Destiny 2's New 'Heresy' Episode Launches with Missing Voice Lines Due to SAG-AFTRA Strike
Bungie confirms unvoiced dialogue in the final chapter of the Light and Darkness Saga as the actors' union strike for AI protections continues.
- Destiny 2: Heresy, released today, features missing voice lines due to the ongoing SAG-AFTRA strike, with subtitles automatically enabled to ensure narrative clarity.
- Bungie has added warnings before activities with unvoiced dialogue and offers customizable subtitle options for accessibility and visibility.
- The SAG-AFTRA strike, ongoing since July 2024, seeks better protections for actors against AI use and improved working conditions.
- Other games like Genshin Impact, League of Legends, and Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 have also been impacted, with measures ranging from delayed recordings to recasting roles.
- The strike has led to agreements with smaller studios and AI voice companies, though major negotiations with larger developers remain unresolved.