Hellboy Web of Wyrd is not only the first game in the franchise in over ten years, but it also features one of the final performances from the renowned actor Lance Reddick, who passed away earlier this year. Reddick was widely recognized for his on-screen and voice work, notably in HBO's The Wire, the John Wick films, and as Commander Zavala in Destiny. His role in Hellboy Web of Wyrd marks a posthumous performance as the titular hero.
Fans of Reddick's work were greatly saddened by his passing, especially the Destiny 2 community, who had been familiar with his portrayal of Commander Zavala for nearly a decade. Bungie, the developer of Destiny 2, paid tribute to the late actor, and the community eagerly joined in to celebrate his legacy. In a recent interview on our website, the developers of Hellboy Web of Wyrd expressed their deep gratitude for having Reddick's talent in the game, considering it a tremendous honor that leaves a lasting mark.
Lance's addition to the group of actors who have portrayed Mignola's iconic hero is truly remarkable. Previous live-action versions of Hellboy were played by Ron Perlman and David Harbour, with Perlman also providing the character's voice work in Hellboy: The Science of Evil (2008). Despite this prestigious lineup, there was still a place for Reddick, and Upstream Arcade was delighted to have him on board for their games. With his unique and distinct voice, Upstream Arcade was excited to tap into Reddick's talents and acknowledged the joy he brought not only to the role, but also to the dedicated studio.
Working with Lance was an absolute delight - being present during his recording sessions was a privilege. Witnessing the passion and energy he poured into the role was truly invigorating, and we are immensely proud to have Lance lend his voice to our portrayal of Hellboy.
Reddick, who worked on Hellboy Web of Wyrd, left a profound impression on everyone at Upstream Arcade. His passing was deeply felt by those closest to him, as well as by his fans and loved ones. His talent and dedication have made a lasting impact on numerous titles, including the Destiny series, Quantum Break, Horizon Zero Dawn, Horizon Forbidden West, and Payday 2.
The actor has showcased his talent in both voice and on-screen roles for television adaptations of popular video game franchises, including Netflix's Castlevania and Resident Evil series. Notably, he is also known to be a avid gamer himself. Taking on the role of Hellboy offers any actor a remarkable chance to delve into the character's intricacy and emotional resonance, resulting in another outstanding portrayal by this veteran of the industry.
Hellboy Web of Wyrd can now be enjoyed on various platforms such as PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.