Supergiant Games has addressed the swirling rumors about voice actor changes in Hades 2, confirming they’ve retained all original cast members and plan to keep it that way. With advancements in AI shaking up the gaming sector, there’s growing concern about the security of voice acting jobs. However, the developers of Hades 2 remain committed to collaborating exclusively with real-life talents, ensuring human voices continue to breathe life into their characters.
Although AI offers shortcuts and efficiencies for game developers, it poses a risk by potentially sidelining the creative input of human artists. Recent agreements with the Screen Actors Guild – American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) might reshape the gaming landscape if AI begins to replace human roles, threatening game quality and creative employment. While some industry players might lean towards these technologies, others, like Supergiant Games, prioritize keeping their projects rooted in human involvement—a stance they visibly uphold amid rising debates.
In response to gaming’s vocal conversations about SAG-AFTRA agreements, the team at Hades 2 posted on Bluesky, emphasizing that their creations remain crafted by real people and will stay this way. The controversy came to light when Marin M. Miller, the voice behind Athena in Hades, expressed concerns that she might be replaced due to ongoing strikes, urging fans to contact Supergiant and emphasize their support for the actor community.
Supergiant Games has made it abundantly clear: they deeply value their voice actors and are not planning any changes on that front. Unlike games like Destiny 2, which faced challenges due to the actor strike, Supergiant reassured its community that it will continue to stand by its voice talent during such disruptions. They proudly claim the strongest AI protection measures in the industry, ensuring that their work remains untouched by AI.
As Hades 2 develops in early access, it thrives on player feedback to evolve. The latest Warsong update, for instance, introduced significant features, like a fresh Olympian and a new final boss for a thrilling surface route. With the voice actors and AI debates developing, Supergiant remains steadfast in supporting human creativity in its projects, underscoring its commitment to the talent it collaborates with.
