What makes a video game performance truly unforgettable? This week on The Game Show, we break down our all-time favorite acting in video games — the performances that made us laugh, cry, and forget we were holding a controller. From motion capture legends to voice acting that defined entire franchises, we’re ranking the best of the best and arguing about who got robbed. We also dive into this week’s massive gaming news: Epic Games just laid off over 1,000 employees and killed multiple Fortnite modes. Crimson Desert launched to 3 million copies sold but deeply divided reviews. Rockstar cleared its GTA Online schedule fueling speculation that GTA 6 Trailer 3 drops in April. The AI-driven RAM shortage is destroying PC building with DDR5 prices up over 250%. And Nintendo is quietly cutting Switch 2 production after weak US demand — right as Super Mario Bros. Wonder and Life is Strange: Reunion hit the console.
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