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Doom’s Groundbreaking Composer Bobby Prince Dies at 81
technology25 days ago

Doom’s Groundbreaking Composer Bobby Prince Dies at 81

Bobby Prince, the composer behind the original Doom soundtrack, has died at 81. The family said he passed away peacefully on June 16, 2026. Prince’s innovative scores helped define early video game music and shaped Doom, Doom II, Wolfenstein 3D, Rise of the Triad, and Duke Nukem 3D; he earned a 2006 Lifetime Achievement Award, and in 2026 the Doom soundtrack was selected for preservation in the Library of Congress. Tributes from John Romero and id Software highlighted his lasting impact on gaming.

via Eurogamer|
#bobby-prince#doom#id-software
Doom’s Groundbreaking Soundtrack Composer Bobby Prince Dies at 81
technology26 days ago

Doom’s Groundbreaking Soundtrack Composer Bobby Prince Dies at 81

Bobby Prince, who wrote Doom and Doom II’s iconic heavy-metal-inspired soundtrack, has died at 81. His other credits include Wolfenstein 3D and Duke Nukem 3D, and he credited the Doom Bible for inspiration; his Doom score was added to the Library of Congress National Recording Registry, with tributes from John Romero and George Broussard.

via Video Games Chronicle|
#bobby-prince#doom-bible#doom-soundtrack
Bond's new game gets a fresh, cinematic score from The Flight
culture1 month ago

Bond's new game gets a fresh, cinematic score from The Flight

The Flight, the music duo behind Bond-like soundscapes, crafted the score for IO Interactive's James Bond game 007 First Light, recording 32 minutes of music in a half-day session at Abbey Road with the Chamber Orchestra of London, blending electronic textures with classic Bond motifs and designing interactive music that changes as players act in combat and stealth.

via BBC|
#007-first-light#abbey-road-studios#culture
Doom Soundtrack Enshrined in National Recording Registry, Joins Gaming Hall of Fame
music2 months ago

Doom Soundtrack Enshrined in National Recording Registry, Joins Gaming Hall of Fame

The 1993 Doom soundtrack by Bobby Prince has been added to the National Recording Registry, marking it as culturally significant and making it the third piece of video game music to be inducted (after the Super Mario Bros. theme and the Minecraft soundtrack) and the first American game composer to be listed, with the selection placed alongside a roster of other iconic US recordings that range from classic singles to influential albums.

via Aftermath|
#bobby-prince#doom-1993-soundtrack#mario-bros-theme
"Nobuo Uematsu to Compose Final Fantasy 7 Remake Trilogy Finale"
gaming2 years ago

"Nobuo Uematsu to Compose Final Fantasy 7 Remake Trilogy Finale"

Final Fantasy composer Nobuo Uematsu expressed his willingness to return for the final game in the Final Fantasy VII remake trilogy, despite previous rumors of retirement. Creative director Tetsuya Nomura proposed the idea, to which Uematsu agreed, stating it would be an honor. Uematsu, known for his work on the series since its inception, also acknowledged the physical and mental strain of composing for a video game and expressed satisfaction with his recent compositions. The release date for the third game in the trilogy is yet to be announced.

via IGN|
#final-fantasy#final-fantasy-vii-remake#gaming
"Nobuo Uematsu to Compose Final Fantasy 7 Remake Trilogy's Epic Finale Theme"
gaming2 years ago

"Nobuo Uematsu to Compose Final Fantasy 7 Remake Trilogy's Epic Finale Theme"

Nobuo Uematsu, renowned for composing music for the first nine Final Fantasy games, has agreed to compose the main theme for the third game in the Final Fantasy 7 Remake trilogy, despite previously expressing doubts about his ability to compose an entire game's soundtrack. In a recent conversation, Uematsu confirmed his commitment to the project, expressing a sense of finality and satisfaction with his contributions to the series.

via Video Games Chronicle|
#final-fantasy-7-remake#gaming#main-theme
"From GBA to Switch: Mario vs. Donkey Kong's Timeless Rivalry"
gaming2 years ago

"From GBA to Switch: Mario vs. Donkey Kong's Timeless Rivalry"

The original composers of Mario vs. Donkey Kong for the GBA, DigiPen Music Department, were brought back to revamp the game's score for its Switch remake, incorporating acoustic performances to complement the virtual soundscape. The team, with a long history of work with Nintendo, had to keep their involvement under wraps while continuing to work as teachers at DigiPen. Lawrence Schwedler, one of the original composers, praised the freedom given by Shigeru Miyamoto and Koji Kondo and described the project as "the opportunity of a lifetime."

via Nintendo Life|
#digipen-music-department#gaming#mario-vs-donkey-kong
"FF7 Rebirth Fans Showcase Musical Talent at Tifa's Piano"
gaming2 years ago

"FF7 Rebirth Fans Showcase Musical Talent at Tifa's Piano"

Fans of Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth are showcasing their creativity by sharing piano covers from the game's demo, which features a playable piano minigame in Tifa's house. Players have been creating covers of Final Fantasy tunes, pop songs, and even classical pieces, with the demo receiving positive feedback for its interactive piano feature. The demo is currently available, with the full release scheduled for 29th February.

via Eurogamer.net|
#demo#final-fantasy-7-rebirth#gaming
"Koji Kondo Unveils Secrets Behind Super Mario Bros.' Iconic Music"
gaming2 years ago

"Koji Kondo Unveils Secrets Behind Super Mario Bros.' Iconic Music"

Legendary video game composer Koji Kondo discusses the process of creating the iconic Ground Theme for Super Mario Bros. on the Nintendo Entertainment System. Kondo reveals that his first attempt at composing a track was scrapped because it didn't match the gameplay, but the second track he made perfectly captured the rhythm of running and jumping. He explains that he played the game multiple times to find the right rhythm and continued to do so for subsequent games in the series. Kondo also shares his desire to create unique and enjoyable music that didn't fit into any specific genre.

via My Nintendo News|
#game-development#gaming#koji-kondo