Mass Effect 3 Voice Acting Cast

When you play the Mass Effect games its like you are playing your way through a full on feature film. Not a game. That’s what makes the Mass Effect franchise and universe so engrossing. You care about Shepard and all of his brothers and sisters in arms. Which is why when you are making a monumental game such as this you want a cast of voice actors and actresses that can pull their own weight and make the universe that much captivating.

-Going in order of appearance in the trailer-

Martin Sheen played the Illusive man in Mass Effect 2 and was fantastic. He gives off a vibe of unquestionable authority while at the same time has a very spooky, yet mysterious element to his persona. With scores of acting and film landmarks under his belt, such as “Apocalypse Now” and “The Departed”, he is a fantastic choice for the character he was dealt to play.

Freddie Prinze Jr. plays the new James Vega on Shepard's squad of kick ass commandos out to rescue the universe...again. For those of you who don't know Freddie Prinze, he starred in the films “Scooby Doo” (Unfortunately) and also starred in a season of 24. Freddie Prinze is well suited for the role of an experienced soldier.

Seth Green has been around as “Joker” since the first Mass Effect and quite frankly, the Mass Effect Universe and Shepard need him in it. He offers an excellent comic relief element and at all the right moments as well. Seth Green is the mind responsible for the hit show on Adult Swim called “Robot Chicken.” He also starred in movies “Austin Powers”  and “The Italian Job”. Seth Green is the perfect choice for the comic relief in the Mass Effect universe.

Tricia Helfer entered the Mass Effect franchise in Mass Effect 2 as the Normandy's A.I. system labeled EDI (pronounced Eee Dee). EDI stands for Enhanced Defense Intelligence. When you play the Mass Effect games and hear EDI's voice it really doesn’t phase you much as to who the person behind the machine is; when in fact it should. Tricia Helfer starred on arguably the greatest sci-fi drama ever to air on television. Not only did she star in “Battlestar Galactica”, but she was also in the game “Command and Conquer 3: Tiberium Wars”. Tricia Helfer is an outstanding choice for this sci-fi epic.

Ali Hillis plays the sexy and powerful Asari scientist Liara T'soni. She and Shepard go way back and fight side by side. Once you get the chance to explore the character in game she gets much deeper. The side mission you are given in Mass Effect 2 greatly expands on the character and the dynamics within Liara's species. Ali Hillis has starred in the films “Must Love Dogs” with John Cusack and “Kiss Kiss Bang Bang” with Robert Downey Jr.

Jessica Chobot is arguably my favorite voice actress in this cast with the exception of Tricia Helfer. Chobot was part of the IGN.com crew and hosted their daily fix video series for over a year. A while ago she announced that she was taking leave at IGN to work on a secret project. I would have never have guessed this is what she was talking about. Ms. Chobot plays Diana Allers who is a reporter and brand new to the Mass Effect franchise. Given the history of romance in these games I wouldn't put the fact that she is a possible love interest past you.

Keith David ,like Seth Green, has been around since the very first Mass Effect. In the Mass Effect he was Shepard's superior officer, which is no longer the case. He has starred in films such as “Platoon” and “Crash”. Keith David has a very unique voice. Its a voice that’s very deep and suited toward his characters military stature and status. His character is very strong and assertive and can motivate anyone of his men to do anything that is required of them. He fits the classic mold of the bold military leader who will fight to the last man.

Jennifer Hale has played the female Shepard since the beginning of the series. I have never played as the female Shepard before so I am not totally acquainted with the sound of her voice. Other titles that Hale has worked on include “Bulletstorm", “Star Wars The Old Republic”, and “God of War: Ghost of Sparta”.

With a cast of voice actors such as these it's easy to see that Bioware is focusing on high quality voice acting. So much talent on one project is hard to ignore. I don't know about you guys, but I will be the guy that is camped out a week early to get the first copy of my collectors edition of Mass Effect 3 once it drops on March 6^th.