Let's face it: Destiny's voice actors don't have much they can chew into. In the year since its release, Destiny's expansions - including the megaton additions in - have done a lot to flesh out the story, but you won't find too many long monologues or gripping dramatic scenes throughout the cinematic plot. You may not even realize how many instantly recognizable actors are part of Destiny's cast, which is full of talent that in hindsight seems startlingly underutilized.

This is by no means an exhaustive list of every voice actor in Destiny - just the ones you'll definitely recognize, even if you didn't identify their voice right away. Peter Dinklage's performance as your Ghost may be , but these roles will continue to be a part of your daily Destiny routine. Knowing who reads the lines for the many supporting characters in Bungie's massively multiplayer universe could make you see those bit players in a whole new light.

In Destiny, he's: The head honcho for the Hunter class, this Exo is the guy to talk to whenever you need Hunter armor or a pep-talk on fighting the good fight. He's also crucial to the overarching story content in The Taken King.

But you probably know him better You've got at least starter-level nerd cred if you instantly recognize Nathan Fillion as Malcolm Reynolds, the rugged, dashing captain of the ragtag crew in Firefly and its film follow-up Serenity. He's also gained mainstream recognition as the lead on Castle, where he plays a crime-solving author, as well as roles in cult classics like Slither and Dr. Horrible's Sing-Along Blog. Judging by Fillion's numerous appearances in the Halo series, it's safe to say the folks at Bungie have a thing for Captain Hammer - and really, who could blame them?

In Destiny, she's: Warlocks know to visit this soft-spoken sage for any class-specific quests and gear whenever they stop by the Tower.

But you probably know her better Like Fillion, Torres is an alumni from the cast of Firefly/Serenity, where she played the ship's second-in-command (and distinguished crackshot) Zoe Washburne. Fans of TV drama might also recognize her from Alias and 24; more recently, Torres has played key roles as Jessica Pearson on Suits or Bella Crawford on Hannibal.

In Destiny, he's: Rounding out the Vanguard trinity at the Tower's command center, Zavala tutors Titans and doles out some early story quests.

But you probably know him better Reddick's distinct, baritone voice exudes authority, which surely helped him nail iconic roles as Phillip Broyles on Fringe and the pivotal Lt. Cedric Daniels on HBO's The Wire. He's also had some brief stints on Law Order, Lost, and Oz. Nowadays, you can catch Reddick on Bosch and the upcoming Quantum Break TV show that ties in with the game.

In Destiny, she's: One of the most mysterious (and still unexplained) parts of Destiny's main story, the Exo Stranger keeps tabs on your Guardian and eventually rewards them with a legendary pulse rifle.

But you probably know her better Fans of AMC's The Walking Dead will surely recognize Cohan as Maggie Greene, one of the most crucial survivors in the whole series. Cohan's also made appearances on Chuck, The Vampire Diaries, and Supernatural.

In Destiny, he's: The overseer of all things PvP in Destiny, Shaxx is the one narrating your team's every triumph (and failure) during each match in the Crucible.

But you probably know him better James is another recognizable face from The Walking Dead, where he plays one of Rick Grimes' earliest allies, Morgan Jones. James is also the lead of the new ER drama Critical, Robert Hawkins on Jericho, and the bumbling criminal Sol in Guy Ritchie's cult classic Snatch.

In Destiny, he's: Because that giant white orb known as The Traveller has a hard time chatting with Guardians, The Speaker is there to act as its surrogate quest-giver/speech-maker.

But you probably know him better Nighy's been in countless films and shows dating all the way back to the '80s, but his most mainstream roles include the washed-up rocker Billy Mack in Love Actually and the tentacle-faced Davy Jones from the Pirates of the Caribbean series. You may also recognize him from his parts in Hot Fuzz, Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, and the primary villain Viktor in the Underworld franchise.

In Destiny, he's: A mild-mannered vendor representing the New Monarchy faction (with no known relation to Metal Gear Solid godfather Hideo Kojima).

