The search for the new voice actor of Mario continues as a leaked list of potential voice actors has caused a buzz among internet sleuths. Images and details from a US kiosk demo for the game Super Mario Bros. Wonder were shared on a 4chan forum, suggesting that the leak was legitimate. Accompanying the leak was a list of 20 unverified voice actors for the game, and after eliminating certain actors, only two names remained: Kevin Afghani and Mick Wingert. Sharp-eared fans noted that Afghani’s demo reel sounded similar to the voice of the Wonder Flower, leaving Wingert as the more likely candidate. However, Wingert’s agent has now stated that he is not voicing Mario, leaving fans back at square one.
Unless more information is revealed from the leaked kiosk demo, the identity of the new voice actor for Mario may remain a mystery until the release of Super Mario Bros. Wonder on October 20th. While this news may be disappointing for fans hoping for a definitive answer, the discovery process has been an exciting journey for those following the speculation. In the meantime, players can look forward to the game itself, as early impressions have been positive, with Eurogamer’s Christian Donlan expressing enjoyment during his playthrough.
