Techland's sprawling open-world survival horror game features a massive ensemble of voice talent, blending professional voice actors with prominent Hollywood stars. If you've played through the streets of Villedor and wondered who brought characters like Aiden Caldwell or Lawan to life, you're in the right place.
The complete roster includes notable performances from industry veterans and screen actors alike. Let's break down the primary cast members behind Dying Light 2 Stay Human, their background roles, and where else you might have heard them.
The Main Cast of Dying Light 2
Every great open-world RPG relies on a strong lead to ground its narrative. Techland anchored its parkour-heavy sequel with seasoned voice talent and recognizable celebrity likenesses.
Aiden Caldwell voiced by Jonah Scott
The protagonist of the game, Aiden, is voiced by Jonah Scott. Aiden is a Pilgrim—an outsider willing to travel through dangerous, infected zones outside civilized settlements to deliver messages and find his lost sister, Mia.
- Other prominent roles: Scott has voiced characters in numerous popular anime and video games, including Beastars (Legoshi), Cyberpunk: Edgerunners (Reno), and Dying Light: The Following related promotional projects. His performance gives Aiden a weary yet determined edge that fits Villedor's grim atmosphere.
Lawan voiced by Rosario Dawson
One of the most prominent characters in Villedor, Lawan, is both voiced by and modeled after Hollywood actress Rosario Dawson. Lawan is a fierce, independent nightrunner with a complex past and a personal vendetta that drives much of the game's core narrative.
- Other prominent roles: Dawson is widely recognized for her live-action work in major franchises, including playing Ahsoka Tano in the Star Wars universe (Ahsoka, The Mandalorian), Claire Temple in Netflix's Marvel series (Daredevil, Luke Cage), and various film roles like Rent and Sin City.
Hakon voiced by Jonathan Forbes (Voice) and David Belle (Mocap/Appearance)
Hakon is the slippery, charming survivor who saves Aiden early in the game. Interestingly, the character's physical appearance and motion capture were performed by David Belle—the French stuntman and founder of modern parkour—while his voice acting was handled by Irish actor Jonathan Forbes.
- Other prominent roles: Jonathan Forbes has appeared in television series like Catastrophe and Fearless. David Belle is globally famous for originating parkour, having previously starred in action films like District 13.
Major Faction Leaders and Supporting Characters
Villedor is torn apart by warring factions, and the supporting cast features distinct leaders and survivors who shape Aiden's choices throughout the campaign.
- Jack Matt voiced by Elroy Powell: The leader of the Peacekeepers, Jack Matt is a pragmatic and ruthless former military man trying to impose order on the city. Powell brings a commanding presence to the authoritarian faction leader.
- Frank Marwey voiced by Stewart Scudamore: Frank is the burned-out former leader of the Nightrunners and a heavy drinker trying to reclaim his legacy. Scudamore delivers a raspy, emotional performance that anchors the game's themes of regret and redemption.
- Aitor voiced by Alec Newman: A loyal Peacekeeper commander who tasks Aiden with investigating local incidents. Newman is well-known in gaming circles for voicing Varis in Cyberpunk 2077 and various roles in Horizon Zero Dawn.
- Juan Rainer voiced by Peter Brooke: A shadowy, manipulative operator pulling strings behind the scenes in the central loop. Brooke gives Juan a smooth, untrustworthy cadence.
- Waltz voiced by Demetri Goritsas: The primary antagonist connected to Aiden's childhood. Goritsas provides a chilling performance for the man behind GRE experiments.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who voices the narrator in the opening sequence?
The atmospheric prologue and narrative framing are handled by Alex Cain, setting up the collapse of human civilization after the GRE's failure to contain the Harran virus.
Are there any other famous actors in the voice cast?
While the cast relies heavily on seasoned voice-over professionals like Alex Jordan (who voices dozens of background NPCs, Renegades, and Peacekeepers), Rosario Dawson remains the primary Hollywood star crossover in the main character lineup.
Does David Belle do the voice for Hakon?
No. While David Belle provided the physical motion capture and visual likeness for Hakon due to his legendary parkour background, the actual vocal performance was recorded entirely by actor Jonathan Forbes.
Who voices Aiden in the Bloody Ties DLC?
Jonah Scott reprises his role as Aiden Caldwell for the Bloody Ties story downloadable content, continuing the protagonist's harrowing journey inside the Carnage Hall.
