Game News: Neil Newbon Streaming Baldur's Gate 3
Voice actor Neil Newbon, notable for voicing the beloved character Astarion, has commenced streaming his unique playthrough of the exceedingly successful RPG Baldur’s Gate 3. His interesting twist? Re-voicing the characters, adding a new dimension to his streaming journey.
Success of Baldur’s Gate 3
Baldur’s Gate 3 has achieved monumental success since its launch, soaring to the top of the gaming ranks. The RPG is renowned for its expansive maps, intricate quests, and a plethora of companions for players to interact with. Another hallmark of the game's success is arguably the substantial freedom granted to players throughout the game.
Neil Newbon, the voice behind Astarion
This success can also be attributed to the outstanding work put in by the gifted voice actors, who bring to life the delightfully sardonic characters that players have come to love. Among these talented voice actors is Neil Newbon, the distinguished voice behind Baldur’s Gate 3's community favorite, Astarion.
Newbon's Playthrough on Twitch and YouTube
Newbon is currently streaming his co-op playthrough with writer Tom de Ville on Twitch and is uploading an assortment of humorous clips onto YouTube. The duo isn't alone either, with other voice actors, including Amelia Tyler who voiced the narrator, and animation director Thierry Van Gyseghem, making appearances on the stream.
Fans of the game and of Newbon can participate in this unique streaming experience either live or through Newbon’s YouTube channel, where he has been uploading the videos in multiple parts for viewers to enjoy at their leisure.
Other Notable Works of Neil Newbon
Before lending his voice to Astarion in Baldur’s Gate 3, Newbon was already a prolific voice actor with several video game roles under his belt. His past works include characters like Heisenberg in Resident Evil: Village and Isaac in the game Deliver Us Mars.