AI Fears and Short-Sighted Execs: Voice Acting Legend Jennifer Hale Lays Out the Stakes of the Video Game Voice Actor Strike
Jennifer Hale is a legendary voice actress with over 30 years of experience, known for her iconic roles such as Commander Shepard in Mass Effect and Bastila Shan in Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic. She recently voiced Jean Grey in X-Men '97 and is involved in the upcoming Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic Remake.
However, Hale is not slowing down. She is currently part of the video game voice actor strike, protesting against game companies' misconduct regarding artificial intelligence (AI) and other issues. In an interview with Inverse, she expressed concerns about AI technology making many voice actors uneasy, fearing their voices might be stolen or replaced. She also pointed out that game companies often ignore voice actors' opinions and needs during development, leading to a decline in game quality.
Hale believes that AI technology itself is not the problem; the key lies in how it is used. She stated that AI could be a great assistant for voice actors, enhancing their efficiency and creativity, but only if their rights and value are respected. She urged game companies to establish good cooperative relationships with voice actors to create outstanding game works together.
Hale is optimistic about the future, believing that the voice acting industry will see better development. She hopes that this strike action will draw public and industry attention, allowing voice actors to receive the respect and treatment they deserve. She also looks forward to continuing to bring more characters to life, providing players with more surprises and emotions.
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