Hyperstrange has announced exclusively to Game Rant that the esteemed actor Stephen L. Russell will be taking on the lead role in Blood West. For those unfamiliar, Blood West is an immersive sim and first-person horror stealth game set in the untamed wild west, where players must confront supernatural creatures and demonic entities. With its sandbox gameplay, players have the freedom to approach each situation in various ways. The game's retro art style pays homage to classic immersive sim titles. Having been released on Steam Early Access in February 2022, Blood West has garnered considerable success. Currently, the game holds an impressive Very Positive overall rating on Steam, with players commending its tense atmosphere and challenging stealth mechanics. For eager fans of the genre, Blood West can be acquired for $14.99 through Steam Early Access, with the official launch on the horizon.
Blood West, the highly anticipated game, is set to be released on December 5. This release will coincide with an exciting update, introducing a perilous mountain area to the already eerie wild west world of the game. Additionally, Game Rant can confirm that the update will mark the debut of Stephen L. Russell as the voice of the game's unnamed protagonist. Given Russell's rich background in the immersive sim genre, his casting choice is a fitting one for Blood West.
Stephen Russell, a renowned voice actor, has been lending his talents to video games for several decades, particularly excelling in immersive sim games. Known for his exceptional portrayal of protagonist Garrett in the original 1998 Thief game and its first two sequels, Russell's performances have left a lasting impression on fans. Additionally, he has contributed his voice to various characters in System Shock 2 and gained further recognition in Bethesda's Fallout series, with noteworthy roles in Fallout 3, Fallout 76, and Fallout 4. Notably, his portrayal of the beloved Nick Valentine in Fallout 4 remains unforgettable to fans. Russell's remarkable voice can even be heard in Bethesda's highly anticipated open world sci-fi RPG, Starfield, where he lends his talents to multiple characters. Furthermore, gamers can look forward to experiencing Russell's masterful performance as the main character in the exciting upcoming wild west horror game, Blood West, which is set to release in December.
Blood West launches December 5 for PC.