Why did they change Frank West Voice Actor? Who Gave Voice to Frank West in Dead Rising?
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Updated Jul 04, 2024
Why did they change Frank West voice actor?
Capcom decided not to bring back Terence J. Rotolo, the original voice actor for Frank West, for the Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster. Although Frank West is a beloved character in the series, Capcom did not reach out to Rotolo for this new version.
Rotolo expressed his appreciation for playing Frank West in the past but said Capcom did not give him a call this time. The exact reasons for the change have not been detailed by Capcom, but it seems they wanted to go in a different direction with the character's voice and possibly the overall presentation in this remaster.
Who gave voice to Frank West in Dead Rising?
Frank West, the iconic character from the Dead Rising series, was voiced by Terence J. Rotolo. Rotolo is well-known for his role as Frank West, embodying the character's witty and rugged persona throughout the franchise. In addition to Dead Rising, Rotolo has contributed to other notable video game series, including Resident Evil, where he provided voice and motion capture performances for characters like William Birkin in various titles.
Who is Frank West in Dead Rising?
Frank West is a character featured in the Dead Rising video game series, developed and published by Capcom, a Japanese company. Initially introduced as the main character in the 2006 game Dead Rising, Frank West is portrayed as a freelance journalist within the series. He has garnered positive reception from both gaming publications and fans, particularly in Western markets.
Dead Rising 4
Dead Rising 4, released in 2016, is an action-adventure game developed by Capcom Vancouver and published by Microsoft Studios. Available for Windows and Xbox One, it follows Dead Rising 3 as the fourth installment in the series. Capcom later released a Windows version on Steam in March 2017. A year later, a PlayStation 4 version titled Dead Rising 4: Frank's Big Package hit shelves, including additional content alongside the base game.
Dead Rising 4 Gameplay
Dead Rising 4 is an action-adventure game where players explore environments and fight against hordes of zombies. Unlike previous games, it removes the timer and story co-op features. The game maintains its open-world setup, allowing freedom in exploration. Controls are simplified, with distinct buttons for shooting and melee attacks. Players can use almost anything as a weapon, each with varying effectiveness.
Frank West earns experience points called Prestige Points (PP) to level up. Photography, including selfies and night vision, plays a role, aiding in missions and uncovering clues. Safe houses scattered across regions need clearing of zombies to unlock nearby missions and can be upgraded through side missions.