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Darkest Dungeon gets two new characters in upcoming The Fire's Edge DLC
Red Hook Studios is releasing The Fire's Edge DLC for Darkest Dungeon on August 18, 2026, for PC, Mac, and consoles. This expansion introduces two new characters, the Duelist and the Runaway, previously featured in Darkest Dungeon II, along with new trinkets and Hamlet Districts. The DLC aims to support the original game, which is celebrating its 10th anniversary.
"His voice and delivery was human": Darkest Dungeon developers will "never, ever" use genAI to replace narrator Wayne June
Red Hook, the developer of Darkest Dungeon, has stated they will "never, ever" use generative AI to replace the voice of the game's deceased narrator, Wayne June. Creative director Chris Bourassa declined June's posthumous permission to train an AI on his voice, emphasizing the importance of preserving the human element of his performances. The discussion touches on the ethical implications of AI voice cloning in the gaming industry, referencing a similar case involving Epic Games and James Earl Jones.
'His Voice and Delivery Was Human' — Darkest Dungeon Dev Says Red Hook Will Never Use AI to Replicate the Voice of Late Narrator Wayne June
Red Hook Studios, the developer of Darkest Dungeon 2, has stated that they will not use artificial intelligence to replicate the voice of the late voice actor Wayne June. The studio emphasized that June's unique voice and delivery will not be artificially recreated.
Darkest Dungeon studio refuses to AI generate deceased narrator's voice despite his permission: 'I would never, ever erode his incredible and timeless performances'
Red Hook Studios has stated they will not use AI to replicate the voice of their deceased narrator, Wayne June, despite having his permission. Studio co-founder Chris Bourassa explained that they declined the offer and donated to June's family instead, emphasizing their respect for his timeless performances. The decision has been met with praise from fans concerned about the ethical implications of AI in preserving artistic legacies.
