There’s little doubt that voice work on Mega Man: Dual Override is already underway. Dr. Light, voiced by Doug Stone, can be briefly heard in the live version of the reveal trailer. Now, it appears we may have both further confirmation of ongoing voice production and an early hint at a returning fan-favorite character, thanks to an unexpected source. 

Following Dual Override’s announcement, Rockman Corner reader HCHecxz shared a story on our Discord about a recent meet-and-greet with Matt Hill, known to us as the voice of Bass.EXE in Mega Man NT Warrior. During the event, Hill may have let slip that he was voicing Bass -- classic Bass -- in a project that had not yet been announced.

It is worth noting that Capcom brought Matt Hill back to reprise his role as Bass.EXE in the mobile trading card game Teppen in December 2024. Those voice lines can be heard here. That said, this was specifically for Bass.EXE, the Battle Network incarnation of the character. The classic series version of Bass hasn't had an English counterpart since 1996, so it would stand to reason that Capcom may have looped in Hill for role.

Dual Override has already teased the return of Proto Man through his iconic whistle at the end of the reveal trailer. With that in mind, this does make you wonder if Bass be making a return as well.

With Dual Override not due until 2027, it may be a minute before we can say for sure. We'll keep an ear to the ground!