Voice Acting
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ARC Raiders is Swapping its NPC Models With New Ones That Look Like Their Voice Actors
Embark Studios is updating ARC Raiders' NPC models to better reflect the performances of their voice actors, starting with Celeste based on Diana Gardner. This change aims to improve character expressiveness and integrate human performances more deeply into the game. The update, coinciding with the Frozen Trail content drop, will also introduce Reward Passes and dynamic loot zones.
Star Wars Galactic Racer actually has a decent Scouse accent. I asked Fuse how that happened
Star Wars Galactic Racer features a surprisingly authentic Scouse accent for its mechanic, Hibi, voiced by Lucy Montgomery. Fuse Games' CEO Matt Webster and Creative Director Kieran Crimmins explain that the decision stemmed from Crimmins' personal connection to Liverpool and Montgomery's performance reminding him of his auntie. The article praises the game's voice direction, particularly the Scouse accent, as a standout feature that elevates the overall experience.
Metal Gear Solid's Snake actor wants Konami to continue the series, even if Hideo Kojima isn't involved
Akio Otsuka, the Japanese voice actor for Snake in the Metal Gear Solid series, believes Konami should develop a new installment even without Hideo Kojima's involvement. Otsuka, who previously stated he wouldn't return without Kojima, has changed his mind for the sake of the fans and Kojima's current focus on his own projects like Death Stranding and Physint.
John DiMaggio is Coming to SacAnime Winter 2027
Voice acting legend John DiMaggio has been announced as a guest for SacAnime Winter 2027. The event is expected to be a fun gathering for fans of his work.
Baldur's Gate 3 star and Game of the Year magnet Jennifer English joins Ghostrunner devs' new first-person…
Valor Mortis, an upcoming first-person Soulslike from Ghostrunner developer One More Level, has announced Jennifer English and James Alexander as part of its cast. English, known for her roles in Baldur's Gate 3 and Elden Ring, is playing The Shrike, while Alexander voices protagonist William Dowsett. The game is set to launch in October.
This Promising New Soulslike Features A Black Metal Vocalist Among Its Impressive Cast
The upcoming soulslike Valor Mortis has revealed its voice cast, featuring Adam "Nergal" Darski of the black metal band Behemoth as Captain Raphael. He joins Jennifer English, James Alexander, and Vincent Cassel among others. The game is set in an alternate 19th-century Eastern Europe and will be released on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC on October 13 for $40.
Cissy Jones on her career move from corpo stooge to games like Firewatch, Baldur's Gate 3, Starfield, and Telltale's The Walking Dead: "The willingness for people to tell stories in this space is so incredible"
Voice actor Cissy Jones discusses her career transition from corporate roles to acclaimed video games like Firewatch, Baldur's Gate 3, and Starfield. She highlights the unique and powerful storytelling capabilities of the gaming medium, contrasting them with traditional media.
Square Enix "chose to dig the knife in even further" with the fate of Final Fantasy 7 Remake's Jessie,…
Erica Lindbeck, the voice actor for Jessie in Final Fantasy 7 Remake, expressed devastation over the character's fate in the game, describing it as a role she cherished. She acknowledges the narrative necessity of death in storytelling but found the execution particularly impactful.
Persona 5 Futaba actor "was terrified" when she was offered the role after thinking she was "completely…
Persona 5 voice actor Erica Lindbeck shares her initial apprehension about playing Futaba Sakura, fearing she was miscast due to their differing personalities. Despite her fears, Lindbeck's performance has been highly praised, with the game's talent director noting she is the ideal actor for the role. She reflects on the project's significance and how voicing Futaba now feels like a comfortable return.
Johnny Yong Bosch Is Back as Adachi in Persona 4 Revival, He Is Sorry for Keeping Quiet
Johnny Yong Bosch is returning to voice Tohru Adachi in Persona 4 Revival, marking his return to the role. He also apologized for his previous silence on the matter.
