Want to own the iconic red lightsaber? Here’s how to find and beat Darth Vader in Fortnite!
Darth Vader is back in Fortnite once again, despite making his debut in ‘Vibin’ last season. When the Sith Lord first appeared on the island, he was also available as his Tier 100 Battle Pass skin.
This time around, you won’t be able to earn the fan-favorite Star Wars character in-game, but you can defeat him for a special lightsaber reward.
Where to find Darth Vader Boss locations in Fortnite Chapter 3 Season 4
Darth Vader only spawns at Imperial Outposts that spawn on an island just southeast of Greasy Grove. You can see him drop by via a Lambda-class shuttle when the Battle Bus flies over the island at the start of each game.
Unlike Season 3, you don’t have to worry about Vader spawning in multiple different locations. This time it’s always in the bottom position.
Stopping in the game near where Darth Vader is will reveal a large blue beam revealing his exact location.
Sith Lords attack players with their lightsabers and Force powers. I mean, it’s not easy to beat him. Thankfully, we have some tricks to help you beat Darth Vader.
How to Beat Darth Vader Tips and Tricks
To defeat Darth Vader, players must keep him within range and be aware of Force powers that can be used to close the gap.
He can be easily defeated by repeatedly attacking him with his vehicle, and since he can only defend against one player at a time, he attacks in squads.
Here are some tips for defeating the iconic Sith.
- Darth Vader can jump long distances, throw objects, pull players towards him, and throw his lightsaber for great damage. Be aware of his options and engage from the widest possible range.
- Vader can block attacks with his lightsaber, but multiple players overwhelm him. Bring in his squad and he’ll easily go down.
- Hitting Darth Vader with a car or other vehicle can safely damage him. His Force Despite his power, he has trouble dealing damage to players in cars.
- Throw the Junk Rift at Vader and the object will drop from the Mysterious Rift. These do great damage and are a good way to deal damage when he’s blocking incoming fire.
- You don’t have to finish off Vader. Instead, shoot him for damage before the other players finish their job.
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How to help defeat Darth Vader
To defeat Darth Vader, you must damage the Sith Lord before he is defeated. The easiest way to do this is to stop near Greasy Grove, grab your weapon, and head to the nearby outpost.
Then hit Darth Vader with a single shot to damage the other players before he can take him down.
This will still count towards the Skywalker Week quest, and an alert will appear at the top of the screen when Vader is defeated.
How to get Darth Vader’s lightsaber in Fortnite
When Darth Vader is defeated, he drops his lightsaber to the ground for one lucky player to pick it up. If you aren’t fast enough to grab it, you’ll have to defeat the player who has it and retrieve it yourself.
This lightsaber only exists in one version in the game and is unique in that it can be thrown by the player pressing the fire button while defending.
Speaking of sabers, why not check out where to find all lightsabers and Star Wars chests in Fortnite?
