voice acting Archives

AppWizard

August 9, 2026

Lae’zel actor Devora Wilde didn’t know she was in Space Marine 2 until players told her

Devora Wilde is a video game voice actress known for her role as Lae'zel in Baldur's Gate 3. Her resume includes roles in Solasta 2, Clair Obscur, Crimson Desert, Split Fiction, and Red Solstice 2. Recently, she discovered her participation in Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 after receiving fan comments and recognizing her voice in an audio log. Wilde often remains unaware of her projects until close to release, a common practice to prevent leaks. In Space Marine 2, she voiced multiple characters, including a servo-skull and a Cadian soldier. She has also voiced Tzarina Katarin Bokha in Total War: Warhammer 3, the female Arbitrator in Darktide, and a Sister of Battle in the Adepta Sororitas animation, Penitence, on Warhammer TV.

AppWizard

August 6, 2026

Black Library veteran Toby Longworth gives us his tips for voicing the perfect Space Marine

Toby Longworth is a voice actor known for his work in Black Library audiobooks within the Warhammer 40,000 universe. He has voiced numerous characters, including Nathaniel Garro, Garviel Loken, and Ezekyle Abbadon, as well as several Primarchs. Longworth emphasizes the challenge of distinguishing the voices of Space Marines, who share similar traits, to convey their individuality. He aims to create a connection with the audience, ensuring that listeners can appreciate the distinctiveness of each character through careful modulation of tone, pitch, and emotional delivery. He is preparing for his role in the upcoming Dawn of War 4, aware of fan expectations for unique character experiences.

AppWizard

August 4, 2026

Beast of Reincarnation review

"Beast of Reincarnation," developed by Game Freak, is an action RPG set in a desolate 41st-century Japan, featuring a protagonist named Emma who suffers from the Blight, a condition that affects her emotions and memories while granting her unique powers. The gameplay combines open and linear exploration with fast-paced combat reminiscent of titles like Sekiro and Nier, though enemy placement can feel uninspired outside of major encounters. The game has a rugged art style that captures a post-apocalyptic world but may hinder exploration due to dense graphics. Technical performance issues have been noted, particularly on gaming laptops. The narrative is characterized by mature storytelling and nuanced voice acting in Japanese, focusing on silence and introspection rather than typical humor. Despite its flaws, the game aims to offer a unique experience in the action RPG genre.

AppWizard

August 2, 2026

Champion modder ports the OG ‘Father’ Nier back into the PC remaster, original voiceovers and all

Modder Elevna has released Nier Gestalt ver.1.22474487139…, which replaces the youthful protagonist from the 2022 remaster with the older version from the original 2010 game. The mod enhances the character model and integrates audio files from the original voice actor, Jamieson Price. It features reimagined alternate skins, repurposed voice lines, and includes original DLC content that allows players to engage in battles as different versions of Nier. The mod aims to provide a nostalgic experience for fans of the game.

AppWizard

July 17, 2026

The follow-up to one of last year’s best detective games is off to an ‘overwhelmingly positive’ start on Steam after just 2 days

In early 2025, the puzzle game Blue Prince won PC Gamer's 'best design' Game of the Year award. Another notable title, The Roottrees are Dead, offered a narrative-driven mystery through a computer interface, inspiring similar projects. Developer Evil Trout released The Incident at Galley House, which received over 600 reviews on Steam with 97% approval. The game was developed by William Rous and Johnson, who enhanced the experience with design elements, coding, and game development. The team was inspired by the free mystery game Type Help, recognized for its captivating narrative. The Incident at Galley House features a visual novel-style presentation, 2D illustrations, a 3D interface for exploring memories, and voice acting. It is priced at £17.75 on Steam with a 10% launch discount until July 21.

AppWizard

July 7, 2026

Kingdom Come: Deliverance star says it didn’t lead to work in other games: ‘The industry at large has never really given a f***’

Tom McKay and Luke Dale are the voice actors for Henry of Skalitz and Lord Hans Capon in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2. Luke Dale expressed disappointment that his role in the game did not lead to more opportunities in the industry. He has since turned to streaming on Twitch, where he has gained 72,000 followers, as a way to connect with fans and share his passion for gaming. Dale encourages other actors to consider streaming as a potential avenue for engagement.

AppWizard

July 5, 2026

PC Gamers Can Save $30 In Free Game Giveaway, Includes 8/10 RPG

Epic Games is offering two free games for PC users: River City Girls 2, valued at .99, and I Have No Mouth, And I Must Scream, valued at .99. River City Girls 2 is a sequel featuring characters Misako, Kyoko, Kunio, and Riki, with new characters Marian and Provie, and includes solo and co-op gameplay. It has a Metacritic score of 78 and 85% on Steam. I Have No Mouth, And I Must Scream, released in 1996, focuses on five individuals confronting their fears against a Master Computer and has an 88% rating on Steam. Both games are available for free until 4 PM BST on Thursday, July 9.

AppWizard

July 1, 2026

Sure would be great if Oblivion Remastered got patched on PC to coincide with the Switch 2 release

Bethesda will unveil Oblivion Remastered for the Nintendo Switch 2 on August 11, featuring a trailer with a live-action portrayal of the Adoring Fan and minimal gameplay footage. The remastered version aims to address technical challenges and will include motion controls and touch screen features. The full game will be included on the cartridge. The PC version has received patches for various issues, but players still encounter bugs, and there is hope for an improved experience, especially for those using devices like the Steam Deck. A modded version of the original game currently offers a smoother experience.

BetaBeacon

June 29, 2026

Your Android phone can play some Steam games. Here’s how

Old and new games were tested on a phone using GameHub. Low-power 2D games work best, while some newer 3D games struggled to launch or had performance issues. Older games like Skyrim ran smoothly, while a newer game like Dead as Disco required additional components to run. Playing games on GameHub is unpredictable, with older and 2D games being more likely to work well.

AppWizard

June 28, 2026

Sally Beaumont, voice actor in Old Skies and The Séance of Blake Manor, extols the virtues of narrative singleplayer games ‘You can have lots of them in your PC toolbelt’

Sally Beaumont began her gaming journey with Leisure Suit Larry and was inspired to pursue voice acting after playing The Curse of Monkey Island. Her portfolio includes titles like Harold Halibut, The Excavation of Hob's Barrow, Warhammer 40,000 Rogue Trader, and she is the lead voice in the upcoming Old Skies. Currently, she is playing The Séance of Blake Manor and enjoys revisiting Nelly Cootalot. Beaumont has spent the most hours on Old Skies, using it to ground herself in her role, while Two Point Hospital is her most-played game outside of her work. She does not have a game she would never uninstall, as she prefers narrative-driven games with endings. Her essential non-gaming software is GoldWave, an audio editing tool. Beaumont describes her desktop as chaotic, with some organization but overall disarray.