorian and Grogu movie) and a recent wave from The Vintage Collection line (Padmé Amidala, Shaak Ti, The Stranger, Maul, and ROTJ Darth Vader).

The figures are not currently listed on their website, but are priced at $32.99 in store for The Vintage Collection, and $46.99 for Black Series figures.

The final trailer for the upcoming The Mandalorian and Grogu trailer is out now. There is so much fast-paced action, we’ve put together a screen-cap gallery so that you can fully appreciate the content frame-by-frame.

The Mandalorian and Grogu opens in theatres on May 21st in New Zealand, with midnight screenings at selected theatres. Tickets are on sale now (e.g., Event Cinemas, Hoyts, Reading Cinemas).

Trailer Screencap Gallery

The Mandalorian and Grogu movie hits theatres in New Zealand on May 21st (Event Cinemas, Hoyts, Reading Cinemas). A few of the main cinema chains have started advertising the tie-in soft-drink cups and popcorn buckets that will available at selected theatres for this movie.

Hoyts have shown a large AT-AT popcorn bucket, standard popcorn tin with lid, a chromed/metallised Mando helmet with Grogu popcorn bucket, a chromed/metallised cup with straw, a domed plastic cup with straw, and a sculptural AT-AT cup. Reading Cinemas have shown a range of plastic cups with Din Djarin and/or Grogu on the top.

Most of the main cinema chains around New Zealand, and the official Star Wars social media channels, are reporting that tickets for The Mandalorian and Grogu go live at 9am this coming Monday (April 20th). Screenings launch in NZ on May 21st:

• Event Cinemas
• Hoyts
• Reading Cinemas

Promotional campaigns for the first Star Wars theatrical release since 2019 are really starting to ramp up. The final trailer is now out, as is a range of new movie posters.