AI Voice Cloning Sparks Hope and Fear in Video Game Voice Acting Industry
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Some video game studios are using AI to generate synthetic voice clones for characters instead of hiring actors to record every line. It saves money but some actors fear being replaced.
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Actor Andy Magee has embraced AI voice cloning as it has brought him new voice acting opportunities, though he wants to ensure fair compensation and that his voice isn't misused.
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AI voice cloning has a bad reputation due to unethical deepfakes and lack of consent. Most big studios haven't widely adopted it yet.
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Actors union SAG-AFTRA has concerns but is showing willingness to make a deal on AI voices if terms are fair and prevent exploitation.
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Companies like Replica Studios are licensing AI voice clones in consultation with actors and for limited periods, providing new revenue streams rather than replacing actors.