Summary
- Countless celebrity voice actors bring their A-game to video game characters, drawing more attention to the titles.
- Games like L.A. Noire and Fallout: New Vegas feature notable actors from popular TV shows and movies.
- Stellar voice talent in games like Cyberpunk 2077 and Batman: Arkham City elevate the gaming experience.
There's no denying that voice actors who made a name for themselves voicing iconic characters in the gaming industry will always have a special spot in the hearts of gamers. However, the buzz generated by some celebrity voice actors will always draw more eyeballs to the title they lend their talents to.
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With gaming becoming the most lucrative entertainment medium, it's easy to see why more and more celebrities are getting the opportunity to voice video game characters. These celebrities bring their A-game and justify the big bucks spent on acquiring them for the titles they appear in.
8 L.A. Noire
Many Notable Actors From Mad Men Appear In This Open-World Detective Game
L.A. Noire
- Released
- May 17, 2011
WHERE TO PLAY
L.A. Noire is an excellent open-world detective game where players control Cole Phelps as he investigates numerous murders and uncovers something sinister in the background. Fans of Mad Men will likely recognize the protagonist, who is portrayed by Aaron Staton.
Michael McGrady plays the role of Rusty Galloway, while other Mad Men actors like Vincent Kartheiser and Patrick Fischler also have notable roles. It's hard not to believe that Team Bondi didn't contact the same agency that helped many Mad Men actors bag their roles.
7 Death Stranding
Norman Reedus, Mads Mikkelsen, And Guillermo Del Toro Are Some Of The Celebs Featured Here
Death Stranding
- Released
- November 8, 2019
WHERE TO PLAY
- ESRB
- M for Mature: Blood, Intense Violence, Partial Nudity, Strong Language
- Genre(s)
- Action
After a publicized and ugly departure from Konami, Kojima got a ton of funding from Sony to develop Death Stranding. The game was ahead of its time. On top of that, it also featured some impressive celebrity voice talent, which really brought the post-apocalyptic game to life.
The most obvious mention here is Norman Reedus, who takes on the role of Sam Porter Bridges. Other celebrities in notable roles include Mads Mikkelsen and Guillermo del Toro, whose faces attracted a great deal of buzz when the game was generating a ton of hype with its marketing.
6 Grand Theft Auto: Vice City
Boasts A Talented Cast, Including The Late Ray Liotta, Burt Reynolds, Luis Guzman, And Gary Busey
Grand Theft Auto: Vice City
- Released
- October 29, 2002
WHERE TO PLAY
Grand Theft Auto: Vice City features a narrative that is heavily inspired by Scarface and Miami Vice. Rockstar's love for traditional forms of entertainment can be seen in the stellar voice cast for this title.
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The late Ray Liotta's work as Tommy Vercetti is legendary, making fans sorely miss his presence even more. Other notable celebrity names featured in this title include Gary Busey, Luis Guzman, Danny Trejo, and Lee Majors.
5 The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered
Patrick Stewart And Sean Bean Have Notable Roles Here
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered
- Released
- April 22, 2025
WHERE TO PLAY
- ESRB
- Mature 17+ // Blood and Gore, Sexual Themes, Violence
- Genre(s)
- Action, RPG, Open-World, Adventure
Oblivion Remastered lets fans enjoy one of the best open-world RPGs ever made with a fresh coat of paint. It also reminds them that the game features two notable celebrities who voice members of the Septim family.
Sir Patrick Stewart has a brief role where he voices Uriel Septim, while the role of Martin Septim is played by Sean Bean. These two massive pop culture icons do a great job of making Oblivion more enjoyable for those who decide to dive in.
4 Batman: Arkham City
Aside From Mark Hamill's Iconic Voice, Stana Katic Also Voices Talia Al Ghul
Batman: Arkham City
- Released
- October 18, 2011
WHERE TO PLAY
Batman: Arkham City is one of the greatest video games ever made, with countless fans loving how Batman's adventures were brought to the open-world genre. It helps that the game features the original voice actors for both the Caped Crusader and his nemesis.
Kevin Conroy's work as Batman is unmatched, and many fans can't help but feel gutted that he'll never bring this superhero to life ever again. Meanwhile, Mark Hamill shines as the Joker once more, proving why so many believe him to be the best actor to ever portray this villain, even after Heath Ledger's magical performance in The Dark Knight.
3 Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas
Samuel L. Jackson Is Memorable As Officer Tenpenny, While Peter Fonda, Charlie Murphy, And Ice-T Also Shine
Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas
- Released
- October 26, 2004
WHERE TO PLAY
- ESRB
- M for Mature: Blood and Gore, Intense Violence, Strong Language, Strong Sexual Content, Use of Drugs
Grand Theft Auto: San Andrea s was one of the most ambitious open-world games back in the day, boasting immense star power in its cast. The most notable mention here is Samuel L. Jackson, who single-handedly turned Frank Tenpenny into one of the most hated video game antagonists of all time.
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The game also features Ice-T doing the voice of Madd Dogg, which is pretty befitting, while the late Charlie Murphy voices the hilariously named Jizzy B. All this star power helped the cutscenes in San Andreas stand out back in the day, and the entertainment factor still remains palpable even now.
2 Cyberpunk 2077
Keanu Reeves And Idris Elba Are Excellent In Their Respective Roles
Cyberpunk 2077
- Released
- December 10, 2020
WHERE TO PLAY
- ESRB
- M for Mature: Blood and Gore, Intense Violence, Nudity, Strong Language, Strong Sexual Content, Use of Drugs and Alcohol
Cyberpunk 2077's marketing was off the charts, with countless fans loving the moment when Keanu introduced this world to them, only to become one of the biggest memes of the decade. Even with the game suffering from a poor launch, it didn't take long for players to label the title as breathtaking after all the bugs were ironed out.
Keanu's portrayal of Johnny Silverhand is iconic, while Idris Elba arrives in Phantom Liberty to play the role of Solomon Reed. Both actors bring their A-game here and ensure that fans will have a great time interacting with their portrayed characters in Cyberpunk 2077.
1 Fallout: New Vegas
The Late Matthew Perry Voices Benny, And Celebs Like Zachary Levi And Danny Trejo Also Make An Appearance
Fallout: New Vegas
- Released
- October 19, 2010
WHERE TO PLAY
- ESRB
- M for Mature: Blood and Gore, Intense Violence, Sexual Content, Strong Language, Use of Drugs
- Genre(s)
- RPG
Obsidian went all out in the development of Fallout: New Vegas, shooting for the moon and mostly sticking the landing, even if the game was somewhat of a bug-filled mess at launch. Gamers have come to be kinder to New Vegas over time, with many now considering it to be one of the greatest role-playing games ever made.
Fallout: New Vegas features many celebrity voice actors, with notable mentions being Matthew Perry as Benny, Zachary Levi as Arcade, Danny Trejo as the ghoulified Raul, and Ron Perlman reprising his iconic role as the narrator.
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