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Uroboros - Downwell

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Downwell - Soundtrack by Eirik Suhrke (2015)

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Expansion Pack 31: Games we Played in 2024 - PA194

Bryan and Gene are back for a relaxed holiday episode where we take a look back at some of the great music we heard in games in 2024. As usual it’s an eclectic mix of genres and style, both in the games themselves and in the music. Continue reading Expansion Pack 31: Games we Played in 2024 – PA194

[alivingroomatthebottomofalake]

100 Great Albums from 2024.

OK…

I listened to a lot of music this year, and I am not going to prattle on about it all this time because there's too much. These are the albums that came out this year that I really liked. They aren't in a specific order, but they are in a general order (closer to the top just means I listened to it more often, or responded enthusiastically/felt really strongly about it). I have been doing a lot of radio this year, and so I've listened to so much music. It's not trying to be a definitive top 100 list, I am sure I missed some gems, but these are things I personally liked. Then there are some special mentions at the end that include some reissues that include some reworked/additional material, and some compilations/live albums as well. Genres are all over the place, from heavy to light to weird to weirder. Check things out and enjoy the adventure.

Muuntautuja by Oranssi Pazuzu

Dreaming the Strife for Love by Bedsore

Absolute Elsewhere by Blood Incantation

Impossible Light by Uboa

Lives Outgrown by Beth Gibbons

Red Hot & Ra - The Magic City by Meshell Ndegeocello

COEXISTENCE by Johanna Elina Sulkunen

13" Frank Beltrame Italian Stiletto with Bison Horn Grips by Xiu Xiu

Coagulated Bliss by Full of Hell

Orchards of a Futile Heaven by The Body & Dis Fig

The Healer by Sumac

Scope Neglect by Ben Frost

I Saw the TV Glow by Various/Alex G

Maxxxine by Tyler Bates

The Substance by Raffertie

Colour by Material Object

NONAGE by Li Yilei

Delight by Arushi Jain

RECESSED DRAUGHTING by Robert Aiki Aubrey Lowe

NATI INFINITI by Alessandro Cortini

Much Unseen Is Also Here by Lustmord

Mosaic by Fennesz

Generative Etudes Vol 2​.​1 by Matthew Ryals

Nidar Effigy by Althru

MANTRA by Diploid

Cutting the Throat of God by Ulcerate

Emerald Fires Atop The Farewell Mountains by COSMIC PUTREFACTION

The Great Bailout (Deluxe) by Moor Mother

Vajranala by Senyawa

The love it took to leave you by Colin Stetson

Cellophane Memories by Chrystabell & David Lynch

NRTYA by SAICOBAB

Black Blues by Keiji Haino

Disconnect by KRM & KMRU

The Light is Real by Thollem, Terry Riley, Nels Cline

Chytridiomycosis Relinquished by Slimelord

Cool World by Chat Pile

You Could Do It Tonight by Couch Slut

Highly Irresponsible by Better Lovers

The Head As Form​’​d In The Crier​’​s Choir by Sarah Davachi

with my back to the world by Teeth dreams

Chroma by Loscil // Lawrence English

Argot by Passepartout Duo

Farm Psychedelia I & II by eucademix

Placenta by Carlos Niño & Friends

Spectral Evolution by Rafael Toral

Paloma Wind by EVA-MARIA HOUBEN + JOHN HUDAK

Arise in Sinking Feelings by PINKCOURTESYPHONE

September 23rd by William Basinski

Two Verses by Mark Templeton

Outer Spaceways Incorporated : Kronos Quartet & Friends Meet Sun Ra by Red Hot Org

