
An artificial intelligence with the voice of Darth Vader causes controversy in Fortnite after leaving the planned screenplay
Epic games He surprised the players by introducing an interactive version of Darth Vader in FortniteAble to speak thanks to an artificial intelligence trained with the voice of the deceased James Earl Jones. The collaboration, which involved Google Gemini y Elevenlabsallowed users to speak with Darth Vader Within the game. However, The implementation soon generated controversy.
Despite the pre -established restrictions (how to avoid offensive language or delicate themes), the IA has been quickly brought to the limit. In the broadcasts of ContractionVader has been heard phrases like “accidents! What vulgarity has no good appearance!” Or make strange references such as skibid baths. An unprofessional video circulates even in which a homophobic insult is heard.
Before the wave of criticisms, Epic Games issued an urgent update: “We launched a correction 30 minutes after this happened in the game, so it shouldn’t happen again,” said the company My city.
The use of the generated item of James Earl Jones has been approved by his familyWho he said: “James Earl heard that Darth Vader’s voice was inseparable from the story of Star Wars And he always wanted fans of all ages to continue enjoying them. “
But not all fans share enthusiasm. Many have expressed concern about the use of generative video games, mentioning its environmental impact, the threat to creative works and the possible use of the unwanted human voices.
“Authentic garbage … I hope it breaks in one day and we don’t see him anymore. Damnation,” wrote an annoying player. Another asked: “Why do a game of Battle Royale helps to boil the oceans?”
Although Epic promises greater control, Vader’s IA has already left a mark … and not right on the positive side.