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Studio Behind GTA-Like PlayStation 5 Game Shuts Down
Build a Rocket Boy, the studio behind the PlayStation 5 game MindsEye, is shutting down permanently after multiple rounds of layoffs and accusations of unlawful employee monitoring. The IWGB Games Worker Union has stated its commitment to seeking justice for the workers. Several employees have confirmed their departure from the company.
Starfinder: Afterlight, a CRPG based on one of my favourite systems that pulled in almost $1 million on Kickstarter, is…
Starfinder: Afterlight, a CRPG based on the Starfinder 2e ruleset, has garnered significant attention, raising nearly $1 million on Kickstarter and securing voice acting from talent behind Red Dead Redemption and Baldur's Gate 3. While the current Steam demo is rough, particularly in performance and customization, it shows marked improvement from earlier builds, offering a cautiously optimistic glimpse into the game's potential.
Baldur's Gate 3's Astarion teams up with The Blood of Dawnwalker's Coen to ponder "the ennui of immortality"
Neil Newbon, the voice actor for Baldur's Gate 3's Astarion, and Will de Renzy-Martin, actor for The Blood of Dawnwalker's Coen, discuss the themes of immortality and the vampire trope. They explore how both games delve into the complexities of eternal life and the human condition, with Newbon emphasizing the importance of portraying the person beneath the vampire.
Cassette Beasts 2002 tells an exciting new story, unless you continue your last one
Cassette Beasts 2002, the sequel to the popular monster-collecting RPG, introduces new beasts, refined mechanics, and a new story set in London. Players can choose to start a fresh narrative or continue their save file from the original game. The title is slated for a March 2027 release on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch.
Astarion Gets His Own Official Baldur’s Gate 3 Prequel Novel This September
A prequel novel focusing on the character Astarion from Baldur's Gate 3, titled 'Baldur's Gate 3: Astarion,' will be released on September 29, penned by T. Kingfisher. Larian Studios' senior writer Stephen Rooney consulted on the project to ensure lore consistency. An audiobook narrated by Neil Newbon, the voice actor for Astarion, will also be available.
Cassette Beasts 2002 Launches in March 2027, Includes Baldur’s Gate 3 Actor Neil Newbon
Bytten Studio announced that Cassette Beasts 2002 will launch in March 2027 for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, PC, and Nintendo Switch. The sequel to the 2023 original is set in a 2000s London-inspired world called Nodnol, featuring over 250 beasts to fuse and a story involving an occultist. Neil Newbon, known for his role in Baldur's Gate 3, will voice the character Westerley.
EXCLUSIVE: Baldur's Gate 3: Astarion Excerpt, Narrated by Neil Newbon Himself
IGN has released an exclusive excerpt from Baldur's Gate 3: Astarion, featuring narration by the character's voice actor, Neil Newbon. The excerpt highlights Newbon's performance as Astarion.
Baldur's Gate 3 Lae'zel actor almost broke up with the character during her playthrough, but "didn't…
Devora Wilde, the actor who voices Lae'zel in Baldur's Gate 3, shared her personal experiences playing the game and her conflicted feelings about the character she portrayed. Wilde admitted she almost stopped playing as Lae'zel during her playthrough due to the character's distinct voice and mannerisms, which differ significantly from her own personality.
Dungeon Masters Season 2 Will Feature Material from Dungeons & Dragons Arcana Unleashed
Wizards of the Coast announced that Dungeon Masters Season 2 will premiere on July 8th on YouTube, featuring host Jasmine Bhullar and guests Devora Wilde, Neil Newbon, Mayanna Berrin, and Christian Navarro. The season will showcase new player subclasses from the upcoming Dungeons & Dragons supplement, Arcana Unleashed, and is set in the Anarouch Desert. Additional seasons are planned for later in the year.
Until Dawn Characters Will Never Not Look Cursed, I Guess
This opinion piece critiques the character models in the upcoming game Until Dawn 2, arguing they still suffer from uncanny valley issues despite technological advancements. While the story premise and actor Neil Newbon's character model are praised, the author finds the facial animations and overall character designs unsettling, especially when compared to the realistic portrayal of Deborah Ann Woll in God of War: Laufey.