The Copyrite of Spring by Buttress O’Kneel

marked by Klein

Bearings: Soundtracks for the Bardos by Ka Baird

Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree by Various

Black myth wukong by Zhai JinYan

UFO 50 by Eirik Suhrke

Idea Man by David Flemming

Natur by KMRU

Sharqan Hatta Al Maut - 4 by Firas Shehadeh

Harmony / Balance by Ibukun Sunday

Radio Yugawara by Passepartout Duo and Inoyama Land

In - Tran - Situ by babyxxan

Dulcitone 1804 by Nightports w/ Matthew Bourne

The sound of flowers by Daniel O’Toole

Dawn by Raymond Haddad

Horror Vacui by 9T Antiope

Halki pilvien by Tomutonttu

Standstill by Disasterpeace

Challengers by Trent Reznor & Atticus Ross

Nautnir þrj​á​r by Guðmundur Arnalds

Space As An Instrument by Félicia Atkinson

The Itself of Itself by Bass Communion

Instability of the Signal by Simon Fisher Turner

D​Ý​RA by SHHE

Salt And Sugar Look The Same by Tim Koh / Sun An

Aurora Liminalis by William Basinski + Richard Chartier

On Leaving by RICHARD CHARTIER

Lambda by ZULI

Face to Face, Day by Day by ACT!

Endlessness by Nala Sinephro

For Barney, Who Was A Bad Dog, But A Good Boy, And Very Much Loved. by Dekalb Works

Anatomical Heart by Erik Griswold, Chloe Kim, Helen Svoboda

Talitakum by Avalanche Kaito

Giant Beauty by أحمد [Ahmed]

Let Us Descend by Francesco Leali

Peurakaira by Maja S. K. Ratkje/Marte Ingeborg Haltli/Frida Helene Haltli

Turzets by James Rushford

Music For A Bellowing Room by Sarah Davachi and Dicky Bahto

MUNDANAS VII​-​XI by John McCowen

Eleven Fugues For Sodium Pentothal by Adam Wiltzie

Social Engineering by Jan Jelinek

Suite For The Drains by Lisa Lerkenfeldt

Princ​€​ss by Princ€ss

Ataque Mental by Interzona

Crises Trilogy by Darlene

Ag Titim by Anocht

Material by Connor D'Netto

Special mentions (compilations/live albums/reissues)

Disposable Heroes of Hit Em by Various

Blue and yellow through Black and Grey by Various

Special versions - Live at ACCA, Brighton by Colleen

Hear the Machine #4 by serene ailment

Alley of the Sun by Various

Vile Luxury - Redux 1924 (24​-​bit HD audio) by Imperial Triumphant

plexure '24 by plunderphonics

Selected Ambient Works Volume II (Expanded Edition) by Aphex Twin

[thumpypuppy]

what sort of other game soundtracks or composers (especially indies but either way) have inspired your work?

Oh gosh, this is such an amazing question!!!

Personally I (Lindar) have so so so many inspirations because I'm a music lover, I'm 37, and I've been playing video games as far back as I can remember.

So first and foremost I have to give a shout-out to Lena Raine because back in like… 2016(?) I was trying to take my studio to a more professional level and invest in some stuff beyond what just comes with any given DAW, so I reached out to her and she was kind enough to answer my dozens of questions and talk shop with me. She is ultimately why Studio Thumpy Puppy has its current sound. I don't know her personally, but she was an absolute sweetie to me, extremely helpful, and y'all know she writes banger after banger track.

Gotta mention Ben Prunty, who is an absolute legend in indie soundtracks.

Met Disasterpeace at Day of the Devs 2016 along with a bunch of other legends in the scene and what an encouraging sweetheart!

Of course I'm a huge fan of Sadie Greyduck who is one of my composers! Go check out her Bandcamp or look for her on streaming services!

Love me some Darren Korb. Honestly like every Supergiant game has been a banger, but it wouldn't be the same without those soundtracks.

On that note you can't go wrong with Danny Baranowsky. Love me some Necrodancer!

Also y'all gotta check out M Gewehr (MWGewehr on birdsite).

Also gotta mention 2Mello who does amazing work and makes some of the funkiest beats.

Of course if we're talking about 2Mello we gotta mention Hideki Naganuma! UNDERSTAND! UNDERSTAND! THE CONCEPT. OF LOVE!

Oh gosh and then Winifred Phillips does amazing work.

While we're here I know she's not a game composer but go listen to Wendy Carlos!

