Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 star says recording every iteration of the open-world game’s voiceover was “quite a lonely experience”: “That is incredibly challenging”

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Last night, the BAFTA Games Awards were held, and Tom McKay, the actor portraying protagonist Henry in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, shared his thoughts on the red carpet about the solitary nature of recording his voiceover for the character.

Deliverance 2 reportedly consists of approximately 2.2 million words – a figure that might make it the longest script in video game history. The creation of this extensive body of text is described by its creator, McKay, as an arduous process he likens to running a marathon.

McKay describes the performance capture process as an enjoyable, collaborative experience akin to theater. It involves many people, dressing up completely in Lycra, and typically lasts for about four to five months.

According to McKay, voicing over isn’t similar to other experiences. It can feel rather isolated as you’re confined within a booth while two directors are in another room. This process is more like running a marathon, requiring sustained effort. Despite the differences, it remains equally fulfilling in its own unique ways.

The surprising aspect of this game being an open-world RPG is that the player acts as the director, deciding where Henry goes and who he becomes. Consequently, I have to portray every possible version that players might select, which is both extremely challenging yet incredibly gratifying for me.

What character does Henry transform into? Andrew Brown, as features editor, styled him as a “Bohemian-esque Batman.” However, given the appropriate attire, he could also take on the role of a blacksmith.

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2025-04-09 15:11