May the 4th is here again—so save your credits for this Star Wars merch

It's now Star Wars day once again, or so they say: Yes, we're talking about that genius marketing ploy to rebrand May the 4th based on a pun—well, it's not even a pun, really, but it sounds similar enough to elicit a smirk.

Some Star Wars fans might long for a bygone era when the franchise wasn't so commercialized as to have its own holiday, but if they're honest with themselves, Star Wars was always somewhere on that spectrum.

Still, the generational appeal of the universe George Lucas launched back in the late 1970s is as strong as ever—as is the creativity of the people making Star Wars tie-in gags and products that might remind you of your favorite film set in that universe. (Which is, of course, The Empire Strikes Back, we're sure. Or maybe Rogue One? We can be confident it isn't Attack of the Clones or Rise of Skywalker, at any rate.)

And there is some benefit to May 4 beyond its meme-y origins: Collectors of Star Wars stuff can nab some fun items at a discount. Yes, Disney will make some money—and if you follow these links, Ars will, too—but it's a potential win-win-win, or at least a win-win.

There is frankly more Star Wars merch out there than we could ever survey here, but here are a few new options that dropped for 2023 and a few itmes that you can get a little cheaper than usual for what has (apparently) become Star Wars Day.

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Special-edition Lightsabers

• Luke Skywalker 40th Anniversary Legacy Lightsaber set for $250 at Shop Disney
• Skywalker Legacy Lightsaber set for $250 at Shop Disney
• Star Wars Lightsaber umbrella Galactic Empire insignia for $50 at Shop Disney
• Star Wars Lightsaber umbrella Rebel Alliance insignia for $50 at Shop Disney

Whether you're looking for a collectible lightsaber, a detailed replica of Luke Skywalker's 40th Anniversary Legacy Lightsaber, or a lightsaber with an integrated umbrella to brighten up cloudy days, Disney has an assortment available.

Star Wars Jedi: Survivor game

• Star Wars Jedi: Survivor Deluxe for PlayStation 5 for $90 at Amazon | Target (additional savings available from Wired)
• Star Wars Jedi: Survivor Deluxe for PC Origin for $90 at Amazon
• Star Wars Jedi: Survivor Deluxe for PC Steam for $90 at Amazon
• Star Wars Jedi: Survivor Deluxe for Xbox Series X for $90 at Amazon | Target
• Star Wars Jedi: Survivor Standard for PlayStation 5 for $70 at Amazon | Target
• Star Wars Jedi: Survivor Standard for PC Origin for $70 at Amazon
• Star Wars Jedi: Survivor Standard for PC Steam for $70 at Amazon
• Star Wars Jedi: Survivor Standard for Xbox Series X for $70 at Amazon | Target

This third-person galaxy-spanning story of Cal Kestis continues in Star Wars Jedi: Survivor. This new chapter is said to push Cal even further than ever as he fights to protect the galaxy. If you're interested in Survivor, be sure to read our review.

• Star Wars classic game collection for up to 75 percent off at GOG.com

If you prefer classic titles, GOG.com has major discounts on games such as Star Wars: Battlefront II, Star Wars Galactic Battlegrounds Saga, and Star Wars: X-Wing Alliance. There are plenty more to choose from for PC gamers interested in some retro action.

• Xbox Game Pass Ultimate for $15 per month at Xbox

With Xbox's gaming subscription, you'll be able to access slightly older but still modern games, like Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order (Standard Edition), Star Wars Squadrons and Star Wars Battlefront II from EA Play, Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga, and more on your Xbox Series X and Series S, Xbox One, Xbox Cloud Gaming, and your Windows PC. Keep in mind the library is a little different between PC and Xbox, though.

• Monopoly: Disney Star Wars Dark Side Edition for $27 at Amazon
• Hasbro Gaming Operation Game: Star Wars The Mandalorian Edition for $16 (was $22) at Amazon
• Monopoly: Star Wars The Mandalorian Edition for $19 (was $45) at Amazon

If you're not a PC or console gamer, fret not, as we have you covered with a few classic board games with an added Star Wars twist!

