Billy West alongside Rayman artwork promoting Rayman Legends Retold with updated visuals from Ubisoft's 2026 revival announcement

Billy West Returns as Rayman as Ubisoft Revives a Platforming Classic

By Voice Over News Staff. Published on: June 3, 2026.
Ubisoft has officially brought Rayman back into the spotlight. During PlayStation’s State of Play presentation in June 2026, the publisher […]
Filed Under: Video Games
Animated sci-fi adventure scene featuring two eccentric characters in an interdimensional setting representing the future of a long-running animated franchise.

Rick and Morty’s New Voice Actors Reveal What It Was Really Like Replacing Justin Roiland

By Voice Over News Staff. Published on: June 2, 2026.
Few animated series have faced a voice acting challenge quite like Rick and Morty. For more than a decade, Justin […]
Filed Under: Animation, Television
Futuristic multiplayer sci-fi world with evolving narrative atmosphere and seasonal storytelling themes

Multiplayer Shooters Are Becoming Long-Form Storytelling Platforms

By Voice Over News Staff. Published on: May 26, 2026.
For years, multiplayer shooters were designed around repetition. Players returned for rankings, mechanical mastery, seasonal rewards, and competitive progression while […]
Filed Under: Video Games
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Neverness to Everness Faced Immediate AI Backlash as Voice Actors and Streamers Pulled Away

By Voice Over News Staff. Published on: May 25, 2026.
Neverness to Everness entered 2026 as one of the most visually ambitious upcoming gacha games in development. The urban fantasy […]
Filed Under: AI, Video Games

Paul Harvey’s Estate Sues Paramount Over Voice Imitation in Landman

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The estate of iconic radio broadcaster Paul Harvey has filed a lawsuit against Paramount Global, alleging unauthorized use of Harvey’s distinctive voice in the upcoming Taylor Sheridan-produced series *Landman*. Filed in an Illinois federal court, the suit claims that Paramount and the show’s creators improperly used a sound-alike voiceover that closely mimics Harvey’s signature delivery, […]

Genshin Impact’s English Voice Cast: Return of Familiar Voices After the Strike

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The world of Genshin Impact has recently seen a resurgence of its original English voice talent after a prolonged period of industry disruption. With the suspension of the SAG-AFTRA video game voice actor strike, the game’s community is witnessing the gradual return of its beloved voices — a move that brings relief, excitement, and renewed […]

Behind the Script: How eLearning Professionals Prepare Narration for Voice Talent

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When voice actors receive an eLearning script, it’s usually clean, structured, and ready to read. But that finished version is just the surface of a much deeper process. Instructional designers and learning professionals put considerable thought into how each word is written, timed, and delivered. To perform eLearning narration effectively, voice talent must understand how […]

SAG-AFTRA Suspends Video Game Voice Actors’ Strike After Tentative Deal: A Landmark Moment in the Fight for Digital Rights

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After nearly a year of industrial action, SAG-AFTRA has announced the suspension of its strike against major video game companies. The decision follows the union’s approval of a tentative agreement that, if ratified, would bring new protections, wage increases, and AI safeguards for voice actors and performance artists in the interactive media sector. This marks […]

Adapting Voiceover Performance for Instructional Impact in eLearning

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In the world of eLearning, content must do more than simply inform — it must teach effectively. While instructional designers handle the structure and pedagogy, the voiceover artist is responsible for translating written words into a spoken experience that supports learner engagement and comprehension. This requires a specific type of performance — one that may […]

The Return of the Voiceover Narrator in Film and Streaming

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In recent years, modern storytelling particularly in film and streaming has shifted toward immersive realism, minimal exposition, and visual storytelling techniques. But in 2025, a compelling trend is making its return: the reemergence of the voiceover narrator as a central storytelling device. From character-driven indie dramas to global streaming hits, more filmmakers are once again […]

Voice Behind the Frame: How Voiceover Is Shaping the Movie Experience in 2025

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In the world of film, voiceover has long been a storytelling device — from opening narrations that set the tone to inner monologues that deepen character arcs. But in 2025, voiceover is no longer confined to the margins of cinema. It’s increasingly integrated into marketing, storytelling, localization, and even theatrical experiences. With new streaming strategies, […]

Understanding Client Expectations: Voiceover Standards in eLearning Production

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In eLearning production, voiceover isn’t just a matter of sounding good — it’s a matter of being effective. For voice actors working in this field, success depends on how well you align with the expectations of instructional designers, project managers, and learning and development (L&D) professionals. These clients are focused on outcomes: learner engagement, knowledge […]

ScotRail AI Voice Controversy Sparks Debate Over Consent in Voiceover Industry

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In a digital age where artificial intelligence is reshaping every corner of media production, the voiceover industry is grappling with one of its most urgent ethical dilemmas yet: the replication and reuse of human voices without clear consent. That dilemma took center stage in May 2025 when voiceover artist Gayanne Potter alleged that ScotRail, Scotland’s […]

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The Rise of Escapism in Voiceover Projects: How the Industry Is Responding to Listener Needs

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In a year filled with global uncertainty, economic stress, and digital saturation, voiceover projects in 2025 are reflecting a notable trend: a growing demand for escapism. Whether it’s immersive audio dramas, nostalgic commercials, lighthearted eLearning modules, or guided meditations, the voiceover industry is witnessing a surge in content designed to help listeners disconnect or at […]

Voiceover Trends for 2025: The Era of Ownership

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The voiceover industry has entered a new chapter in 2025, one defined by what many are calling the “era of ownership.” After years of trends centered around conversational reads, hyper-polished delivery, and stylistic mimicry, the industry is shifting toward something more intentional and individual: performance rooted in authenticity and self-direction. This year, more voice actors […]

Finding the Right Voice: How Voice Acting Drives Better Learning Outcomes Online

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As eLearning becomes a dominant force in education and workforce training, the demand for engaging, accessible, and human-centered content has never been greater. Amid all the technology, interactivity, and multimedia involved in today’s online courses, one tool consistently proves essential: the human voice. Voice actors bring warmth, clarity, and emotional resonance to learning experiences. Whether […]
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