Voice Acting
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Resident Evil Requiem's Grace Ashcroft actor reportedly replacing Jennifer English as lead of lavish Chinese action game Tides of Annihilation
Angela Sant'Albano, known for her role in Resident Evil Requiem, is reportedly replacing Jennifer English as the voice of Gwendolyn in the upcoming Chinese action game Tides of Annihilation. English, who voiced Shadowheart in Baldur's Gate 3, withdrew from the role due to personal health reasons. Motion capture performer Jennifer Prime has corroborated the voice change, suggesting Sant'Albano has taken over the lead role.
Kingdom Hearts pays tribute to Hayden Panettiere, who "brought warmth, heart, and an unforgettable voice" to…
The official Kingdom Hearts social media accounts have paid tribute to actor Hayden Panettiere, who voiced Kairi in the series and passed away at age 36. Supermassive Games also honored her performance as Sam in Until Dawn. Panettiere's contributions brought warmth and an unforgettable voice to these gaming roles.
Resident Evil Requiem's Angela Sant'Albano reportedly joins Tides of Annihilation, replacing Jennifer English…
Fans believe Angela Sant'Albano, known for her role in Resident Evil Requiem, has replaced Jennifer English as the lead voice actor for Gwendolyn in Tides of Annihilation. This speculation is fueled by fan observations of a redesigned protagonist in a recent demo and a social media comment from Gwendolyn's mocap actor, Jennifer Prime. While not officially confirmed, studio Eclipse Glow Games has indicated that the new performer made a strong impression and that English remained supportive during the transition.
Hayden Panettiere, Heroes And Kingdom Hearts Star, Dies At 36
Actress Hayden Panettiere, known for her roles in the TV series Heroes and the video games Kingdom Hearts and Until Dawn, has passed away at the age of 36. Her family confirmed the tragic news in a press statement. Panettiere lent her voice and likeness to characters in several notable video games throughout her career.
Tides of Annihilation seemingly casts Resident Evil Requiem's Grace actor as its new lead after Baldur's Gate 3 and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 star Jennifer English left the role
Angela Sant'Albano is reportedly the new lead voice actor for Gwendolyn in Tides of Annihilation, taking over from Jennifer English due to health reasons. English, who also provided input on her successor, will remain with the project in an advisory capacity. Fans noted Sant'Albano's resemblance to the new voice and her recent acclaimed performance in Resident Evil Requiem.
Heroes and Until Dawn star Hayden Panettiere dies aged 36
Actress Hayden Panettiere, known for her roles in Heroes and Until Dawn, has passed away at the age of 36. Panettiere also lent her voice and motion-capture talents to the horror game Until Dawn and was the voice of Kairi in the Kingdom Hearts series. Her death was confirmed on Sunday night, with no cause immediately provided.
Hayden Panettiere (Kingdom Hearts, Until Dawn) passes away at age 36
Actress Hayden Panettiere, known for her roles in Hollywood and notable video game performances, has passed away at the age of 36. She lent her voice to Kairi in the early Kingdom Hearts titles and was a prominent face for the PlayStation 4 horror game Until Dawn. The cause of death has not been officially released.
Disprove insurance claims with violence in Ledgerbound, a new tactical RPG with flirting that could make Baldur's Gate 3 blush
Ledgerbound is a new tactical RPG where players take on the role of an insurance specialist investigating the deaths of powerful heroes to avoid a massive payout. The game features turn-based combat, a unique insurance-themed progression system, and a heavy emphasis on adult humor and dialogue, with a cast of memorable characters and voice actors. It is available on PC via Steam, with a launch discount and recent quality-of-life updates.
The Witcher 3's Geralt actor wishes he could "sue every single AI platform" for stealing his voice
Doug Cockle, the voice actor for Geralt in The Witcher series, expressed strong opposition to generative AI platforms using his voice without permission. He stated that if he had the means, he would sue every AI platform that has stolen his voice. Cockle is concerned about the potential for AI to create harmful or offensive content attributed to his character and emphasizes the human element behind voice performances.
