Game Development Reference
In-Depth Information
LEVEL 7
Do You Hear That Voice
In My Head?
Voice-Over for Games
Voices •
Highlights in Game Voice-Over •
Voice-Over Functions in Games •
Who's Who in Voice-Over Production •
Dialogue Production Basics •
How Microphones Work •
Learning Outcomes:
Understand the various roles of voice in games •
Distinguish among the dif erent types of voice-overs •
Familiarize yourself with game voice-over workl ow •
VOICES
The human voice is a very powerful communication tool. Within a game environment, this
communication is vital. Voice-over can do many things, from simply letting the player know what is
happening at a given time to foreshadowing events to come. From simple instructions to major plot
developments, the spoken word is a great device for immersing a player deeper into a game world. Well
crafted vocal elements can produce many interesting ef ects, from the mundane to the sublime, such as:
• delivering important informational cues, such as basic operating instructions and game objectives;
• telling the game's story and developing the dynamic arc;
• allowing the player to communicate directly with the characters and vice versa;
• creating a more immersive experience and making the player feel as if they are actually part of the
story.
