Fortnite’s newest update has brought a fresh twist to the game by introducing an AI chatbot that lets you talk to Darth Vader. This is a pretty wild addition, mixing Star Wars vibes with AI tech to create a distinct in-game experience. If you’ve ever wanted to have a chat with the Dark Lord himself, now’s your chance!
Fortnite is no stranger to collaborations, teaming up with big names like Marvel, Stranger Things, and even pop stars. The Star Wars crossover is one of the most interesting yet, featuring classic skins, lightsabers, and blasters, and now, thanks to a partnership with Google Gemini and ElevenLabs, this AI-powered Darth Vader interaction.
How the AI Chatbot Works
According to leaker HYPEX, players can engage with Darth Vader by pressing a dedicated button during the game. You’ll first need to assign a binding for Conversational AI in your settings. Once activated, you can ask Vader questions or give him commands, and he’ll respond with voice and chat replies. It’s like having a mini Star Wars roleplay right inside Fortnite!
Of course, there are some rules to keep things appropriate. Conversations can’t touch on topics like V-Bucks, sexual content, harm to children, swearing, romance, gore, addiction, illegal activities, terrorism, or hate speech. It’s unclear if breaking these rules will get you banned, but the AI will likely steer clear of those subjects.
How to Talk to Darth Vader in Fortnite
- Enable voice chat for everyone in your settings.
- Find Darth Vader roaming around Vader Samurai’s Solitude.
- Defeat him to join the dark side and go through the portal.
- Once he’s on your team, hold the Y button to start talking.
- Press Y again to end the conversation.
It’s a pretty cool way to interact with one of gaming’s most iconic villains, and it might just be the start of more AI chatbots in Fortnite. For now, players worldwide can ask Darth Vader anything within the guidelines and get a response that feels surprisingly real.
What do you think about chatting with Darth Vader in Fortnite? Would you like to see more characters get this AI treatment? Drop your thoughts in the comments below!
