## Voice Actor Strike Makes Progress: Last Sentinel Dev Signs AI Protection Agreement ### Update: 80 Games Agree to Terms **Summary** The voice actor strike that has been ongoing for the past several weeks has made significant progress, with Last Sentinel developer, Wolfish Games, signing an agreement to protect voice actors from AI replacement. Following Wolfish Games, an additional 80 game developers have also agreed to the terms of the agreement. These developments signal a positive step towards resolving the strike and ensuring the future of voice acting in the gaming industry. The strike has been centered on the growing use of AI-generated voices in games, which voice actors fear will lead to job losses and undermine the value of their craft. The agreement signed by Wolfish Games and the other developers includes several key provisions aimed at addressing voice actors' concerns. These provisions include: - A commitment to using AI-generated voices only as a supplement to human voice actors, not as a replacement. - A requirement that developers must obtain the consent of voice actors before using their voices in AI-generated content. - The establishment of a fund to provide financial assistance to voice actors who are displaced by AI technology. The agreement has been welcomed by voice actors and their union, the SAG-AFTRA. SAG-AFTRA President Fran Drescher said, "This agreement is a major victory for voice actors. It shows that the industry is listening to our concerns and is committed to protecting our jobs." **Additional Developments** In addition to the agreement with Wolfish Games, several other game developers have also announced that they will not be using AI-generated voices in their games. These developers include: - **Ubisoft** - **EA** - **Activision Blizzard** - **Take-Two Interactive** - **Microsoft** - **Sony** - **Nintendo** These announcements are a significant boost to the voice actors' cause and show that the industry is taking their concerns seriously. The voice actor strike is a reminder of the importance of protecting workers' rights in the face of technological change. The agreement reached between Wolfish Games and SAG-AFTRA is a positive step towards ensuring that voice actors continue to have a place in the gaming industry. **Conclusion** It remains to be seen how the voice actor strike will ultimately be resolved. However, the progress that has been made so far is encouraging. The agreement signed by Wolfish Games and the other developers is a positive step towards protecting voice actors from AI replacement. The announcements by other game developers that they will not be using AI-generated voices are also a encouraging sign. It is clear that the industry is listening to the concerns of voice actors and is committed to finding a solution that works for everyone.
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