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This massively ambitious The Witcher 3 mod aims to recreate its biggest cut questline, and you could be the voice of…
A fan-made mod project called The WAR Project aims to recreate a major cut questline from The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, focusing on the Catriona Plague and the return of the character Iorveth. The ambitious 10-hour expansion is currently 25% complete and is seeking voice actors for various roles in English and Polish, including Geralt. The mod is slated for a February 2027 release.
Persona 4 Revival’s new voice cast leaves previous Chie actor “grieving”
The new trailer for Atlus' upcoming remake, Persona 4 Revival, revealed a completely recast English voice cast, prompting an emotional response from former Chie Satonaka voice actor Erin Fitzgerald. This follows a similar recasting for Persona 3 Reload. Persona 4 Revival is set to launch on February 18, 2027, for PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5.
Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World Voice Actors and DLC Detailed
Square Enix has detailed the voice actors and downloadable content for Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World, set to release on December 3, 2026, for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC. The game will feature over 500 monsters and a fusion synthesis system. Four DLC add-ons are available, including a Scout Run VIP Card, Mega Mole Hole, Metallic Ring, and Monster Marathons, which can be purchased individually or as a set.
Tupac Casting In Stranger Than Heaven Came Directly From Snoop Dogg, RGG Boss Says
RGG Studio head Masayoshi Yokoyama confirmed that Snoop Dogg suggested Tupac Shakur for a role in Stranger Than Heaven, with his estate's approval. The game, set to release on January 17, 2027, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series consoles, also features the likeness of deceased actor Sugawara Bunta. Yokoyama emphasized that no AI was used in the creation of these characters, and that voice actors with prior relationships to the deceased individuals were chosen out of respect.
Fable will feature over 150,000 lines of dialogue, Playground Games confirms — 'We've had multiple studios set up running in parallel for over 1000 hours just this year alone, just recording VO'
Playground Games has confirmed that the upcoming Fable reboot will feature over 150,000 lines of dialogue, with a significant portion recorded this year across multiple studios. The studio emphasized the handcrafted nature of the game's 1000 NPCs and systems, aiming for immersion despite the extensive dialogue. Fable is set to launch on February 23, 2027, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
Persona 4 Golden Chie voice actor confirms the role has been recast for P4 Revival
Erin Fitzgerald, the voice actor for Chie Satonaka in Persona 4 Golden, has confirmed she will not be reprising her role in the upcoming Persona 4 Revival. Fitzgerald expressed gratitude to fans for their support, marking the latest change in the character's voice cast across various Persona 4 titles. This follows a trend of recasting seen in other recent Atlus releases like Persona 3 Reload.
Old Persona 4 voice actor is 'deeply grieving' being recast in the remake: 'Everything in life is transient… Thank you for sharing the journey'
Erin Fitzgerald, the voice actor for Chie Satonaka in Persona 4 Golden, expressed sadness over being recast for the upcoming remake. The new trailer revealed new voice actors for several characters, including Yosuke and Chie. Fitzgerald shared her feelings of grief and gratitude for her time with the character, acknowledging the transient nature of life and work in the industry.
Fable Doesn’t Use Arc Raiders-Style Text-To-Speech AI For Its 1,000+ Voiced NPCs
Playground Games confirmed that the upcoming Fable reboot will not use text-to-speech AI for its over 1,000 NPCs. Instead, the studio has employed around 100 actors to record extensive dialogue, ensuring fully voiced characters. This approach contrasts with the controversial AI voice generation used in Arc Raiders.
'I'm So Happy I Didn't Get It': Ben Starr Auditioned for 007 First Light's James Bond
Actor Ben Starr, known for Final Fantasy 16, revealed he auditioned for the role of James Bond in 007 First Light but did not get the part, which went to Patrick Gibson. Starr expressed happiness about not getting the role, praising Gibson's performance as "unbelievable" and "perfectly cast."
