Nexon’s latest looter shooter, “The First Descendant,” is making waves not only for its engaging gameplay but also for its rich narrative and character development. The game is filled with numerous cutscenes and voice-acted interactions, bringing its world to life with an exceptional cast of voice actors from both Japan and the English-speaking world.
Veteran gamers will likely recognize many of the voices, especially among the main cast. This is a game designed to capture your full attention. While you might usually play games with a podcast in the background, the stellar performances in “The First Descendant” might just make you want to turn up the volume.
Major Cast List (Alphabetical by Character)
| Character | Japanese Voice Actor | English Voice Actor |
|---|---|---|
| Ajax | Doug Cockle | Doug Cockle |
| Alvis | Toshiki Kusu | Alexander Gross |
| Blair | Josh Cowdery | Josh Cowdery |
| Bunny | Rebecca LaChance | Rebecca LaChance |
| Gley | Laurence Bouvard | Laurence Bouvard |
| Guide | Tracy Wiles | Tracy Wiles |
| Jayber | Joshua Wichard | Joshua Wichard |
| Lepic | David Menkin | David Menkin |
| Sharen | Natalie Simpson | Natalie Simpson |
| Viessa | Maria Louis | Maria Louis |
The Voices Behind “The First Descendant”
- Ajax (Doug Cockle)
- Ajax, a masked character whose voice is immediately recognizable, is brought to life by Doug Cockle, famous for voicing Geralt of Rivia in “The Witcher” series. Cockle’s recent roles include Bhaal in “Baldur’s Gate 3” and Nightingale in “Alan Wake 2.”
- Alvis (Toshiki Kusu / Alexander Gross)
- Alvis’s voice is a blend of talents from Toshiki Kusu in Japanese and Alexander Gross in English, adding depth to this character’s presence in the game.
- Blair (Josh Cowdery)
- Blair, known for his fire-based abilities and quirky lines, is voiced by Josh Cowdery. Cowdery’s work spans films like “Fantastic Beasts” and games such as “Terminator: Dark Fate” and “Dead Island 2.”
- Bunny (Rebecca LaChance)
- Bunny, a companion character known for her fast-paced personality, is voiced by Rebecca LaChance. LaChance’s roles include Sena in “Xenoblade Chronicles 3” and characters in “Alan Wake 2” and “Cyberpunk 2077.”
- Gley (Laurence Bouvard)
- Gley, a berserking damage dealer, is voiced by Laurence Bouvard. Bouvard’s past roles include Joanna Dark in “Perfect Dark Zero” and characters in “Blasphemous 2.”
- Guide (Tracy Wiles)
- The Guide, an ethereal figure leading players through the game, is voiced by Tracy Wiles. Wiles has an extensive portfolio, including voices in “Diablo 4” and Jaheira in “Baldur’s Gate 3.”
- Jayber (Joshua Wichard)
- Jayber, known for summoning turrets, is voiced by Joshua Wichard. His notable roles include characters in “Baldur’s Gate 3,” “Dragon Quest: Monsters,” and “Final Fantasy XVI.”
- Lepic (David Menkin)
- Lepic, a confident character, is voiced by David Menkin. Menkin’s credits include roles in “Valorant,” “Foam Stars,” and the Netflix show “Captain Laserhawk: A Blood Dragon Remix.”
- Sharen (Natalie Simpson)
- Sharen, an assassin capable of turning invisible, is voiced by Natalie Simpson. Simpson’s credits include Shakella in “Horizon: Forbidden West” and various TV and film roles.
- Viessa (Maria Louis)
- Viessa, an ice-based character, is voiced by Maria Louis in her first starring video game role. Louis has also voiced characters in “Cyberpunk 2077” and “Babylon’s Fall.”
“The First Descendant” is now available on PS4, PS5, Switch, and PC. With its compelling gameplay and a remarkable voice cast, the game promises an immersive and unforgettable experience for players.
