Bethesda Softworks today revealed the all-star cast lending their voices to Dishonored. If you thought the cast behind Sleeping Dogs was impressive, take a look at the list below.
* Academy Award winner and five-time nominee Susan Sarandon makes her videogame debut as the former aristocrat, Granny Rags - an intriguing old blind woman now deranged after years of street life.
* Academy Award nominee and Golden Globe-winner Brad Dourif takes on the role of the inventor Piero, creator of the iconic mask worn by main character Corvo, as well as a wealth of gadgets Corvo can use.
* Emmy winner and Hollywood-icon Carrie Fisher can be heard broadcasting government propaganda over loudspeakers throughout the city of Dunwall, where the game is set.
* John Slattery ("Mad Men," "The Adjustment Bureau") takes on the role of Admiral Havelock, a Loyalist who helps Corvo on his quest, as well as
* Michael Madsen ("Reservoir Dogs," "Kill Bill") brings his videogame voiceover experience to the role of Daud, a mysterious assassin.
* Chloë Grace Moretz ("Kick-Ass," "Hugo") portrays Young Lady Emily, the Empress' daughter who is kidnapped after her mother's death.
* Lena Headey joins the cast as Calista, Emily's caretaker.
Arkane Studios president Raphaël Colantonio said of the cast, "Having such talented actors voice Dishonored's compelling cast of characters adds a rich, powerful element to the game. We want to draw people into this virtual world and make it feel real. This celebrated cast adds wonderful depth and credibility to the overall Dishonored gameplay experience."
Dishonored gives players the chance to eliminate enemies using a flexible combat system that combines supernatural abilities and numerous weapons. Pursue targets under the cover of darkness or boldly attack with weapons drawn. The choices you make will control each mission and the game's ultimate conclusion.
Dishonored is set for release in North America on October 9, 2012 and throughout Europe on October 12, 2012 on the Xbox 360, PS3, and Windows PC.
