Who Gave the Best Video Game Performance of 2026? The Stars Make Their Case

In an unprecedented move, Polygon has gathered a diverse group of actors to discuss their roles in video games this year. This marks the first-ever actor roundtable hosted by the platform, inspired by their regular GOTY Watch coverage. The ambitious project aimed to include every actor from games that the team loved, despite the immense challenge posed by global schedules and locations.

Using virtual calls, meticulous planning, and expert editing, the team managed to compile insightful, vibrant conversations with top voice and motion-capture artists, diving into the perspectives of their characters in Resident Evil Requiem, Saros, Cairn, Star Wars: Zero Company, Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave, Control: Resonant, Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, and Pragmata.

Voices like Rahul Kohli's discussion on acting for Saros in Midnight Mass, Nick Apostolides' portrayal of Leon Kennedy in Resident Evil, and Shai Matheson's fresh take on the Caped Crusader were highlighted. Sophia Eleni's transition from voicing a mountain climber in Cairn to embodying the character herself, and the remarkable transformation in Grace Saif's Diana character at the 11-minute mark, showcased the depth of digital work in acting.

This inaugural event is just the beginning, with more GOTY Talk videos planned for the rest of the year, exploring various aspects of game creation such as writing, direction, action, and RPG-making.