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"What's the harm in asking?" – Dlala Studios on taking a big swing to get comedy legend Bob Mortimer for the upcoming game Murals

GamesIndustry.biz reports that Dlala Studios has landed Bob Mortimer for Murals, after the team wrote a Mortimer-inspired character and decided to ask for the real thing. The studio is also …

News GamesIndustry.biz · 2 weeks ago
Obituary: Actor Tim Curry, celebrated for his work in games, has passed at age 80

Tim Curry, whose voice and likeness helped define several memorable game characters, has died at 80. For developers, his passing is a reminder of how much a strong performance can …

News Game Developer · 1 month ago
GDC Side Quest - A Sit-Down With The Indomitable Sam Beart

Samantha Beart is the featured guest on this month’s GDC Side Quest segment of the Game Developer Podcast. The conversation spotlights one of games’ most recognizable performers, making it a …

News Game Developer · 1 month, 4 weeks ago
Obituary: Veteran voice actor Tom Kane has passed away at 64

Tom Kane, a veteran voice actor with a 30-year career, has died at 64. For game teams, it’s a reminder of how much character and identity can hinge on a …

News Game Developer · 4 months, 1 week ago
SAG-AFTRA issues a Do Not Work Order against Capcom for "failing to initiate the signatory process"

SAG-AFTRA has issued a Do Not Work Order against Capcom, affecting voice actors like Ben Diskin, who can no longer reprise his role in Mega Man: Dual Override. This move …

News GamesIndustry.biz · 6 months, 2 weeks ago
The craft of voice acting with Jennifer Hale

Jennifer Hale emphasizes the evolving role of voice acting in game development, highlighting the importance of collaboration between developers and performers. This partnership can significantly enhance narrative depth and player …

News Game Developer · 6 months, 3 weeks ago
Obituary: Ratchet & Clank voice actor Jim Ward has passed away at 66

The game development community mourns the loss of Jim Ward, a talented voice actor known for his work in iconic titles like Ratchet & Clank. At 66, Ward's contributions spanned …

News Game Developer · 9 months, 2 weeks ago
Veteran voice actor and voice of Ratchet & Clank's Captain Qwark, Jim Ward, has died aged 66

The game development community mourns the loss of Jim Ward, the iconic voice of Captain Qwark from the Ratchet & Clank series, who passed away at 66. His contributions to …

News GamesIndustry.biz · 9 months, 2 weeks ago