Genshin Impact voice actors claim unpaid work for over six months, sparking industry controversy
The voice actors of Genshin Impact are alleging that they haven't been paid for over six months of work on the anime game and show, raising concerns about the treatment of talent in the gaming industry. Voices like Paimon, who you may recognize from the popular anime game, are allegedly owed compensation dating back to December 2022. The situation has sparked a debate about labor rights and fair treatment within the gaming community.
As one of the most popular video games in recent memory, Genshin Impact has brought joy to countless players around the world. It’s impossible to play the game without hearing voices like Paimon’s come to life, but players may not realize the amount of work that goes into creating those characters. According to voice actors involved with the production, that work can sometimes go unpaid for months, leaving those involved feeling undervalued and frustrated.
“We are the voice actors for Paimon and other characters in Genshin Impact,” a video featuring voice actors for Paimon and other Genshin Impact characters reads. “We were told that we would be paid for our work in December 2022, but we have not received payment up to this point.”
The video goes on to explain that the voice actors haven’t been paid for their work in December 2022 and January 2023. They allege that this is part of a broader issue of non-payment dating back to December 2022.
“We did not want to make this video,” the voice actors add. “We wanted to give the parties involved time, but there has been no change.”
The voice actors are now demanding the creation of a union that specifically represents voice actors in the gaming industry. They argue that a union would help ensure fair treatment and protect the rights of those working in the industry, particularly when it comes to issues like delayed payments.
“We have always been told that we are very important, but we have not received our salary for over six months,” the voice actors continue. “We are frustrated and angry, but we are also determined to keep working without giving up.”
It’s understandable why this news would make anyone frustrated, but it’s also important to remember that this isn’t an isolated issue. This issue has brought to light the often-unseen side of game development, and it serves as a wake-up call for game developers to prioritize the well-being and rights of their voice actors.
The video goes on to explain that the voice actors involved are not part of a union and that they are seeking representation. The hope is that this situation will force the game developers to address the voice actors’ claims and lead to positive change.
Some fans have taken to Twitter to express their support for the voice actors. “Please pay the voice actors who have made Paimon a reality,” one fan writes. “They’re the real MVPs.”
Others have expressed concern about the potential impact on future voice acting talent. This situation may deter aspiring actors from pursuing opportunities in the gaming industry, as it could make them wary of the potential for non-payment or unfair treatment.
While this Controversy will certainly have an impact on those directly involved, it’s also sparked a necessary conversation about the treatment and fair compensation of talent in the gaming industry.
The gaming community, including players and developers, must come together to find solutions and create a more equitable environment for those involved in the creation of these immersive experiences.
This isn’t the first time that labor rights and fair treatment have been called into question, but this situation has brought it to light in a major way. Hopefully, it will lead to positive change and a better understanding of the importance of fair treatment and timely payment for all those involved in the creation of video games.