But you probably know him better Remar's another veteran actor, with dozens of on-camera and voiceover roles under his belt. You most likely recognize him as father figure and imaginary confidant Harry Morgan on Dexter; he's also had some great turns on animated shows such as Ben 10 and The Legend of Korra. And I'll never forget his breakout role as the smarmy tough guy Ajax in The Warriors.

In Destiny, he's: Another peripheral vendor hanging around the Tower, representing the black-and-white-centric Dead Orbit faction.

But you probably know him better This Swedish actor's unmistakable mug has shown up all over the place, but most will know him from his roles in films by the Coen brothers, where he played the short-tempered crook Gaear in Fargo and a ferret-owning nihilist/porn star in The Big Lebowski. He's also a crucial character on Prison Break, and his lent his pipes to several other video games including and both of the Mercenaries games.

In Destiny, she's: As one of the most trusted servants of Mara Sov, queen of the Awoken, Petra Venj is the vendor for the Queen's Wrath faction.

But you probably know her better Just as Matt Stone and Trey Parker provide the voices for most of the characters on the profane cartoon megahit South Park, Stewart does the voices for the lion's share of the female cast, including iconic Colorado citizens Wendy Testaberger, Sharon Marsh, and Liane Cartman. That's right: Cartman's mom is one of the Reef's most trusted intermediaries.

In Destiny, she's: Depending on which race you choose during character creation, this could be the very voice of your personal Guardian.

But you probably know her better Griffin (who's often credited as Grey DeLisle) has hundreds of voiceovers to her name, including lead roles on classic cartoons such as Mandy on The Grim Adventures of Billy Mandy, Vicky of The Fairly Oddparents, and Frankie Foster on Foster's Home for Imaginary Friends. But avid gamers should recognize her distinctive voice as Catwoman from the Batman: Arkham franchise, Kitana and Mileena in , and the female Wizard in Diablo 3.

In Destiny, she's: If you prefer to make your female Guardian avatar to align with your real-world species, this is what she'll sound like.

But you probably know her better Eisenberg's distinct, strong voice has made her the perfect Wonder Woman throughout the many iterations of the Justice League animated series. She also plays a smattering of voices in Skyrim and the dreadlocked renegade Ashelin Praxis in the Jak and Daxter series.

In Destiny, he's: Known primarily as Destiny's #1 troll, Master Rahool is the Tower-stationed Cryptarch who identifies all your precious engrams, and will inevitably turn one of your precious, purple legendary engrams into a piddly, common, green piece of gear at some point.

But you probably know him better Avari has a wealth of supporting roles in his credits, including blockbusters like Stargate, The Mummy, and Independance Day. Personally, I adore his turn as a lackey with a heart of gold in Mr. Deeds. Yes, the one with Adam Sandler.

In Destiny, he's: This cloaked Exo vendor offers Guardians a wide selection of weaponry and ammo in the Tower, and is worth visiting on a weekly basis.

But you probably know him better John DiMaggio also played another famous robot, albeit one with a fouler mouth: Bender, of Futurama fame. He's another legendary voice actor credited with hundreds of roles, but some of his most iconic include Jake the Dog from Adventure Time and Marcus Fenix from the Gears of War series.

In Destiny, he's: You'll often find visitors to the Tower milling around this 'bot, given that he's the source of all those XP-boosting Bounties. You likely won't be visiting him quite as often in The Taken King, as you can now turn in completed Bounties from any location (thank God).

But you probably know him better Keating is best known as Malcolm Reed on Star Trek: Enterprise and Andrew Tyge on Prison Break. But to me, he'll always be Kormac the Templar, my most loyal follower in Diablo 3.

If you want to explore the classic Final Fantasy games, but aren't sure where to begin, we can hardly blame you. In the almost three decades since its initial release, the original Final Fantasy alone has accumulated 17 ports, remakes, and rereleases. And many have certain advantages (or disadvantages) over the others, which makes finding the "best" a challenge. Thankfully, we've done the homework for you, and selected the best possible way to experience Final Fantasy's 8- and 16-bit eras.

If you're new to this legendary JRPG series and what to know the best place to start you won't find the answer on this list. Instead, the best entry point into Final Fantasy is definitely . If you want to see the origins of Final Fantasy - or are simply pining for some classic, JRPG goodness - then you've come to the right place. This list focuses mainly on the FF remakes (rather than the various ports and rereleases) to see which one offers the best experience in both performance and added content. Of course, new versions of these games are being released all the time, so be sure to leave your thoughts and feedback in the comments below.