Persona 4 Golden Chie actor is "deeply grieving" being recast in Revival: "Thank you for sharing the…
Erin Fitzgerald, the original English voice actor for Chie Satonaka in Persona 4 Golden, expressed her grief over not being recast for the upcoming remake, Persona 4 Revival. While the new trailer revealed new voice actors, Fitzgerald shared her gratitude for the experience and her character. This follows a trend seen in Persona 3 Reload, which also featured new voice talent for its main cast.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 actor Ben Starr auditioned for James Bond in 007 First Light, "and I'm so f***ing…
Actor Ben Starr, known for his roles in Final Fantasy 16 and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, revealed he auditioned for the game 007 First Light but did not get the part. Starr expressed gratitude for not getting the role, praising Patrick Gibson's performance as James Bond and stating he was terrible during his audition.
In anticipation of the Resident Evil: Code Veronica remake, fans are remembering how weirdly silly the original game is
Fans are revisiting the original Resident Evil: Code Veronica ahead of its remake, highlighting its peculiar voice acting and silly moments. Despite the dated performances, the article expresses excitement for the upcoming remake, announced during Summer Game Fest 2026, and hopes for improved gameplay and voice acting.
Meet Sean Chiplock at Anime Impulse Bay Area 2026
Voice actor Sean Chiplock, known for his roles in The Legend of Heroes, Persona 5, and Genshin Impact, is confirmed to appear at Anime Impulse Bay Area 2026. The event will take place at the Santa Clara Convention Center from July 18th to July 19th, featuring various industry figures and merchants.
New FFVII Revelation Sephiroth Voice Actor Revealed
Travis Willingham has been revealed as the new English voice actor for Sephiroth in Final Fantasy VII Revelation, taking over from Tyler Hoechlin. Willingham has prior experience with the Final Fantasy series and other Square Enix titles. Final Fantasy VII Revelation is slated for a Spring 2027 release on Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC.
Beast of Reincarnation reveals full voice cast and new gameplay
Publisher Fictions and developer Game Freak have revealed the full voice cast for their upcoming "One-Person, One-Dog Action RPG," Beast of Reincarnation. The game will feature prominent voice actors and new gameplay showcasing the synergy between the protagonist Emma and her companion Coo. Beast of Reincarnation is scheduled to launch on August 4th for PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5, and will be available on Xbox Game Pass.
Beast of Reincarnation reveals voice cast, new gameplay
Publisher Fictions and developer Game Freak have revealed the voice cast for their upcoming action RPG, Beast of Reincarnation, including Yui Ishikawa as protagonist Emma. Game director Kota Furushima detailed the game's story, combat synergy between Emma and her companion Coo, and the overall player experience. Beast of Reincarnation is set to release on August 4 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC, and will be available on Game Pass.
Beast of Reincarnation has some stellar voice actors, but one has to play protagonist Emma completely devoid of emotion
Game Freak's upcoming action RPG, Beast of Reincarnation, set to launch on August 4, features voice actors Yui Ishikawa as the emotionless protagonist Emma and Akio Otsuka in its cast. Game director Kota Furushima explained that Emma's lack of emotion is a key narrative element, with Ishikawa, known for her role as 2B in Nier: Automata, tasked with portraying this challenging character.
How The New Spyro Is Handling The Big-Name Options For Its Lead Voice Actor
Spyro: A Realm Beyond is set to feature Tom Kenny, the voice of SpongeBob Squarepants, as the lead voice actor for Spyro. Creative director Lou Studdert confirmed that Kenny was enthusiastic about returning to the role he is widely associated with. The article also mentions previous actors who have voiced Spyro, including Carlos Alazraqui, Elijah Wood, and Josh Keaton.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation recasts Sephiroth with another Superman voice actor
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation has recast the role of Sephiroth due to scheduling conflicts, with Travis Willingham taking over from Tyler Hoechlin. The change was confirmed by series director Naoki Hamaguchi. The game is set to conclude the trilogy in spring 2027 for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation Director Confirms New Voice Actor for Sephiroth
Square Enix has confirmed a change in the English voice actor for Sephiroth in Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth. The specific new actor has not yet been revealed.