Tides of Annihilation recasts Gwendolyn with Resident Evil Requiem voice actor
Eclipse Glow Games announced on August 17, 2026, in newly released extended gameplay footage that Angela Sant'Albano will replace Jennifer English as the voice of Gwendolyn in the upcoming game Tides of Annihilation. The footage also displayed an updated face model for the protagonist.
Jennifer English stepped away from the role earlier this year for health reasons, and reports identify Angela Sant'Albano — known for voicing Grace Ashcroft in Resident Evil Requiem — as her replacement. The casting has not been formally confirmed by the studio, but sources expect an official reveal during the Gamescom 2026 Opening Night Live Event. Fans have reacted with disappointment at English's departure while expressing support and wishes for her recovery.
The extended gameplay clip presented a redesigned Gwendolyn with a softer jawline and an appearance described by observers as younger than in previous trailers. That visual change prompted discussion among players, with many voicing a preference for the character's earlier, more mature look. The footage paired the character redesign with the new voice work credited to Sant'Albano in reports.
Eclipse Glow Games has confirmed that attendees at Gamescom 2026 will be able to play a Tides of Annihilation gameplay demo. The studio also said it will show new footage and make an additional announcement at the Opening Night Live Event. The demo availability and scheduled presentation were highlighted alongside the recent footage release.
Developers have stated that, despite featuring challenging combat and large boss encounters, Tides of Annihilation is an action-adventure game rather than a traditional soulslike. That clarification was included in communications describing the game's systems and combat emphasis.
Eclipse Glow Games is set to present new footage and an announcement at the Gamescom 2026 Opening Night Live Event, where the studio confirmed a playable demo of Tides of Annihilation will be available to attendees.