Who is the actor who voices Lifeweaver in Overwatch 2?
In the last forty-eight hours, players all over the world have shown their excitement and gratitude for the new upcoming character in Overwatch 2 by posting messages of admiration and praise on social media. The new Thai hero, Lifeweaver, exudes an upbeat persona full of heartfelt vocal lines and a nurturing tone that round out his character brilliantly. We’ve got the scoop on who’s behind this sound if you’re curious about their credentials. Read on to find out who plays Lifeweaver in Overwatch 2’s vocal cast.
Who Is the Overwatch 2 Lifeweaver Voice Actor?
Overwatch 2 features the character of Thai actor Phuwin Tangsakyuen, 19, as Lifeweaver. The majority of Phuwin’s canonical works fall under the Boy’s Love category, which focuses on romantic interactions between two male protagonists. Overwatch’s loyal fanbase has spoken out in support of the decision to cast a person who is affirming of LGBTQ+ relationships as the character of Lifeweaver. The majority of these remarks were made on an article by the widely read Overwatch leaks and news site OWCavalry:
The rumors surrounding Lifeweaver’s lore and background indicate he may identify as pansexual, and this is the primary reason for the high level of fan appreciation towards the LGBTQ+ involved approach. However, many admirers have already begun calling him “the Bisexual icon of Overwatch” due to his attractiveness and charisma. The community accepts Lifeweaver with open arms and values the variety and representation he brings to the Hero Roster regardless of his orientation or the label he chooses to identify with.
The rest of the comments are largely effusive in their praise of Phuwin’s vocal acting, which they credit with making the new floral-themed Hero come to life. Thousands of gamers’ hearts have been stolen by his portrayal of the Support Hero, and the comments area is full of messages welcoming him to the Overwatch community.