The Voice of The Witcher's Geralt Says He'd Sue Every Single AI Platform With His Voice on It 'Into the Ground' if He Could
Doug Cockle, the voice actor for Geralt of Rivia in The Witcher series, has expressed his strong opposition to AI platforms using his voice without permission. He stated that he would pursue legal action against such platforms if given the opportunity.
The Witcher 3 devs wanted Geralt to have "no emotion," but his voice actor pushed back against CD Projekt Red:…
Voice actor Doug Cockle discusses his interpretation of Geralt of Rivia in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, pushing back against CD Projekt Red's initial direction for a completely emotionless protagonist. Cockle argued that an emotional core was necessary for player connection and for Geralt's character development, particularly in his relationship with Ciri. The developers eventually embraced this more nuanced portrayal as the series progressed.
"I'm a little disappointed with Rockstar": GTA 5 and Red Dead Redemption actor auditioned for over 60…
Actor Robert Bogue, known for his work in Grand Theft Auto 5 and Red Dead Redemption, expressed disappointment with Rockstar Games after auditioning for over 60 roles in Grand Theft Auto 6 without success. Bogue stated he had a positive history with the company but found the extensive rejections discouraging. Grand Theft Auto 6 is slated for release in November.
Lae'zel actor Devora Wilde didn't know she was in Space Marine 2 until players told her
Voice actor Devora Wilde, known for her role as Lae'zel in Baldur's Gate 3, revealed she was unaware she had a role in Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 until players informed her after its release. She discovered her involvement through audio logs and messages within the game, a common practice for actors who are often not told the names of the games they work on until late in development to prevent leaks.
Baldur's Gate 3, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 star didn't believe she was in Space Marine 2 until fan messages…
Voice actor Devora Wilde, known for her roles in Baldur's Gate 3 and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, revealed she was unaware she had multiple voice roles in Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 until fans pointed it out. She confirmed her involvement after players sent her clips of her voice lines, noting the similarity to her character Lae'zel.
GTA 5 actor says 'I must've auditioned for over 60 characters' for GTA 6, but Rockstar ghosted him — 'I feel like someone who's in love with a girl and then she just dumped me'
Grand Theft Auto 5 actor Robert Bogue revealed he auditioned for over 60 roles in Grand Theft Auto 6 but was never contacted by Rockstar Games. Bogue expressed disappointment, comparing the experience to being "dumped" by someone he loved, and questioned if Rockstar has a policy against reusing actors. Grand Theft Auto 6 is set to release on November 19 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Xbox Series S.
GTA 5 Actor Auditioned for 60 Roles in GTA 6, But Heard Nothing from Rockstar
Actor Robert Bogue, known for his role as Steve Haines in Grand Theft Auto 5, revealed he auditioned for 60 different roles in Grand Theft Auto 6. However, he received no communication from Rockstar Games regarding these auditions.
Black Library veteran Toby Longworth gives us his tips for voicing the perfect Space Marine
Voice actor Toby Longworth, a veteran of Black Library audiobooks, shares his techniques for differentiating the voices of Space Marines in Warhammer 40,000 games, particularly in Dawn of War II. He discusses the challenges of giving unique vocal identities to characters who are often described with similar gruff tones.
KING Art reveal the full voice cast for Dawn of War IV
KING Art has revealed the full voice cast for their upcoming game, Dawn of War IV. The cast includes notable voice actors such as Brian Drummond returning as Warboss Gorgutz, Steve Blum as Cyrus, and Alistair Petrie as The Lion. The game is set to release in September and will feature a full campaign for each faction, multiplayer skirmishes, and an army painter.
We asked the voice of Eisenhorn, Gaunt, and Garro in Warhammer 40k who his favorite character to play is
Voice actor Toby Longworth, known for his work on Warhammer 40,000 novels and games, discusses his favorite characters to portray, including Eisenhorn, Gaunt's Ghosts, and Nathaniel Garro. Longworth expresses a preference for characters with long story arcs, citing Gaunt as his favorite due to the extended opportunities for character development.
Evening Interviews
Samantha Béart, the voice actor for Karlach in Baldur's Gate 3, discusses her involvement in Craig Mazin's TV show plans during a GDC interview. The conversation also touches on the resurgence of interest in arcade racer games.