How video game voice over is priced — from main characters to minor roles — with typical price ranges and the factors that move the cost.
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A memorable game is built on memorable characters — and a character's voice is a huge part of its personality. Whether you're casting a lead role or a handful of minor parts, understanding how video game voice over is priced helps you budget with confidence. This guide walks you through the rates and the factors behind them.
What influences video game voice over rates?
Video game projects vary enormously in scope, and so do their rates. The main drivers are:
- Role size — a main character may need several hours of recording, while a minor character might have only a few lines.
- Character complexity — screams, effort sounds, accents and emotional range demand more skill and studio time.
- Number of characters — many games cast several voices per session.
- Usage — how and where the game is distributed affects the fee.
- Talent experience — established or highly specialised voices command more.
Typical video game voice over rates
Our rates are all-inclusive: they cover studio rental, a professional sound engineer and basic file cleanup. The Basic Studio Fee (BSF) is charged by time:
| BSF | GBP | EUR | USD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Per hour | £400 | €500 | $550 |
| Half day | £1,200 | €1,500 | $1,650 |
| Full day | £2,400 | €3,000 | $3,300 |
On top of the BSF, a usage fee applies depending on the game and its distribution:
| Usage fee | GBP | EUR | USD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Per game | £100–£600 | €100–€700 | $100–$780 |
For larger or high-profile titles, rates can vary widely — main characters with many hours of dialogue naturally cost more than a single minor role.
Why quality matters in game voice over
A compelling voice performance is essential to player immersion and enjoyment. The right delivery makes a character believable, memorable and emotionally engaging — which is exactly what keeps players coming back. That's why it's worth working with experienced talent, directed live in a professional studio.
How GoLocalise handles your game project
We manage everything under one roof: casting the right voices from a global roster, recording in professional studios with live direction, and handling editing, mixing and delivery in the format your engine needs — in any language.
Planning a game and need the right voices? Request a quote and we'll help you cast and budget your project.