BD Unit Deluxe

• BD Unit Deluxe remote control figurine for $110 at Shop Disney

This BD Unit remote control figurine has realistic movements, light, and sound.

Star Wars The Black Series Darth Vader Helmet

• Star Wars The Black Series Darth Vader Premium Electronic Helmet for $132 from Hasbro

This premium cosplay replica helmet features life-size realistic deco, series-inspired design, and ventilation sounds. It's realistically re-created with a multi-piece magnetic assembly mechanism where magnets connect the collar piece, mask piece, and hood piece together. The helmet has a stand for display, and a battery is required.

Star Wars apparel and merchandise

• May the 4th Be With You 2023 Adult T-Shirt for $33 at Shop Disney
• May the 4th Be With You 2023 Children T-Shirt for $20 at Shop Disney

• Greedo May the 4th Be With You 2023 Full-Zip Hoodie for $55 at Shop Disney
• Greedo May the 4th Be With You 2023 Baseball Cap for $30 at Shop Disney

• May the 4th Be With You 2023 Cantina Tumbler for $25 at Shop Disney
• Candor Star Wars Darth Vader ceramic mug for $22 at Amazon
• Star Wars Millennium Falcon waffle maker for $60 at Williams Sonoma

Sizes are limited, and inventory will come and go with Disney's limited edition May the 4th Be With You 2023 apparel, so check frequently if the size you want is out of stock.

• Star Wars Death Star Road Stormtrooper crossing men's T-shirt starting from $18 at Amazon
• Star Wars 1977 rainbox X-Wing men's T-shirt starting from $24 at Amazon
• Disney Star Wars Grogu custom name pendant for $70 at Amazon
• Enso Star Wars silicone ring for $40 (was $50) at Amazon
• Star Wars R2D2 enamel cufflinks for $77 at Amazon
• Star Wars Lightsaber earrings for $13 at Amazon

• Star Wars Jedi master Yoda desk lamp for $200 at Amazon
• Star Wars Corkcicle stemless wine tumbler for $33 (was $35) at Amazon
• Citizen Star Wars ANI-Digi watch for $275 (was $395) at Amazon

If you're not after this year's latest Star Wars Day gear, we've found some merch that will save you money and transport you to a galaxy far, far away. From jewelry like chic cufflinks and necklaces to fun waffle makers and retro watches, we have you covered, and the best part is you can pocket the savings!

Star Wars MagicBand+

• Star Wars Day 2023 MagicBand+ Limited Edition for $65 at Shop Disney
• Yoda MagicBand+ for $45 at Shop Disney

Celebrate Star Wars Nite at Disneyland during the evenings on May 2, 4, 8, and 11, 2023, with the MagicBand+.

Lego Star Wars collector sets

• X-Wing Starfighter for $240 at Lego
• Emperor's Throne Room Diorama for $100 at Lego
• Spider Tank for $50 at Lego

• Endor Speeder Chase Diorama for $80 at Lego
• Pirate Snub Fighter for $35 at Lego
• Executor Super Star Destroyer for $70 at Lego
• Battle of Endor Heroes for $40 at Lego
• A New Hope Mos Eisley Cantina set for $400 at Amazon
• Star Wars Republic Gunship for $331 (was $400) at Amazon

• Darth Vader Key Chain for $6 at Lego
• Scout Trooper Key Chain for $6 at Lego
• Fennec Shand Key Chain for $6 at Lego

From inexpensive Lego key chains to expensive collector's sets like the X-Wing starfighter or various dioramas, Lego has you covered with memorabilia that's not only fun to look at but also engaging and exciting to build! Our partner at Wired has coupons for additional potential savings whenever you're shopping at Lego.

The sets are accurate representations of scenes from the franchise that you bring to life with your building skills and imagination! For example, Lego says that the Emperor's Throne Room Diorama is a representation of Emperor Palpatine's Throne Room on the re-built Death Star in Return of the Jedi, while the Endor Speeder Chase brings to life the high-speed action in the lush forest floor with Luke Skywalker racing on a speeder bike in between trees.

