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Voice of Astarion Celebrates Baldur's Gate 3's Craftsmanship

1/21/2026

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Neil Newbon, the actor who voices Astarion in Baldur's Gate 3, completed a two-year playthrough and praised the game.
He called Baldur's Gate 3 "one of the best-crafted games" and noted its uniqueness.
Newbon opposed generative AI in game development, arguing the depth and humanity of Baldur's Gate 3 cannot be replicated.
He concluded with a tribute to the game's creators and urged viewers to appreciate the credits.

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Story summary

Neil Newbon, the actor who voices Astarion in Baldur's Gate 3, completed a two-year playthrough and praised the game.
He called Baldur's Gate 3 "one of the best-crafted games" and noted its uniqueness.
Newbon opposed generative AI in game development, arguing the depth and humanity of Baldur's Gate 3 cannot be replicated.
He concluded with a tribute to the game's creators and urged viewers to appreciate the credits.