The definitive version: Final Fantasy Origins (PSX) It's the perfect blend of classic difficulty and modern presentation. Unlike other remakes, Origins remains faithful to its namesake by retaining FF's unique spell system and difficulty curve. Should you find the game too tough, there's also the option for easy mode (which is made mandatory in later remakes). Origins also has redrawn sprites, a remixed soundtrack, a revised script, and some bug fixes that together make it a clear upgrade to the NES classic. And, because Origins was released on PSN in 2011, the game is very easy to find.

What about the rest? Final Fantasy I II: Dawn of Souls (GBA) and Final Fantasy (PSP) are both solid remakes with all the updates found in the PSX version plus some new dungeons and other extras. But they also replace FF's spell system with an MP-based magic system, and reduce the difficulty across the board. Considering the original FF is already light on plot and characterization, challenging combat should be the game's main attraction. Plus, neither of these remakes have been released on other platforms, making them difficult to enjoy on modern hardware.

The definitive version: Final Fantasy 2 Anniversary Edition (PSP) As Final Fantasy 2 is widely considered the worst in the series (or ), I have selected the version furthest from its source material. This remake takes the best from the previous two remakes - improved visuals and remixed soundtrack from Origins; bonus quests and dungeons from Dawn of Souls - and combines them with even more new content. And while Anniversary Edition is a bit easier than its originator, here it works in the game's favor as FF2's battle system is notoriously tedious and frustrating.

What about the rest? Final Fantasy I II: Dawn of Souls (GBA) and Final Fantasy Origins (PSX) are both perfectly acceptable remakes as well. As I mentioned before, the GBA remake doesn't have all the bells and whistles of the PSP version, but it still has more content and is slightly easier than Origins which closely resembles the original game.

The definitive version: Final Fantasy 3 (DS) As this is the only official English version of the game available in the West, it's the winner by default. Thankfully, it's also an excellent remake. The original game has been completely rebuilt using vibrant, 3D graphics along with a freshly remixed soundtrack. The basics remain intact - plot, dungeons, bone-crushing difficulty - along with some minor tweaks that help smooth out some of the original's rough edges: such as making more character classes viable during the end game. This remake is also available on PSN, Steam, and more, making it widely accessible.

What about the rest? Well, the only other version of Final Fantasy 3 is the original, released on the Famicom in 1990 and available exclusively in Japan. And I have no idea how you might acquire a copy, so I won't even speculate. But if you did, you would find FF3 holds up surprisingly well. Sure the characters have zero personality and the plot is kinda all over the place, but it is fun learning (and exploiting) the quirks of this game, such as which jobs are horribly overpowered, and which are completely useless.

The definitive version: Final Fantasy IV: The Complete Collection (PSP) FF4 has a TON of different versions, and no two are exactly alike. The Complete Collection wins out by combining a fabulous remake of the original FF4, the lengthy post-game epilogue The After Years, and Interlude: an all-new tale that ties the previous two together. The game itself features updated visuals reminiscent of the original art style and an updated score. It also addresses the myriad of issues plaguing FF4's original Western release, including missing spells, abilities, and censorship of certain images.

What about the rest? Like FF3, this game also received a complete overhaul on DS simply called Final Fantasy 4. Cutesy 3D visuals, voice acting, and the divisive Augments mechanic give this remake a very different feel from the original game. Also worth mentioning are Final Fantasy IV Advance (GBA) and Final Fantasy Chronicles (PSX). Advance brings new content, updated visuals, and allows for party compositions that weren't previously available towards the end of the game; however, the North American release has bugs that were later fixed in the European version. Finally, Chronicles is a straight upgrade to the SNES release of FF4, with a fixed translation and restored difficulty (the SNES version was easier than its Japanese counterpart).

