Epic Games’ popular game Fortnite, which has millions of players worldwide, is home to a groundbreaking innovation. With the addition of the AI-powered Darth Vader character, players can now chat with the iconic Sith Lord via voice or text, and even team up with him.
HYPEX Discovered: Google Gemini and ElevenLabs Collaboration
This revolutionary feature, revealed by HYPEX, known for its reliable leaks, is the result of a testing process that Fortnite conducted with technology giant Google's Gemini artificial intelligence model and ElevenLabs, which provides text-to-speech technologies. This system, currently only applied to the Darth Vader character, offers players a unique interactive experience with Vader's real-time and contextual reactions. It has not been forgotten that parental permission is required for young players to use this feature.
Vader Doesn't Just Answer, He Also Directs The Game
According to information provided by ShiinaBR, another reliable source, the AI-powered Darth Vader not only answers players' questions, but can also summarize in-game developments, warn players of potential dangers, and initiate conversations when necessary. He can even leave and rejoin the team at the player's request, making him a dynamic teammate.
Limits and Security Measures of Artificial Intelligence
However, this impressive AI character has some limitations. V-bucks (in-game currency), sexually explicit content, and any content that could harm children are strictly excluded from the conversation. Darth Vader is also unable to quote more than two lines from the Disney/Star Wars universe and is also prevented from forming romantic relationships with players. On the other hand, if the AI Vader detects a player’s mental state, such as depression or anxiety, he can direct them to professional help resources.
To Join Vader, You Must Defeat Him First
Players who want to meet this unique AI character and team up with him must first go to a special location called Samurai Solitude on the game map where Vader is located and defeat him after a difficult fight. After this epic battle, Darth Vader, who is “recruited” by the player, now becomes the player’s teammate. From this point on, players can interact with the AI-supported Vader as they wish, either vocally or in writing, and open the doors to a brand new experience in the Fortnite world. This innovation is considered an important step towards Fortnite going beyond being just a battle royale game and enriching the gaming experience with interactive storytelling and AI-supported characters.
