We’ve learned (via Variety) that following a poll from its members, the video game voice actor union SAG-AFTRA has voted by an overwhelming majority to authorize a strike, should negotiations for better compensation fail.

The news comes after prominent and beloved voices actors began to campaign for more exposure to their cause roughly two weeks ago. In total, the union states that “96.52% of members [voted] in favor of the referendum.”

With the strike approved, should the union’s National Board declare a strike, voice actors will be forbidden to go and do their work – voicing the game characters we’ve come to know (or may not have experienced yet).

Voting for the strike began weeks ago following months of failed negotiations with publishers like Activision and Electronic Arts, who seemingly are not budging in their compensation for voice talent. You can find a list of the union’s demands over on their website.

Chief among these demands are royalties, residuals, and stunt pay for more demanding recording sessions. Despite the support of some fans, it seems like video game developers are not happy – if you read our previous report.

How do you guys feel about the escalation of the entire debacle? Sound off in the comments below!

Editor’s Note: Header image is from Double Fine’s Brutal Legend.