The definitive version: Final Fantasy V Advance (GBA) This is where the well of remakes and rereleases dries up. You only get two options when it comes to FF5, and the choice is obvious. Advance stays true to the style and spirit of the original, while sporting a revised script and new content. But most important are the four new Job classes - Gladiator, Cannoneer, Oracle, and Necromancer - which further enhance the game's already stellar class-switching mechanic. This version includes everything that was great about the original, plus a little extra.

What about the rest? The other version of FF5 available in the West is Final Fantasy Anthology on PSX, where it is bundled with Final Fantasy 6. Unfortunately, minor-but-annoying load times and awkward translation make this version inferior in almost every regard save music, which sounds richer on PlayStation hardware. Also worth mentioning is the mobile release of FF5, which has a redrawn (and bizarrely out-of-place) art style that would later pollute FF6. Otherwise, the mobile version plays just like the GBA version and is available on Steam.

The definitive version: Final Fantasy 3 (SNES) If you've never played FF6 (which was released as FF3 on the SNES), start with the original. There's some '90s-era censorship goofiness in the game's translation and sprites - such as 'Holy' becoming 'Pearl' - but it's ultimately the most enjoyable version overall. As the SNES is pretty rare (and expensive), a better alternative might be the Wii Virtual Console. As for FF6's three remakes, each introduces some sort of problem not found in this version that spoil the game in their own unique ways.

What about the rest? Despite being the , Final Fantasy 6 has yet to receive the definitive remake it deserves. Final Fantasy VI Advance is the best attempt so far, with an updated translation as well as new dungeons and summons. However, a reduced screen resolution and poor audio compression hurt its overall presentation. By all means, stay away from the Final Fantasy Anthology (PSX) and any mobile versions of the game. Anthology introduces load times and slowdown during battles - which is inexcusable given this is a SNES game. Not to be outdone, the mobile remake is a Frankenstein's monster of artistic styles.

If you want to explore the classic Final Fantasy games, but aren't sure where to begin, we can hardly blame you. In the almost three decades since its initial release, the original Final Fantasy alone has accumulated 17 ports, remakes, and rereleases. And many have certain advantages (or disadvantages) over the others, which makes finding the "best" a challenge. Thankfully, we've done the homework for you, and selected the best possible way to experience Final Fantasy's 8- and 16-bit eras.

If you're new to this legendary JRPG series and what to know the best place to start you won't find the answer on this list. Instead, the best entry point into Final Fantasy is definitely . If you want to see the origins of Final Fantasy - or are simply pining for some classic, JRPG goodness - then you've come to the right place. This list focuses mainly on the FF remakes (rather than the various ports and rereleases) to see which one offers the best experience in both performance and added content. Of course, new versions of these games are being released all the time, so be sure to leave your thoughts and feedback in the comments below.

The definitive version: Final Fantasy Origins (PSX) It's the perfect blend of classic difficulty and modern presentation. Unlike other remakes, Origins remains faithful to its namesake by retaining FF's unique spell system and difficulty curve. Should you find the game too tough, there's also the option for easy mode (which is made mandatory in later remakes). Origins also has redrawn sprites, a remixed soundtrack, a revised script, and some bug fixes that together make it a clear upgrade to the NES classic. And, because Origins was released on PSN in 2011, the game is very easy to find.

What about the rest? Final Fantasy I II: Dawn of Souls (GBA) and Final Fantasy (PSP) are both solid remakes with all the updates found in the PSX version plus some new dungeons and other extras. But they also replace FF's spell system with an MP-based magic system, and reduce the difficulty across the board. Considering the original FF is already light on plot and characterization, challenging combat should be the game's main attraction. Plus, neither of these remakes have been released on other platforms, making them difficult to enjoy on modern hardware.

The definitive version: Final Fantasy 2 Anniversary Edition (PSP) As Final Fantasy 2 is widely considered the worst in the series (or ), I have selected the version furthest from its source material. This remake takes the best from the previous two remakes - improved visuals and remixed soundtrack from Origins; bonus quests and dungeons from Dawn of Souls - and combines them with even more new content. And while Anniversary Edition is a bit easier than its originator, here it works in the game's favor as FF2's battle system is notoriously tedious and frustrating.

