Pearl Abyss has officially ended. crimson desert's English voice cast, and it's a much larger lineup than some players initially realized. The upcoming open-world game has been primarily marketed around action-packed combat, interactive worlds, and seemingly endless content, but the actors behind the central characters have decades of experience, having reprized their roles in some of gaming's biggest franchises.
From MMORPG veterans to actors who have lent their voices to major IPs. Xenoblade Chronicles and dragon ageIt also includes smaller indie games such as: fall of greed and Absolem, crimson desert's cast is full of talent. Below you'll find details about who's playing whom and, more importantly, where you've heard them before.
Crimson Desert voice actors and most notable roles
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character name |
voice actor |
Other notable roles |
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cliff |
Alec Newman |
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Unca |
Stuart Scudamore |
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damian |
Rebecca Hansen |
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yarn |
Peter Bramhill |
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Naira |
Emily Barber |
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Murdin |
Alastair Parker |
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At the center is Alec Newman. crimson desertCliff, the main character of . Newman is no stranger to video game roles, having appeared in games such as: cyberpunk 2077He is voiced by Adam Smasher. final fantasy 14, dragon age 2, Xenoblade Chroniclesand Star Wars: The Old Republic. Why did he play Cliff? crimson desertAccording to a recent interview with the actor on the Epic Games Store, Newman was “inspired by the voice and mannerisms of his wife's stepfather, Graham Fleck, who passed away in 2022 not long after Newman took on the role.”
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Stewart Scudamore, who voices Oongka, likewise has an extensive gaming background. His best known role may be that of Blackthorne the Blackthorne. final fantasy 16But he also took on the role of Calgar. Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2Klaus P's Lie: OvertureAnd Ai Nengqi Wuchang: Fallen Feather. Even if you don't immediately recognize Scudamore's name, players who follow modern RPGs and action games will almost certainly have come across his work before. crimson desert Perhaps that means he won't just be a side character.
During crimson desertHowever, main cast member Rebecca Hanssen may be the most recognizable name, as she voices some of the most famous characters in recent AAA releases. Hanssen played EVE. Stella BladeAnd Olivia Jablonski Dying Light: The Beast And several characters Baldur's Gate 3. in crimson desertIn , she voices Damian, a character that has already sparked interest among fans speculating about the game's narrative.
Peter Bramhill as Jan crimson desertPerhaps best known for his role as Thancred Waters. final fantasy 14. Through several expansion packs, Thancred has evolved significantly, giving Bramhill the opportunity to explore his character in a much broader scope than some of the game's voice actors provide. beyond that final fantasy 14He appeared in Xenoblade Chronicles, Dragon Age: Originsand various other titles.
Emily Barber voices Naira. crimson desertAnd while her gaming resume is still growing compared to some of her co-stars, her role in the upcoming action game gives her a chance to take a big step forward. Her most recent role was as Galandra, one of the playable characters. AbsolemThis is the first person the player is introduced to.
Finally, Alastair Parker rounds out the cast. crimson desert Like Murdin. He previously voiced Blackwall. Dragon Age: InquisitionHowever, he has also appeared in games such as: fall of greed and Castlevania: Lords of Shadow 2especially. His experience depicting characters operating in morally gray spaces could prove especially valuable in a game that seems to rely heavily on political tensions and shifting loyalties.
with crimson desert On the surface, it seems like it wants to rely on story as much as it does combat and open world, but it's going to take a talented cast of voice actors to make that story memorable and engaging. Therefore, actors like yourself with a proven track record in RPGs, open world games, and character-driven narratives are essential. If nothing else, the cast list suggests that Pearl Abyss understands how important performances are to selling the scale and emotional weight of a new fantasy epic.
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March 19, 2026
- ESRB
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Age 17 or older / Blood, drug-related, high-intensity violence, verbal abuse
- developer
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Pearl Abyss
- publisher
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Pearl Abyss