Where Birds Sleep is a game about control. Or, well, your lack of control
Where Birds Sleep is a unique point-and-click adventure game that challenges traditional player control by making the protagonist Cormo override player choices. Developed by Quiet Little Feet, the game explores themes of morality and consequences, with player actions influencing Cormo's attributes and opening or closing narrative paths. The game aims to create a struggle for control and agency, offering a different experience from games like Baldur's Gate 3 or Disco Elysium.
Where Birds Sleep Reveals New Trailer, Neil Newbon Joins as Lead Actor
Quiet Little Feet revealed a new trailer for their narrative adventure game, Where Birds Sleep, and announced that Neil Newbon will voice the main character, Cormo, and also serve as a producer. The game, previously titled Where Birds Go To Sleep, features a unique blend of tabletop roleplaying, point-and-click exploration, and mystery puzzles where player choices influence Cormo's psyche and actions, creating tension between player agency and character resistance. The game is set on a prison island inspired by the mystical Middle East at the turn of the 16th century and is available to wishlist on Steam.
Until Dawn 2 has sold me with its campy teen slasher vibes, and it proves there's nothing like old-school scares
Until Dawn 2, developed by Firesprite, is set to revive the campy teen slasher horror of the original. The game promises a return to old-school scares with a new cast and a mysterious island setting, contrasting with Supermassive Games' more serious sci-fi horror title, Directive 8020. The upcoming PlayStation 5 exclusive features actors Neil Newbon and Dacre Montgomery, and is already generating excitement for its B-movie slasher vibes.
Until Dawn 2 is coming in 2027, Baldur's Gate 3 star Neil Newbon plays a "buff idiot," and OG studio Supermassive has been replaced by PlayStation's Horizon Call of the Mountain dev
Until Dawn 2 has been revealed with a 2027 release window, but it will be developed by Firesprite, not the original studio Supermassive Games. The sequel features a new cast of characters exploring a haunted island and includes Baldur's Gate 3 actor Neil Newbon. The announcement trailer showcased new gameplay elements and a return of a character from the first game.
5 State of Play announcements that stole the stream
Sony's State of Play event showcased several new game announcements and gameplay reveals. Highlights included new footage of Marvel's Wolverine, the stylish multiplayer game Kemuri, the horror sequel Until Dawn 2, the revival of Stuntman: Hollywood, and a new God of War title focusing on Laufey.
Sony Announces Until Dawn 2, Developed by Firesprite Games
Sony announced Until Dawn 2 during its State of Play presentation, with development handled by Firesprite Games instead of the original studio, Supermassive Games. The narrative horror title will be a spiritual successor, focusing on player choice and character permadeath, and is slated for a 2027 release on PlayStation 5. Actor Neil Newbon is confirmed to be involved.
Assassin's Creed: Black Flag actor Matt Ryan says the term 'voice actor' is outdated: 'You see the performances in the eyes, it blows me away'
Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag actor Matt Ryan believes the term 'voice actor' is outdated, advocating for a term that better reflects the full performance capture involved in modern game development. He highlights the increasing detail and emotional depth conveyed through motion capture technology, noting how actors' performances are now more recognizable and integral to the gaming experience.
Andy Serkis says 'there has always been that snobbery' when it comes to videogame acting, but the times are changing thanks to games like Expedition 33
Actor Andy Serkis believes there has historically been a snobbery towards video game acting, but this is changing thanks to titles like Expedition 33. He expressed enthusiasm for the game and its visual style, highlighting the importance of recognizing the contributions of mocap actors. The article also touches on past instances of industry figures downplaying the role of acting in games.
Baldur's Gate 3 Astarion actor Neil Newbon is also in Crimson Desert, which he calls "really impressive" and says players "just have to deal with" choice overload
Neil Newbon, the voice actor for Crimson Desert's protagonist Kliff and a contributor to Baldur's Gate 3, described Crimson Desert as "really impressive" and noted the abundance of choices available to players. He believes players will simply have to "deal with" the potential for choice overload due to the vast amount of activities and playstyles offered.
Baldur's Gate 3 cast 'changed the game' for videogame actors, says Dragon Age: Inquisition lead: 'We too deserve to stand up and be counted'
Alix Wilton Regan, voice of the female inquisitor in Dragon Age: Inquisition, believes Baldur's Gate 3 has set a new standard for video game actors, highlighting the demanding nature of the profession. She contrasts this with the industry's current focus on AI, which threatens creative roles, and notes the growing recognition for game actors, exemplified by Baldur's Gate 3 star Neil Newbon's award win.
