SAG-AFTRA video game performers are going on strike

On Thursday, the Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists declared that around 2,500 video game actors (consisting of voice artists, motion capture performers, and more) will commence a strike beginning July 26 at midnight. This decision comes after almost two years of bargaining with significant video game corporations.

Video Game Actors Are Going on Strike. Here’s Why

In Los Angeles, representatives of video game actors announced a decision to walk out on Thursday due to the collapse of contract talks with major gaming companies lasting almost two years, primarily concerning the implementation of artificial intelligence in performances.