Video Games

EA Sports FC to Use AI Version of Guy Mowbray’s Voice for Commentary

By Austen Moret. Published on: February 20, 2026

Electronic Arts has confirmed that AI technology is being used to generate certain in-game commentary lines in EA Sports FC, including lines performed in the voice of longtime football commentator Guy Mowbray. According to multiple reports, Mowbray agreed to allow EA to create an AI version of his voice to assist with specific aspects of […]

Star Trek: Voyager Game Demo Adds Voice-Over Ahead of Launch

By Maria Pendolino. Published on: February 13, 2026

Star Trek: Voyager – Across the Unknown is an upcoming story-driven survival strategy game that puts players in command of the U.S.S. Voyager as it attempts to navigate back to the Alpha Quadrant after being stranded in the Delta Quadrant. Developed by Gamexcite and published by Daedalic Entertainment, the game blends resource management, crew decisions, […]

Kevin Afghani Steps Into Mario’s Voice With Respect for a Gaming Icon

By Kate Marcin. Published on: January 17, 2026

Few characters in video game history are as instantly recognizable as Mario, and much of that recognition comes from his voice. For decades, Charles Martinet defined how Mario sounded, shaping the character’s rhythm, energy, and personality across countless games. When Nintendo confirmed that Kevin Afghani would take over the role, the change marked one of […]

Metaphor: ReFantazio and the Voices Shaping Its Story Two Months On

By Austen Moret. Published on: December 27, 2025

Metaphor: ReFantazio was released in October 2024, marking a major new role-playing release from Studio Zero, the team known for its work on the Persona series. From the outset, the game positioned itself as something distinct. Rather than leaning only on familiar fantasy elements, it built a world centered on power, language, and social tension, […]

Why Game Audiences Value Voice Acting More Than Studios Expect

By Virginia Welch. Published on: December 24, 2025

In recent years, voice performances in video games have moved from background detail to central storytelling element. Players now expect fully realized characters with emotional depth, clear motivation, and believable dialogue delivery. Yet despite that shift in audience expectation, many performers and observers continue to point out a disconnect between how much players value voice […]

Lara Croft’s Voice Changes as Tomb Raider Enters a New Era

By Ashley Bryant. Published on: December 18, 2025

The Tomb Raider franchise is entering one of the most carefully planned transitions in its history. After years of reboots and parallel interpretations, developers have confirmed that future games will exist within a single unified timeline that connects Lara Croft’s earliest adventures with her most recent stories. At the same time, the series is introducing […]

Dispatch Highlights the Value of Human Voice Acting

By Danielle Famble. Published on: November 18, 2025

The upcoming narrative-driven game Dispatch has drawn attention for more than its premise. While many recent conversations in the gaming world revolve around the rise of AI-generated voices, Dispatch positions itself firmly on the opposite side of that debate. The developers have emphasized their commitment to real performers, underscoring how human interpretation and emotional nuance […]

PlayStation Fans Buzz Over Possible Wolverine and Spider-Man Crossover

By Ashley Bryant. Published on: November 14, 2025

With Insomniac Games developing Marvel’s Wolverine for PlayStation 5, fans have reignited one of the most persistent questions in recent superhero gaming: Will Wolverine eventually cross paths with Spider-Man? The speculation intensified after recent interviews and reports hinted at Marvel’s interest in maintaining a connected presence across its major gaming titles. Although no official crossover […]

Arc Raiders Sparks a New Wave of Debate Around AI Voices

By Leah Arscottt. Published on: November 13, 2025

The launch of Arc Raiders brought attention to more than its gameplay. What drew widespread conversation was the confirmation that the game uses AI-generated voices. Embark Studios acknowledged that parts of the final product included synthetic dialogue, although the team said human actors were also used. This combination set off an extensive discussion about transparency, […]

Christopher Judge Hints at an Egyptian Setting for the Next God of War

By Austen Moret. Published on: October 27, 2025

Christopher Judge, the award-winning actor behind Kratos in God of War and God of War Ragnarök, has set the fandom abuzz after suggesting that the next chapter in the franchise could take place in ancient Egypt. During a recent public appearance, Judge expressed excitement at the idea, describing an Egyptian setting as both visually and […]

Star Trek: Voyager Across the Unknown Beams Down Its First Playable Demo

By Austen Moret. Published on: October 25, 2025

After months of anticipation, Star Trek: Voyager Across the Unknown has finally opened its airlock to players with the release of its first public demo. Developed by a passionate team of independent creators, the game revisits the Voyager era of Star Trek, a series beloved for its exploration-driven storytelling and the resilient spirit of Captain […]

Stardew Valley Creator Cameos in Hollow Knight: Silksong

By Kate Marcin. Published on: October 4, 2025

The long awaited Hollow Knight: Silksong has been the subject of endless speculation since its reveal, with fans hungry for every new detail about the indie sequel. Now, a surprising discovery has given the community something fresh to buzz about: Eric “ConcernedApe” Barone, the creator of Stardew Valley, has a cameo role in Silksong. Recent […]