The AIAS Game Maker's Notebook Deathloop Composer Tom Salta
Jul 25, 2022
Composer Tom Salta discusses his career journey before games, working with Arkane Studios on the Wolfenstein series and Deathloop, assembling a score rooted in the 60s for Deathloop, and how his experiences in game development have helped establish his creative workflow.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Transitioning from the Record Industry to Composing for Video Games
02:06 • 27min
Unpredictable Careers and Unexpected Detours
29:09 • 5min
The Impact of Unsolicited Advice on Career and Personal Development
33:50 • 2min
The Modular Music System in a Space Strategy Game
35:25 • 14min
Creating the Unique Sound and Style of Deathloop
49:29 • 12min
The Narrative Approach of Time Loops in Video Games
01:01:57 • 23min
Composer's Pride and Upcoming Horror Game
01:25:04 • 4min
Release Date, Progress, and Pigeonholing Discussion
01:29:14 • 2min
Creating Memorable and Terrifying Themes for Horror Movies
01:31:09 • 6min