In the realm of PC gaming, few voices resonate as distinctly as that of Ray Chase. His journey began on a humble DOS computer, a relic from his father’s accounting days. The nostalgia of his early gaming experiences is palpable as he recalls the treasure trove of shareware games gifted by his grandfather. Titles like Duke Nukem 1 and 2, Ken’s Labyrinth, and the iconic Wolfenstein 3D shaped his formative years, igniting a passion that would lead him to become a prominent voice actor in the gaming industry.
Chase’s impressive resume boasts roles in hundreds of games, films, and television shows. Notably, he lent his voice to Noctis in Final Fantasy 15 and currently portrays Cyclops in the animated series X-Men ’97. As he reflects on the ongoing recording of the show’s fourth season, excitement bubbles beneath his calm demeanor. “The stuff that’s going on in the seasons we’re recording now… it’s really cool, man,” he shares.
Among his recent projects is Date Everything, a dating simulator where players can romance anthropomorphized household objects. “We just finished our big update for Date Everything and are working hard on the next chapter of our story,” Chase explains, revealing that they are currently in the pitching phase for the upcoming content.
What game are you currently playing?
Chase’s current gaming adventures include Deltarune Chapter 5 and the expansive Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2. He describes the latter as “the eternal game,” one that promises to consume hundreds of hours. “It’s the perfect encapsulation of what a roleplaying game should be,” he adds with a hint of reverence.
Another title that has captured his attention is Mina the Hollower, which he praises for its captivating music by Jay Kaufman. “I played that one out of order because I saw you could do that, and I really liked the challenge,” he says, recounting the thrill of tackling dungeons in an unconventional sequence. “I also love that [Mina is] middle-aged like me, and after she completes a dungeon, she goes to sleep. She takes a nap, which I think is great.” Chase admits he is not one for secret endings, preferring to accept whatever percentage of completion he achieves upon finishing a game.
Among his favorites is Brotato, a lightweight game perfect for gaming on the go. “I love Brotato. It’s one of my favorites because it’s so lightweight. It’s great for planes, and you don’t need a controller to play,” he explains. “Anything that’s super lightweight, I’ll always have installed.” He also expresses his fondness for Slay the Spire, a game that has become a staple in his library due to its endless replayability.
What is the highest number of hours you have in any given game, according to Steam?
When it comes to time invested, Slay the Spire takes the crown with an impressive 600 hours logged. “I got into it very early on,” he recalls, reminiscing about a gathering where he was introduced to the game during its early access phase. “I played it all the way through to release to Watcher, 1,000 freaking hours in that thing.” Chase’s dedication to achieving Ascension on all characters speaks to his commitment to mastering the game.
What game will you never, ever uninstall?
For Chase, the answer is clear: either Brotato or Slay the Spire. Both games hold a special place in his heart, serving as reliable companions during his travels.
What’s a piece of non-gaming software installed on your PC that you simply couldn’t live without?
Chase’s answer is straightforward: his voice recording software. “I use Reaper and Audacity; they are my two favorites. I absolutely could not live without voice recording software. That would be impossible,” he states with conviction.
How tidy is your desktop screen?
In stark contrast to the chaotic worlds of the games he plays, Chase maintains an exceptionally tidy desktop. “There’s almost nothing on it,” he asserts. “It’s just the audio that I recorded this morning before coming into this interview, and then my Recycle Bin. And that’s it, it’s empty.” A self-proclaimed one-screen guy, he prefers simplicity, using the same laptop on which he developed Date Everything.