Persona 4 Revival lead said Atlus wanted "a whole new cast," but one actor is reprising his role from the OG…
Atlus has confirmed Johnny Yong Bosch will reprise his role as Tohru Adachi in Persona 4 Revival, contradicting earlier statements from producer Kazuhisa Wada that the entire cast would be replaced. Wada had cited difficulties in bringing back the original actors, leading to a decision to recast everyone. However, Bosch's return alongside new cast members like Judy Alice Lee and Ray Chase highlights a selective approach to recasting.
Despite going on to play the Joker, Troy Baker was fired from anime classic Fullmetal Alchemist because he couldn't perform "30 seconds of maniacal laughter"
Voice actor Troy Baker was reportedly fired from the original Fullmetal Alchemist anime for being unable to perform 30 seconds of maniacal laughter. He later reprised the role of Greed in Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood, which did not require the laughter.
Persona 4 Revival adds a fan-favorite character from the anime as a social link, hinting we might get new Personas in…
Atlus is adding Aika Nakamura, a character from Persona 4: The Animation, as a new social link in the upcoming Persona 4 Revival remake. This addition raises questions about potential new Personas tied to a new arcana. The remake will also feature more natural integration of Marie and tweaks to Yosuke's scenes, though the English voice cast has been replaced, a decision that has proven divisive.
Indie Dev Says “AI” Voice In His Game Was Actually His Wife
A player accused indie developer Refractive Entertainment of using AI for the voice of the sole character in their action-RPG Luminary. However, creative director Keith Kolod clarified that the voice was actually his wife, who was doing her first voice acting gig. Kolod expressed surprise at the automatic assumption of AI in indie games and highlighted his preference for human elements in development.
MiHoYo awarded $112,000 by Chinese court after AI voice service dupes Genshin Impact characters
MiHoYo has won a legal victory in China, with a Shanghai court ordering an unnamed generative AI developer to pay approximately $112,000 for illegally replicating and selling the voices of 63 Genshin Impact characters. The court found the defendant used AI to reproduce the voices, along with game assets, to advertise and sell illicit voice packs, demonstrating an intent to capitalize on the game's popularity.
GTA 5 Franklin Voice Actor Clears the Air After Calling Out Twitch Star Kai Cenat for Allegedly Breaking Promise to a Young Fan
Shawn Fonteno, the voice actor for Franklin Clinton in Grand Theft Auto V, addressed a viral disagreement with Twitch streamer Kai Cenat over an alleged broken promise to a young fan. While the situation initially caused friction, the two have since reconciled.
GTA 6’s Stephen Root Is The Franchise’s Second-Ever Emmy Winning Actor
Actor Stephen Root, confirmed to voice Brian Heder in Grand Theft Auto 6, recently won his first Emmy for his performance in Widow's Bay. This makes him the second actor with an Emmy win to appear in a Grand Theft Auto game, following James Woods who voiced Mike Toreno in Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas.
Marvel’s Wolverine Voice Actor is Proud of Having Voiced Logan Despite Criticisms
Liam McIntyre, the voice actor for Logan in Marvel's Wolverine, expressed pride in his performance despite the game's divisive reception. He drew parallels to his earlier career, noting his experience with beloved characters and criticism. Insomniac Games and Marvel Games thanked him for his work, and the developer is actively gathering player feedback to refine the experience.
Castlevania: Belmont‘s Curse voice cast
Konami has revealed the English voice cast for Castlevania: Belmont's Curse. The game features new and returning characters voiced by actors such as Abby Trott as Rose Belmont, JB Blanc as Trevor Belmont, and Graham McTavish as Dracula.
GTA 6's first confirmed actor is King of the Hill's Stephen Root: "It's an amazing thing to look at"
Actor Stephen Root, known for King of the Hill, has confirmed he is part of the voice cast for Grand Theft Auto 6. Root stated the game is scheduled for release on November 19th and expressed excitement about his involvement, calling it "an amazing thing to look at."
