Star Wars fans have some adorable new companions to look forward to! Disney has announced that all three Batuu Adventure Buddies will be available at Droid Depot in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge beginning November 17, 2026, at both Disneyland Park and Disney’s Hollywood Studios.
Guests can choose from Grogu, an Ewok, or a Huttlet, and these aren’t your ordinary plush toys. Each interactive companion features expressive LCD eyes, moving facial expressions, and a variety of sounds and reactions. They’ll even interact with other Batuu Adventure Buddies and compatible droids from Droid Depot!
Meet the Batuu Adventure Buddies
Each character has its own personality, along with some pretty entertaining tricks.
The Ewok can perform a little Endor dance party when you tap its head three times, complete with chanting and drumming sounds. Give its belly two quick taps near another Buddy, and it’ll send out a call that nearby companions can answer.
Grogu has a few familiar surprises of his own. Feed him using one of his accessories and tap his belly twice, and he’ll respond with a burp and a satisfied sigh. Three taps on his head activate his Force-inspired expressions, which can also get nearby toys reacting.
The Huttlet has a mischievous personality, responding to belly taps with giggles and a Huttese laugh. Three head taps trigger an animated grin and a playful coin animation.
There are even more reactions to discover once you bring your new friend home.
Customize Your New Star Wars Companion
Guests can also purchase optional gear packs to dress up their new companions and unlock additional interactions.
Three themed sets will be available:
- Endor Gear Set: Spear, horn, grilled fish, and Endor poncho.
- Mandalore Gear Set: Mythosaur axe, Nummies, Beskar chest armor, and shoulder cape.
- Batuu Gear Set: YT-1300 freighter model, All-Kit tool, Ronto Wrap, and Batuuan poncho.
The accessories aren’t just for looks. Certain food items, toys, and tools attach to the Buddy’s left hand and trigger additional sounds, animations, and reactions.
Inside Droid Depot, cast members will help guests select their companion and accessories before guiding them through a special activation experience. It’s a fun little touch that should make bringing one of these characters home feel like more than a typical merchandise purchase.
Important Virtual Queue Details for Disney World
If you’re hoping to pick up a Batuu Adventure Buddy at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, there’s an important detail to know before your visit.
Beginning November 17, Disney will use a virtual queue for purchases at Droid Depot.
Guests with valid theme park admission can request to join the virtual queue through the My Disney Experience app at 7 a.m. or at 1 p.m. after entering the park.
Only two guests per party may be designated in the app, although both guests are eligible to make a purchase. Joining the virtual queue does not guarantee that a Buddy will be available to buy.
A standby line won’t be offered while the virtual queue is operating, but Disney says one may become available after all boarding groups have been called.
More New Star Wars Merchandise Arriving November 17
The Batuu Adventure Buddies aren’t the only new arrivals.
Disney is also introducing new R-Series Droid Factory action figures on November 17. These smaller figures feature lights and sounds activated by pressing a button on their canisters.
They’re separate from the larger custom-built astromechs available at Droid Depot, so they won’t offer the same interactions with the Batuu Adventure Buddies.
Guests can also continue building their own custom droids at Droid Depot, choosing from BB-Series, R-Series, C-Series, and A-LT-Series models.
One of the neat things about these interactive companions is that the fun doesn’t necessarily end when you leave the shop. Compatible droids and Batuu Adventure Buddies can respond to certain locations throughout Galaxy’s Edge, including Ronto Roasters and the area near the A-Wing.
If you’ve been looking for a new Star Wars souvenir that’s a little different from the usual plush or action figure, these might be worth checking out during your next visit.
All three Batuu Adventure Buddies arrive at Droid Depot at Disneyland Park and Disney’s Hollywood Studios on Tuesday, November 17, 2026.
