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William Gibbons
Video game historian and RPI professor. He explains why the technological limitations of ‘80s and ‘90s games actually fueled composers’ creativity.
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Jul 30, 2025
• 39min
8-Bit to Orchestras: Video Game Music Scores
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This discussion features Russell Emanuel, CEO of Bleeding Fingers, famed for its innovative video game scores. He shares intriguing strategies for crafting adaptive soundtracks that respond to gameplay dynamics. Video game historian William Gibbons highlights how technological limitations in the ‘80s and ‘90s sparked compositional creativity, influencing today's scores. The conversation dives into the evolution of interactive music and the potential future role of AI in creating personalized soundtracks, revealing how constraints fuel artistic innovation.
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