Harrison Ford Praises Troy Baker’s “Brilliant” Performance in Indiana Jones and the Great Circle

In a recent turn of events, Harrison Ford, the iconic actor behind Indiana Jones, has praised Troy Baker’s performance in the latest action-adventure game, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle. The game, developed by MachineGames and published by Bethesda, has been a major hit since its release on Xbox Series X/S consoles and PC in December 20242.

Troy Baker, a veteran voice actor known for his roles in The Last of Us and Batman: Arkham Knight, almost didn’t get the role of Indiana Jones. Bethesda Game Studios’ Todd Howard initially had reservations about casting Baker, but the blind casting auditions convinced him otherwise1. Baker’s commitment to channeling Ford’s legendary character won over the entire development team.

Baker’s portrayal of Indiana Jones has been widely acclaimed for its near-flawless capture of Ford’s iconic voice and mannerisms. Fans and critics alike have noted the uncanny resemblance between Baker’s performance and Ford’s original portrayal of the character1. This level of detail and dedication has set a new standard for video game voice acting.

Harrison Ford’s Approval

During The Game Awards 2024, Ford himself took the stage to present the award for Best Performance and publicly praised Baker’s work. He said,

If I had known he was that good, I would have done it myself.

This endorsement from Ford is a significant milestone for Baker and highlights the importance of talent and dedication in voice acting.

Ford’s comments on Baker’s performance also touched on the ongoing debate about the use of AI in replicating iconic voices. He stated:

You don’t need artificial intelligence to steal my soul. You can already do it for nickels and dimes with good ideas and talent.

This sentiment resonates with many in the industry who believe that AI should not replace human actors but rather complement their work.

Troy Baker’s brilliant performance in “Indiana Jones and the Great Circle” has not only earned him praise from fans and critics but also the approval of the man who originally brought Indiana Jones to life. This achievement serves as a testament to Baker’s talent and the importance of human creativity in the entertainment industry.