Scream Frantically for a Chance to Be In the Stronghold: Warlords Game, Literally

Whoever told you that screaming wouldn't land you your dream job is totally lying, because that's exactly what will land you this Stronghold: Warlords gig.

Whoever told you that screaming wouldn’t land you your dream job is totally lying because that’s exactly what will land you this Stronghold: Warlords gig. Firefly Studios is looking to cast some scream-worthy voice actors for their upcoming castle simulator and they are looking for your help in being as loud and, frankly, terrifying as possible. 

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Firefly Studios is busy busy busy creating an upcoming castle simulator called Stronghold: Warlords, an RTS that shows a lot of promise for those looking for this particular genre of game. That being said, COVID-19 has completely limited how VO is sourced so this team is making the best of the situation by getting fans involved for a chance to get their start in video game voice acting. As long as you like screaming. 

This isn’t the first time this studio has allowed fans a chance to be a part of the process! Firefly has previously recruited the passionate gaming community when looking for creative inspiration behind weapon, armor, and other game design aspects. Now they looking less for aesthetic help and more for some gnarly howls as gamers are challenged to scream, grunt, holler, and wail to their heart’s content. 

“These are troubling times. People are concerned about their health, loved ones and jobs” said Robert Euvino, Composer and Sound Designer on Stronghold: Warlords. “It got me thinking, this might be a good opportunity to have a little bit of fun with fans of the game and include them in a manner which we’ve never really tried before.”

Interested? Then you’re going to want to mosey on over to the team’s official Discord server here to learn more and jump into the action. As for the game itself, possibly with your screams included, Stronghold: Warlords is making its Steam PC debut later this year, though an exact release date isn’t set at this time. If you fancy yourself a bit of a castle connoisseur, check out more about the game right here to learn more before we get our anticipated launch date!

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So, you’ve got the screaming chops? If you could be in your dream game, what would it be? Sound off with your VO-inspired hopes and aspirations over on Twitter @PrimeGames, we’d love to hear what the future has in store for you! And if you get the part, holler at your boi! We happily accept finder’s fees via PayPal. (Kidding, unless …)

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Liana Ruppert

With an arguably unhealthy obsession with Dragon Age and Mass Effect, Liana is wildly passionate about all things in the gaming community. From shooters, to RPGs, if it's out - she's playing it. A medically retired US Sailor and now full-time hoarder of gaming collectibles, Liana's passion for everything in the gaming industry is palpable. Also, if you lose her in a crowd, just casually mention any BioWare game and the crazy pterodactyl screech will without a doubt follow. You can follow her on Twitter @DirtyEffinHippy or email her for editorial inquiries at [email protected]!