Epic Games is expanding its use of AI in Fortnite, following the controversial addition of an AI-powered Darth Vader NPC. The company has revealed a new Persona device for Fortnite Creative, which allows developers to create customizable NPCs that can interact with players in real time. This was highlighted during the Unreal Fest 2025 presentation in Orlando. The previous Darth Vader NPC drew attention for making inappropriate and offensive comments, which led to a subsequent patch. AI technologies are gaining traction in gaming, with potential for creating expansive game experiences, as noted by Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney.
Epic Games has unveiled a new AI-powered NPC Persona device for Fortnite Creative developers, allowing them to create customizable NPCs that can interact with players in real time.
The AI-powered Darth Vader, trained on voice clips by James Earl Jones, responded to players, leading to controversial and inappropriate comments that prompted a patch by Epic Games.
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