Austen Moret

About Austen Moret

Austen Moret is a full-time voice actor, sound designer, music producer, and audio post professional whose work spans major commercial campaigns, AAA video games, and streaming blockbusters. From narrating ads for Porsche and The Farmer’s Dog to voicing iconic game characters in WWE 2K24 and Honkai: Star Rail, Austen brings a grounded yet dynamic sensibility to every performance.

Raised internationally and fluent in a wide range of global accents, he’s also the frontman of indie rock band Midnight Divide, with original songs featured on shows like Shameless and Animal Kingdom. Whether it’s finding the emotional thread in a scene or mixing a campaign for Fortune 100 brands, Austen approaches every project with creative precision and technical depth.

Chris Pratt’s Mario Voice Sparks Debate Among Fans and Voice Actors

March 3, 2026 by Austen Moret

When the first trailer for The Super Mario Bros. Movie dropped, most viewers expected to talk about the animation, the nostalgia, or the world of the Mushroom Kingdom. Instead, the biggest conversation centered on one thing: Mario’s voice. Chris Pratt’s casting as Mario had already raised eyebrows when it was announced. Once audiences finally heard […]

Patricia Summersett Reflects on Zelda’s Future as the Franchise Turns 40

February 27, 2026 by Austen Moret

As The Legend of Zelda approaches its 40th anniversary, longtime Princess Zelda voice actress Patricia Summersett is reflecting on the character’s evolution, her hopes for the franchise’s future, and ongoing fan speculation about Zelda’s relationship with Link. Summersett, who has voiced Zelda in Breath of the Wild, Tears of the Kingdom, and other recent entries, […]

UTA’s First Maverick Con to Feature Voice Actors, Cosplay and Gaming

February 23, 2026 by Austen Moret

The University of Texas at Arlington is set to host its first Maverick Con, a campus pop culture convention bringing together cosplay, gaming, and voice actor guests for a day of fandom-focused programming. Scheduled to take place at UTA, the event marks the university’s entry into the growing trend of student-driven conventions that blend entertainment, […]

How Streaming and Voice Acting Shaped Genshin Impact’s Inazuma Era

February 11, 2026 by Austen Moret

By the time Genshin Impact introduced its third major region in mid-2021, the game had already transformed from a surprise global hit into one of the most watched live-service titles on streaming platforms. Nearly a year after launch, the arrival of Inazuma marked not just a new chapter in the story, but a test of […]

Spider-Man Voice Actor Alexis Ortega Dies at 38

January 28, 2026 by Austen Moret

Alexis Ortega, a voice actor known for his work on Spider-Man and projects connected to the Star Wars universe, has died at the age of 38. News of his passing has prompted an outpouring of tributes from fans and colleagues, many of whom highlighted the warmth and energy he brought to his performances and to […]

Master Chief Voice Actor Steve Downes Reflects on Halo, Creative Direction, and AI

January 26, 2026 by Austen Moret

For many players, the voice of Master Chief is inseparable from Halo itself. For more than two decades, Steve Downes has provided the calm, measured performance that helped define one of gaming’s most recognizable characters. Recently, Downes has spoken candidly about his experience voicing the Chief, touching on creative disagreements during Halo 5 and his […]

How Voice Actors Prepare for Studio-Specific Casting

January 24, 2026 by Austen Moret

Voice acting auditions are often described as universal, but casting does not work that way in practice. Studios listen for different qualities depending on their storytelling style, audience, and production culture. A performance that fits one studio perfectly may feel misplaced in another. For voice actors aiming to work consistently, preparation begins long before a […]

Stardew Valley Gets a New Voice Through a Fan-Made Mod

January 12, 2026 by Austen Moret

Stardew Valley has always relied on text, timing, and imagination to bring its characters to life. For years, players have grown attached to the residents of Pelican Town through written dialogue alone, letting tone and personality fill in naturally. A new PC mod is now offering a very different way to experience that familiar world […]

The Audiobook Performances That Defined 2025

January 6, 2026 by Austen Moret

Audiobooks continued to grow in reach during 2025, but the titles that truly stood out did so for one central reason: narration. While compelling writing still matters, listeners increasingly pointed to voice performance as the deciding factor in whether a book became memorable or merely passable. Across fiction and nonfiction alike, certain audiobook performances shaped […]

How Voice Actors Get Noticed by Casting Directors Today

December 29, 2025 by Austen Moret

For many voice actors, the question of how casting directors discover new talent feels tied to auditions alone. In practice, most casting awareness begins well before an audition request is sent. Voices become familiar through context, timing, and repeated presence within the industry rather than through a single submission. Understanding how that recognition forms has […]