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Capcom accused of ditching union contracts on Mega Man sequel
Capcom is reportedly not providing union terms for a Mega Man sequel, leading the performer union SAG-AFTRA to advise its members against working on the title. The publisher has been accused of ditching union contracts for the upcoming game.
Capcom accused of ditching union contracts on Mega Man: Dual Override
SAG-AFTRA has issued a 'Do Not Work Order' for Mega Man: Dual Override, accusing Capcom of refusing to offer union contracts. Voice actor Ben Diskin stated he would not return for the project due to Capcom's stance. The union emphasizes the importance of Global Rule One to protect member earnings and gains. Mega Man: Dual Override is scheduled for a 2027 release on PC and consoles.
Mega Man Voice Actor Won't Return for Dual Override as Capcom Reportedly Won't Hire Him With 'The Protections of a Union Contract' - IGN
Voice actor Ben Diskin will not return for Mega Man: Dual Override due to Capcom's refusal to offer a union contract, citing concerns over AI protections. SAG-AFTRA has issued a "Do Not Work Order" against the production, as the publisher has not initiated the signatory process for union actors. Diskin expressed his desire for union protection to ensure AI safeguards are enforceable, especially given the industry's current uncertainty and layoffs.
Mega Man voice actor announces he won't be back for Dual Override due to lack of "protections of a union contract"
Voice actor Ben Diskin announced he will not return to voice Mega Man in Mega Man: Dual Override due to the project not being unionized. Diskin, who voiced the character in Mega Man 11, stated he cannot risk working without the protections of a union contract, despite Capcom's assurances regarding AI usage. Mega Man: Dual Override is slated for a 2027 release on PlayStation 4/5, Xbox One & Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
"I Need A Union Contract To Feel Safe" - Mega Man 11 Voice Actor Not Returning For Dual Override
Voice actor Ben Diskin will not return as Mega Man in the upcoming Mega Man: Dual Override due to Capcom's refusal to provide a union contract. Diskin cited industry uncertainty and the need for enforceable protections against AI voice development as reasons for his decision, despite Capcom's assurances. The game is scheduled for a 2027 release on Nintendo Switch.
Ben Diskin Wont Return as Mega Man, Cites AI Protections and Union Contract
Voice actor Ben Diskin will not return as the voice of Mega Man in Mega Man: Dual Override, citing concerns over AI protections and union contract issues. Diskin previously voiced Mega Man in Mega Man 11.
Ben Diskin Won’t Return as Mega Man, Cites AI Protections and Union Contract
Voice actor Ben Diskin will not return to voice Mega Man, citing concerns over artificial intelligence protections and union contracts. The discussion touches on the future of voice acting in games and mentions other Capcom titles like Pragmata and Viewtiful Joe.
Mega Man's voice actor says he won't be returning in Dual Override over non-union contract concerns
Voice actor Ben Diskin, who voiced Mega Man in Mega Man 11, will not return for Mega Man: Dual Override due to concerns over non-union contract terms and AI protections. SAG-AFTRA has issued a "do not work" order for the game, stating Capcom has not initiated the signatory process. Diskin expressed willingness to work on a lower-budget union contract, highlighting industry uncertainty and layoffs.
Ben Diskin, Voice Of Mega Man Won't Return For Dual Override, Capcom Foregoing Union Contract | Console
Ben Diskin, the voice actor for Mega Man in Mega Man 11, will not return for Mega Man: Dual Override due to a dispute with Capcom over union contracts. Diskin stated he was offered the role on the condition of working without union protections, which he felt was too risky due to potential AI usage of his voice, despite Capcom's assurances.