Then there's like… all of the various people across games like Doom, Quake, Borderlands, etc. Sasha Dikiciyan, Jesper Kyd, Mick Gordon…

Nobuo Uematsu (Final Fantasy), Kiochi Sugiyama (Dragon Quest), Yoko Shimomura (Street Fighter), Takashi Tateishi (MegaMan II), Hip Tanaka (Metroid, Earthbound), Koji Kondo and Toru Minegishi (Legend of Zelda), Daisuke Amaya (Cave Story), Eirik Suhrke (Downwell), Daisuke Ishiwatari (Guilty Gear), the sound team on Sonic Adventure 2, Masato Nakamura (Sonic 2), Brad Buxer et al (Sonic 3&K)…

So let's also take into account that a lot of the game soundtracks that have inspired me over the years are influenced by things that aren't game soundtracks, because those are a relatively recent invention, so we have to talk about how Plantasia by Mort Garson is a direct inspiration for Ocarina of Time and "Dancing Mad" from FF6 is literally just Tarkus from Emerson, Lake & Palmer. A *lot* of early game composers were just prog nerds who listened to like… ELP, King Crimson, Rush, Yes, Magma, Van Der Graaf Generator, Camel, Caravan, Gentle Giant, Soft Machine, Gong… and then also a lot of more popular 80s rock that I'm not gonna list out…

The history of music is absolutely wild and there's so much inspiration out there it's absolutely baffling. Go listen to stuff you've never heard before, analyze it, understand what the appeal and aesthetic is, listen to the last 100 years of the pop charts and then learn where that music came from and who their influences were… go listen to motown! Listen to bebop and jazz and future funk and central Asian folk music and like… get out there and expand your horizons, because like… there's SO MUCH good music out there.

[railheist]

MARIA from UFO 50 (Rail Heist & Grimstone)

"My name's Maria, and that's all you need to know."

You recognize her from wanted posters. She's a notorious outlaw known for her deadly aim.

Train robber turned unlikely hero

Saved by an angel, along with three others

Lives in an alternate version of Texas... in Hell!

Loves her getaway horse, Mister Blue

Presented by UFO SOFT All rights reserved.

[fuzzyfuller]

Devilition Arrangement :))

This is my first time making an arrangement like this :)) And I'm very happy with how it turned out. I had a lot of fun making it even if it isn't like one to one with the original.

(If you want to listen to it on mobile you need to turn your phone ringer on it's a weird website)

[mogwaipoet]

If my calculations are correct this is an 18-sided LP

https://phlogiston.bandcamp.com/album/ufo-50

[govindhtech]

Complete Guide to UFO 50 Release Date and Gameplay

UFO 50 Release date

On September 18, 2024, UFO 50, a colourful compilation of 50 single-player and multiplayer games, crashed or, more accurately, neatly descended atop Steam. UFO 50, created by the same team that brought you Spelunky and Downwell, promises a wealth of gaming experiences for players of all kinds. This article explores the origins, design philosophy, and variety of worlds offered by this unique collection of games, delving deep into it.

Idea and Impacts: A Tributary to the Past with a Contemporary Aspect

The makers of UFO 50 wanted to recapture the magic of 8- and 16-bit games. This collection would integrate new gaming concepts with modern design while evoking nostalgia. The NES and SNES libraries served as a source of inspiration, and developers Derek Yu (Spelunky) and Eirik Suhrke (Downwell) contributed their unique styles to the games.

50 Unusual Occasions: A Variety Buffet

This is no standard collection of mini-games, this is UFO 50. With unique gaming elements, captivating endings, and opening sequences, each of the 50 games offers a complete experience. The collection is remarkably diverse, including genres such as:

Platformers

Take on difficult levels, get past barriers, and become proficient with the tight controls in vintage platforming games.

Shoot ’em Ups

Use various weapons and power-ups to vanquish opponents in these arcade shooters.

Puzzle Games

Creative puzzles will strengthen your logic and problem-solving skills.

Roguelites

Take on dangerous expeditions into randomly generated dungeons, where death is a continuous concern but also presents new opportunities for rewards and challenges with every run.

