Tales of Eternia Remastered features an entirely new English voice cast rather than reusing or continuing with the original voice actors from the 2001 PlayStation release (originally titled Tales of Destiny 2 in North America). While Bandai Namco has refreshed the localized dialogue and recorded new performances, individual voice actor names for the new cast have not yet been officially credited in released showcase materials. Players also have full dual-audio support, allowing an instant toggle to the Japanese audio track at any point.
What Happened to the Original English Voice Cast?
The original English localization on the PlayStation featured voice actors such as Kevin Miller, who voiced the lead protagonist Reid Hershel. In early showcase and reaction discussions, it was confirmed that the legacy actors were not contacted to reprise their roles for the remaster.
According to creator community discussions, Kevin Miller expressed disappointment at not being brought back to voice Reid, as Bandai Namco opted to completely re-record the localized audio with a brand-new cast. Because over two decades have passed since the original North American console launch, the localization script underwent substantial revisions, bringing freshly recorded battle lines, story cutscenes, and newly dubbed skits that were previously Japanese-only.
New English Dub Delivery and Player Reactions
Gameplay showcases and trailer sizzle reels have revealed glimpses of the new English performances for the core cast:
- Reid Hershel: Given a fresh performance reflecting his laid-back, country-hunter attitude before world-ending stakes emerge.
- Farah Oersted: Re-voiced with upbeat delivery matching her signature martial artist catchphrase ("We can do it!").
- Meredy: Re-recorded to capture her energetic personality and Melnics dialogue alongside her companion Quickie.
- Keele: Features new voicing portraying his scholarly, frail, and serious nature.
Community impressions of the new dub have been mixed. Some players welcomed the clean recording quality and felt the delivery carried a charming, classic late-90s anime tone. Others expressed concern that modern studio dubbing can occasionally sound less distinct than the idiosyncratic, recognizable performances of the original PS1 era. However, the specific voice actor agency and official credit list for the English cast remain unannounced by Bandai Namco.
Japanese Audio and Language Support
For players who prefer the Japanese performance, the official Steam data and developer livestreams confirm that original Japanese voice tracks are fully supported. During the Japanese promotional broadcast featuring MC Yuki Nakashima and producer Tamaichi, veteran performances—such as Ebara-san voicing the Celestian resistance leader Fong—remain celebrated focal points of the game's audio presentation.
According to official game specifications, audio and subtitle options include:
- Full Audio Support: English, Japanese, and Korean (languages with full audio support).
- Audio Toggles: Players can freely swap back and forth between English and Japanese audio in the game settings at any time.
- Sound Effects: A toggle allows players to switch between remastered audio/SFX and the original retro sound effects.
- Subtitle Additions: Subtitles now appear during animated movies, skits, Mystic Artes, and victory victory quotes.
Audio and Script Modernization Features
Beyond recasting, the audio and localization structure received several notable quality-of-life additions over the earlier PS1 and PSP versions:
| Audio / Localization Feature | Original PS1 / PSP Versions | Tales of Eternia Remastered |
|---|---|---|
| English Voice Cast | Original 2001 cast (Kevin Miller as Reid) | Completely new English voice cast |
| Camp Skits Audio | Skits largely cut or unvoiced in English PS1 | Re-localized skits with playback support |
| Dual-Audio Switching | Not available (region locked audio) | Freely toggle English and Japanese audio |
| Victory & Battle Subtitles | Not subtitled on-screen | Victory quotes and Mystic Artes fully subtitled |
| Sound Effects Mode | Fixed sound profile | Switchable between Remastered and Original SFX |
| Battle BGM Pack | Standard in-game tracks only | Digital Deluxe includes classic Tales BGM pack |
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Kevin Miller return as Reid Hershel in Tales of Eternia Remastered?
No. Kevin Miller confirmed through community discussions that he was not cast for the project and expressed disappointment at not returning. Bandai Namco recast the role for the remaster.
Can you play Tales of Eternia Remastered with Japanese audio?
Yes. The remaster includes full audio support for both English and Japanese, and players can switch between audio tracks at any time in the settings.
Who are the new English voice actors?
Bandai Namco has not yet published the official English voice actor credits or cast sheet. While early trailer samples demonstrate the new voices, individual actor names remain unconfirmed.
Are skits voiced in English this time?
Yes. While many camp skits were omitted or untranslated in the original 2001 Western release, the remaster features a newly localized script with voiced skit support, skit replay options, and on-screen subtitles.
