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Droid Depot: Build Your Own Droid
Droid Depot: Build Your Own Droid
Tucked inside Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge at Disney's Hollywood Studios, Droid Depot is exactly what it sounds like - a workshop stocked with parts, chips, tools and tech where you can build your very own astromech droid from scratch. It's one of the most hands-on experiences in the park, and whether you're a lifelong Star Wars fan or a first-time visitor, watching your droid come to life at the end of it is genuinely hard to beat.
Choosing Your Droid
The first decision you'll make at Droid Depot is which type of droid you want to build. There are two options:
R-Series
The classic astromech unit, made famous by R2-D2. Originally designed to assist with the controls and repairs of starfighters, R-Series units proved adaptable enough to be useful in almost any situation. To build one, you'll need four parts - a dome, body, centre leg and set of side-legs.
BB-Series
Built for increased mobility outside of the starfighter, BB-Series droids like BB-8 feature a spherical body and swivel dome. They also require four parts to construct - a dome, dome connection plate, body sphere and motivator.
Once you've registered your choice with a cast member, you'll be handed a basket and blueprint and sent on your way.
The Building Process
Parts Station
The first stop is the conveyor belt - a moving line of coloured components where you'll pick out the parts for your droid. Parts come around randomly, so you may find yourself waiting a moment to grab exactly what you want. It's all part of the experience.
For both series, available colours include red, blue, purple, orange, white and black - and you can mix and match however you like. R-Series domes also come in a transparent option, with additional colours like pink, green and yellow available through purchasable decals and accessory panels.
Build Station
Once you've collected your parts, you'll head to a dedicated build station where a cast member will walk you through assembly. Simple placemat instructions and on-screen displays guide you through putting everything together in the right sequence - and if you get stuck, help is always on hand. The tools provided, including an electric screwdriver, make the process straightforward enough for all ages.
At your station you'll also find a tray of accent pieces to add the finishing touches to your droid.
Activation
The final step is bringing your droid to life. Once assembled, your droid is primed, paired with a Bluetooth controller and activated - and with a boop and a bleep, it's ready to roll. Both R-Series and BB-Series droids stand around 18 inches tall.
Accessories and Add-Ons
Once your droid is built, there's plenty of room to customise further. Optional extras include:
Personality chips: change the sounds your droid makes and how it reacts to different situations (you can preview these before buying)
Coloured decals:
Coloured accessory panels:
Tool attachments:
Blaster and jet attachments with light and sound effects
Serving tray with tiny plastic cups
Note that optional attachments are currently only available for R-Series droids.
As you explore Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge with your new companion, your droid will react to the sights and sounds around it - making it the perfect travel companion for the rest of your visit.
Pricing and Important Details
$129.99 per astromech droid unit, plus tax (as of June 2026, prices subject to change)
Bluetooth controller, carry box and instruction manual included
Age recommendation: 3+
The experience area is limited to the builder and one guest - at least one person in the party must be aged 14 or older
Only the builder may build a droid; accompanying guests may not build their own
Custom droids are nonrefundable and not eligible for Annual Passholder or other discounts
How big are the Droids?
Both R-Series and BB-Series unita are about 18 inches tall.
What else is included with my droid?
Your droid will be packed into a cardboard carry-case for transportion around the park and to your hotel. Included in the box is your droid, its Bluetooth controller and an instruction manual.
Will I get a discount if I’m a passholder?
No, there is are no discounts for any of the experiences in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge.
Can I get a refund?
No, there are no refunds on droids made during the Droid Depot building experience.
Can I buy a droid without paying for the experience?
Yes, there are a variety of ‘ready-made’ droids for purchase in the Droid Depot shop, including:
3D Metal model droids
Interactive C3PO droid
Upcycled droid statues
DJ R3X Interactive Droid
R2-D2 Interactive Droid
BB-8 Interactive Droid
MSE Droid Remote Control