Loungefly collection

• Star Wars: Return Of The Jedi Han Solo in Carbonite Mini Backpack for $90 at Loungefly
• Star Wars Revenge of the Sith Lanyard and Pin Set for $25 at Loungefly
• Star Wars Celebration Armorer Cosplay Mini Backpack for $90 at Loungefly

• Darth Vader Figural Helmet Crossbody Bag for $75 at Loungefly
• Star Wars Light Side Saber Strap Crossbody Bag for $80 at Loungefly
• Star Wars: Return of the Jedi World Premiere Ticket Lanyard with Card Holder for $12 at Loungefly
• Star Wars: Return of the Jedi 40th Anniversary Wicket W. Warrick Keychain for $10 at Loungefly
• Star Wars: Return of the Jedi World Premiere Ticket Lenticular Keychain for $10 at Loungefly

• Star Wars Celebration Armorer Cosplay Zip Around Wallet for $40 at Loungefly
• Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones Scene Zip Around Wallet for $40 at Loungefly
• Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones Scene Mini Backpack for $75 at Loungefly

• Star Wars: Return Of The Jedi Death Star Figural Crossbody Bag for $75 at Loungefly
• Jango Fett Chain Strap Crossbody Bag for $75 at Loungefly

Made for the Star Wars fans who are also bag lovers, Loungefly's collection of handbags, backpacks, and wallets makes great statement pieces. With designs like Han Solo frozen in carbonite on a backpack to a crossbody bag made to look like the Death Star, these fun collectible pieces are also functional, allowing you to store your favorite memorabilia, wallet, or daily items while on the go.

Star Wars smartphone cases and accessories

• Casetify Beskar Ingot case for iPhone with MagSafe for $92 at Casetify
• Casetify Beskar Ingot case for Samsung Galaxy phones for $72 at Casetify
• Casetify Beskar Ingot case for Google Pixel phones for $58 at Casetify

• Casetify The Mandalorian Grogu AirPods Pro 2 Case for $72 at Casetify
• Casetify Grogu MagSafe Wallet for $42 at Casetify

Casetify makes several officially licensed cases for the Star Wars franchise, and the latest release for May the 4th is the Beskar Ingot case, available for iPhone, Samsung phones, and Google Pixel 6 and 7 series devices.

• Popsockets Dimensionals Millennium Falcon grip for $55 from Popsockets
• Popsockets Storm Trooper grip for $55 from Popsockets

• Popsockets Darth Vader grip for $55 from Popsockets

Whether you need a pop-out phone stand or a little extra grip to carry your smartphone and prevent the dreaded carpal tunnel syndrome, Popsockets' Dimensionals grips offer a premium, branded Star Wars experience with a 3D image of the Millennium Falcon ship, Darth Vader, or a Storm Trooper.

• MobyFox Star Wars smartwatch band from $33.90 at Amazon
• Casetify Beskar Monolink Watch Band for $108 at Casetify

• Yoda Teacher's Day 2023 pin for $18 at Shop Disney

Now that the academic year is coming to a close, honor your favorite mentor, teacher, or guru with a Yoda Teacher's Day 2023 pin, especially if the recipient of your gift is a true Star Wars fan.

Disney+ subscription and movies deals

• Disney+ streaming subscription starting at $8 per month at Disney

Catch up on all the Star Wars movies and TV series like The Mandalorian with a Disney+ subscription. Plans start at just $8 per month with ads, or go ad-free for $3 extra.

In addition to the entire library of Star Wars content, Disney+ is the home to Disney, Pixar, Marvel, and National Geographic content. Disney also gives you discounts if you bundle Disney+ with the company's other streaming services, like ESPN+ and Hulu.

• Star Wars movies at up to 50 percent off at Microsoft

Enjoy savings of up to 50 percent on Star Wars movies, from the classic to the more modern releases. Owning these digital titles, rather than streaming them, means you won't have to pay for a recurring monthly subscription after you've purchased them. Movies include the complete collection of Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga as well as Star Wars: A New Hope.

Updated on May 4 with additional merchandise and discounts.

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