Expedition 33 has made history by becoming the most nominated game in the history of The Game Awards, with notable recognition for its cast, which includes Ben Starr, Charlie Cox, and Jennifer English. However, the success has sparked a debate about the need to expand the acting categories in these awards, especially for motion capture (mocap) actors, who often remain in the shadows. Aliona Baranova, motion capture director of Baldur’s Gate 3, has called for the creation of a specific category for these artists, emphasizing that their work is crucial in the modern development of video games.
Some workers in the shadows in the video game
In an interview with Video Games Chronicle, Baranova pointed out that many actors who perform motion capture are later overshadowed by the voices assigned to them in post-production. “For decades, these actors have worked hard, but often disappear in the process,” Baranova commented. Her proposal aims not only to honor these artists but also to educate the public about the complexity of the work they do. “The audience doesn’t know enough about this because there isn’t enough attention,” she added.
Charlie Cox supported these initiatives, s suggesting that while he feels excited about his nomination, the recognition should also apply to his mocap colleague, Maxence Carzole. Actress Devora Wilde also expressed her surprise at the lack of a category dedicated to motion capture and recalled that this omission has been a constant in the history of The Game Awards.
The Game Awards will be broadcast live from the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles on December 11. In addition, fans have the opportunity to participate in the voting for the awards, allowing their voices to be heard in a celebration that recognizes achievements in the video game industry.