What about the rest? Final Fantasy I II: Dawn of Souls (GBA) and Final Fantasy Origins (PSX) are both perfectly acceptable remakes as well. As I mentioned before, the GBA remake doesn't have all the bells and whistles of the PSP version, but it still has more content and is slightly easier than Origins which closely resembles the original game.

The definitive version: Final Fantasy 3 (DS) As this is the only official English version of the game available in the West, it's the winner by default. Thankfully, it's also an excellent remake. The original game has been completely rebuilt using vibrant, 3D graphics along with a freshly remixed soundtrack. The basics remain intact - plot, dungeons, bone-crushing difficulty - along with some minor tweaks that help smooth out some of the original's rough edges: such as making more character classes viable during the end game. This remake is also available on PSN, Steam, and more, making it widely accessible.

What about the rest? Well, the only other version of Final Fantasy 3 is the original, released on the Famicom in 1990 and available exclusively in Japan. And I have no idea how you might acquire a copy, so I won't even speculate. But if you did, you would find FF3 holds up surprisingly well. Sure the characters have zero personality and the plot is kinda all over the place, but it is fun learning (and exploiting) the quirks of this game, such as which jobs are horribly overpowered, and which are completely useless.

The definitive version: Final Fantasy IV: The Complete Collection (PSP) FF4 has a TON of different versions, and no two are exactly alike. The Complete Collection wins out by combining a fabulous remake of the original FF4, the lengthy post-game epilogue The After Years, and Interlude: an all-new tale that ties the previous two together. The game itself features updated visuals reminiscent of the original art style and an updated score. It also addresses the myriad of issues plaguing FF4's original Western release, including missing spells, abilities, and censorship of certain images.

What about the rest? Like FF3, this game also received a complete overhaul on DS simply called Final Fantasy 4. Cutesy 3D visuals, voice acting, and the divisive Augments mechanic give this remake a very different feel from the original game. Also worth mentioning are Final Fantasy IV Advance (GBA) and Final Fantasy Chronicles (PSX). Advance brings new content, updated visuals, and allows for party compositions that weren't previously available towards the end of the game; however, the North American release has bugs that were later fixed in the European version. Finally, Chronicles is a straight upgrade to the SNES release of FF4, with a fixed translation and restored difficulty (the SNES version was easier than its Japanese counterpart).

The definitive version: Final Fantasy V Advance (GBA) This is where the well of remakes and rereleases dries up. You only get two options when it comes to FF5, and the choice is obvious. Advance stays true to the style and spirit of the original, while sporting a revised script and new content. But most important are the four new Job classes - Gladiator, Cannoneer, Oracle, and Necromancer - which further enhance the game's already stellar class-switching mechanic. This version includes everything that was great about the original, plus a little extra.

What about the rest? The other version of FF5 available in the West is Final Fantasy Anthology on PSX, where it is bundled with Final Fantasy 6. Unfortunately, minor-but-annoying load times and awkward translation make this version inferior in almost every regard save music, which sounds richer on PlayStation hardware. Also worth mentioning is the mobile release of FF5, which has a redrawn (and bizarrely out-of-place) art style that would later pollute FF6. Otherwise, the mobile version plays just like the GBA version and is available on Steam.

The definitive version: Final Fantasy 3 (SNES) If you've never played FF6 (which was released as FF3 on the SNES), start with the original. There's some '90s-era censorship goofiness in the game's translation and sprites - such as 'Holy' becoming 'Pearl' - but it's ultimately the most enjoyable version overall. As the SNES is pretty rare (and expensive), a better alternative might be the Wii Virtual Console. As for FF6's three remakes, each introduces some sort of problem not found in this version that spoil the game in their own unique ways.

What about the rest? Despite being the , Final Fantasy 6 has yet to receive the definitive remake it deserves. Final Fantasy VI Advance is the best attempt so far, with an updated translation as well as new dungeons and summons. However, a reduced screen resolution and poor audio compression hurt its overall presentation. By all means, stay away from the Final Fantasy Anthology (PSX) and any mobile versions of the game. Anthology introduces load times and slowdown during battles - which is inexcusable given this is a SNES game. Not to be outdone, the mobile remake is a Frankenstein's monster of artistic styles.