Behind the Scenes: PitStop Productions' Role in Baldur's Gate 3 Voice & Mocap
When PitStop Productions began our journey into game audio, we dreamed of contributing to a project that would be celebrated worldwide. Fast forward to 2023, and that dream has come true. PitStop provided the Casting, Voiceover, Dialogue Motion Capture Production and Sound Design Support that helped to bring the world of Faerûn to life. We are incredibly proud of the result – a true passion project that our team worked incredibly hard on.
Voiceover in the 2023 Game of the Year: How PitStop Productions Transformed Baldur's Gate 3
248 actors. 1.6 million words. 7,116 recording hours.
Our commitment to innovation set Baldur's Gate 3 apart, voiceover in game has never been done like this before. Every single line of interactive dialogue featured in the game has been recorded with full voiceover and body motion capture - a first in the industry on this scale.
Team Collaboration
Our teams worked closely with Larian Studios for over five years on this massive project. PitStop were required to design and implement a custom production pipeline which allowed Larian’s writers and our team of Directors to retain creative flexibility, while at the same time adhering to the technical requirements of Larian’s audio and animation teams.
As this was an industry first, we had to design specialist mocap volumes, build a technical pipeline from the ground up, and grow a production team capable of delivering it. The quality of the Performance and motion capture for this title was highly praised and award winning upon release - showcasing the high standards PitStop is known for.
Final Thoughts
Collaborating with Larian on the Production of the award winning Baldur’s Gate 3 has been a monumental achievement for our team. But this is just the beginning. At PitStop Productions, we're excited to continue creating and innovating in the ever-evolving world of gaming.
We celebrate this milestone with immense gratitude for our talented team and our incredible development partners who trust us with their projects. Here's to many more adventures and pushing the boundaries of what gaming can be.