Wayne June, Darkest Dungeon's Famed Narrator, Has Passed Away

The gaming community mourns the loss of Wayne June, the iconic voice behind the narrator in the Darkest Dungeon series. June's passing was announced across various Darkest Dungeon social media channels and the game's official website. At the time of this writing, the cause of his death has not been disclosed to the public.

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Wayne June's journey with Darkest Dungeon began when creative director Chris Bourassa and Red Hook co-founder Tyler Sigman approached him to narrate the trailer for the first game. This collaboration blossomed into a remarkable partnership, with Bourassa expressing deep admiration for June's distinctive baritone voice. "He was a consummate professional, and his love of his craft was an inspiration. His inimitable work is woven into the very fabric of our industry in a way that cannot be forgotten. It is one of my greatest honors to have written for him this past decade. Though I never got to shake his hand, I knew him to be a friend. Thank you, Wayne," Bourassa shared in a heartfelt tweet.

Bourassa first discovered June through his captivating readings of H.P. Lovecraft audiobooks, which he listened to regularly until the founding of Red Hook. He even shared these CDs with Sigman, who was equally captivated by June's ability to bring the eerie world of Lovecraft to life. This admiration led to the pivotal decision to feature June's voice in Darkest Dungeon. "I think more verbatim, it was, 'We should get somebody like Wayne June to narrate the trailer.' Then we thought—wait, Wayne June reads stuff for a living! Maybe he would do it! The work of course was so good that we decided to add a narrator to the game itself," they recounted. June's voice became an integral part of the game's identity, continuing into the second installment.

Fans have expressed their deepest condolences, thanking June for enhancing their Darkest Dungeon experiences. Many have lauded his iconic voice, often quoting memorable lines from the game in their tributes. Some fans even shared how June's lines have become part of their everyday conversations, a testament to the lasting impact of his delivery. May Wayne June rest in peace, and may his voice continue to resonate in the hearts of all who cherished his work.