Voice actors in Malaysia are finding new opportunities in the gaming industry, with the demand for skilled and versatile voices increasing as virtual worlds expand and narratives become more immersive.
Local voice actors such as Steven Bones, Azman Zulkiply, Chan Su Ling, and Tung Jit Yang have all successfully transitioned into the gaming world by using their voice talents to bring characters to life.
Discovering New Opportunities
Steven Bones, a prominent voice actor in Malaysia, unexpectedly landed a role as one of the main characters in the local gaming studio Metronomik’s action-adventure game, No Straight Roads (NSR).
Initially expecting the game to be small-scale, Steven was pleasantly surprised when NSR became a hit and received worldwide recognition after its release.
He emphasizes the importance of versatility and continuous learning in the voice acting field and advises aspiring voice actors not to shy away from rejection.
Steven Bones also emphasizes the importance of understanding the different types of projects that voice actors may encounter, ranging from commercials to games.
Formal Foray into Voice Acting
Azman Zulkiply, a veteran voice actor in Malaysia, discovered his passion for voice acting during his university years at Multimedia University, majoring in film and animation.
His gaming journey began with a childhood passion for mimicking cartoon characters and later led to opportunities to voice characters in various games, including No Straight Roads and Chinatown Detective Agency.
Networking played a crucial role in Azman’s gaming career, leading to recommendations and collaborations with casting agencies.
Crafting Captivating Characters
Su Ling Chan, a seasoned voice actor, began her voice acting career with a telecommunications commercial and later ventured into gaming, lending her voice to various characters in video games such as No Straight Roads, Path To Nowhere, and Ghost Song.
She shares insights into the significance of delving into a character’s personality and backstory, especially when working on video game projects with limited context provided.
Multifaceted Performance
Tung Jit Yang, a theatre director and performer, seamlessly transitioned his acting skills into the gaming world by portraying the character Paul Castillo in the mobile game Simulacra 3.
Reflecting on the transition from theatre and film to gaming, Tung emphasizes the fundamental principles of concentration and adaptation in acting across different mediums.
