As for Disney and Epic Games, the AI-powered Darth Vader in "Fortnite" is just the beginning of what will likely be significant gaming advancements, all the result of artificial intelligence.

SAG-AFTRA has filed a labor complaint against Fortnite;s maker over AI use of James Earl Jones' voice as Darth Vader, raising concerns over performer rights.

Darth Vader’s appearance in ‘Fortnite’ has proved controversial, as the ‘Star Wars’ villain is powered by generative AI, sparking backlash and debate.

AI-Voiced Darth Vader Can Swear, Say 'Skibidi Toilet' in Fortnite: How to Find It Expletives are apparently not off the table as a foul-mouthed AI Darth Vader is added to Fortnite.

The actors’ union that began striking against video game companies last summer has filed an unfair labor practice charge against Epic Games, the creator of Fortnite.

The AI Darth Vader companion gives witty answers to the questions, alert the players from incoming threats, and can even leave the team. But the surprising part is that you can make him sing.

SAG-AFTRA says 'Fortnite' used an AI-powered version of Darth Vader's voice in its game without negotiating the terms with the guild.

Fortnite used conversational AI to replicate James Earl Jones' voice as Star Wars' Darth Vader, which has sparked a complaint from SAG-AFTRA.

SAG-AFTRA files unfair labor practice lawsuit against Darth Vader AI company The Darth Vader AI controversy in Fortnite is only just beginning.

But now the developer is in hot water with one of the largest media unions in the country because it included this AI-powered Vader without first communicating or bargaining with SAG-AFTRA.

James Earl Jones's estate allowed "Fortnite" to use the late actor's voice for its Darth Vader character. Epic Games had to issue a fix after it started cursing.

Epic Games' new voice-interactive Fortnite character uses Google's Gemini AI to recreate James Earl Jones' iconic voice for the first time in-game.