RPGs

Create your own character, investigate fascinating settings, and take part in titanic battles in short RPG experiences.

There is something in UFO 50 for everyone thanks to its diverse range of genres. A shoot up game is perfect for players looking for a quick adrenaline rush, while a mind-bending puzzle is best for people who prefer cerebral difficulties.

Beyond the Pixels: Collaboration and Art Style

The designers have painstakingly created a pixel art aesthetic that honours the heyday of video game design. Even while the images are definitely outdated, they also have a certain charm and vitality. Every game has a distinct aesthetic style, which highlights the diversity in the set.

Another important component of UFO 50 is collaboration. Mossmouth put together a group of gifted independent developers who each brought their unique perspectives and areas of expertise to the project. The collection that emerges from this collaborative effort is full with unique artistic styles and a wide range of ideas.

An Inaugural Celebration of Independent Spirit

UFO 50 is proof of the inventiveness and enthusiasm of the indie game developer community. In addition to celebrating the distinct character of independent games, the collection creates a sense of community by providing a venue for different developers to display their skills.

Towards the Future: A Prospective Collection

UFO 50 has drawn praise from both reviewers and gamers for its wide range of experiences and dedication to vintage style. The creators have indicated interest in eventually releasing the collection on consoles, even if the first release is concentrated on the  PC via Steam. The collection’s lifetime is further increased by the possibility of more content, whether in the form of digital expansions or post-launch upgrades.

The Final Opinion: Indie Fans Should Not Miss This

More than just a compilation of games, UFO 50 is a celebration of independent creativity and a love letter to the heyday of gaming. UFO 50 offers hours of fun for both casual and die-hard players with its varied options, endearing visuals, and collaborative atmosphere. UFO 50 has a wealth of adventures just waiting to be found, regardless of your level of familiarity with independent gaming.

Critical praise and cult classic status

The goal of making 50 different retro games and the experience of the developers participating may result in positive evaluations and a devoted following. Retro fans may love UFO 50 as a treasured title and as a surprising smash.

Speedrunning and modding communities

Players attempting to beat one other’s times may develop a thriving speedrunning community thanks to the game bite-sized size and variety. Furthermore, people who produce new material for the game through modding may emerge as a result of the open nature of the production process.

Remakes and sequels

Should UFO 50 prove to be a commercial success, there may be plans to recreate some of the collection’s best-loved titles for more contemporary platforms. Additionally, it’s possible that UFO 50’s foundation will be expanded upon in sequels, which would provide an additional selection of unique retro-inspired games.

Educational tool

UFO 50 might be a fun teaching tool for history the game design because of its broad range of genres and retro look. Students could use it to demonstrate how game mechanics and genres have changed throughout time.

Read more on Govindhtech.com

[nerdpiggy]

i dunno why i keep trying to make music when Ripple by Eirik Suhrke already exists. like we as humanity can only go down from here

[fancypantsrecords]

Eirik Suhrke - Spelunky Original Soundtrack | Fangamer | 2018 | Black & Gold Starburst

[tinycartridge]

UFO 50 is an anthology of retro-style games from awesome developers ⊟ 

It’s pretty much what we predicted in the last TinyCast! Coming to PCs early next year (before releasing to other unspecified platforms), UFO 50 is a collection of 8-bit-themed titles directed by the people who brought you games like Spelunky (Derek Yu), Downwell (Ojiri Fumoto), Skorpulac (Eirik Suhrke), Time Barons (Jon Perry), and Madhouse (Paul Hubans).

The Mossmouth-published compilation doesn’t seem to be structured like Retro Game Challenge/Game Center CX-esque, but the titles aren’t unrelated:

“The story of UFO 50 is that the games were all created in the 80's by a fictional company that was obscure but ahead of its time. They're all connected by a unique 32-color palette and other restrictions we decided on to make them feel more authentic.”

As its name implies, the collection includes 50 games, all of which have a single-player mode (a third feature either co-op or competitive multiplayer). While they’re “slightly smaller than commercial 8-bit titles from the 80's”, the games “could easily take over a hundred hours” to complete them all.

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