Dan Houser’s ‘Absurdaverse’ Lands Rachel Dratch, Dan Soder, and Ari Matti as First Voice Cast

April 23, 2026 - 23:01

Dan Houser, the legendary co-founder of Rockstar Games, is assembling an impressive comedic ensemble for his latest creative venture. Absurd Ventures, Houser’s new multimedia company, has officially announced the first wave of voice actors set to bring the "Absurdaverse" to life. The lineup includes Saturday Night Live veteran Rachel Dratch, stand-up comedian and actor Dan Soder, and Finnish comedian Ari Matti, signaling a bold and irreverent direction for the project.

The Absurdaverse is described as an interconnected comedy-satire universe that will span multiple formats, though specific details about the medium—whether video games, animated series, or other interactive experiences—remain under wraps. What is clear is that Houser is leaning heavily into his signature brand of dark, satirical humor. Dratch, known for her chameleon-like character work on SNL and roles in 30 Rock and Stranger Things, brings a versatile comedic energy. Soder, a sharp-witted stand-up and actor from Billions and The King of Staten Island, adds a gritty, street-smart edge. Matti, a rising force in European comedy, rounds out the cast with his absurdist style.

This announcement marks the first concrete step in Houser’s post-Rockstar career. After leaving the company behind the Grand Theft Auto and Red Dead Redemption franchises, he founded Absurd Ventures in 2021 with the goal of exploring new narrative frontiers. The Absurdaverse appears to be his most ambitious project yet, promising a sprawling, satirical world where comedy and chaos collide. Fans of Houser’s previous work can expect the same sharp writing and cultural commentary, now filtered through a purely comedic lens. As production continues, the industry waits to see how this star-studded cast will bring Houser’s latest vision to life.