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| Criteria | Rank | Score* | Raw Score |
| Correlation to theme | #3 | 4.412 | 4.412 |
| Quality | #6 | 4.529 | 4.529 |
| Impression | #6 | 4.353 | 4.353 |
| Overall | #6 | 4.341 | 4.341 |
| Composition | #8 | 4.412 | 4.412 |
| Creativity | #31 | 4.000 | 4.000 |
Ranked from 17 ratings. Score is adjusted from raw score by the median number of ratings per game in the jam.
Description
This is a soundtrack for a story based game or visual novel. I used Logic Pro X for in-the box writing, and Pro Tools for mastering
I also used an AI art generator to create an animated visual novel of sorts to help tell the story with visuals
Message from the artist:
Thanks for listening!
Theme:
Runaway
Picture theme
How does it fit the theme?
The theme “runaway” was the basis for the story I wrote for the game, and the picture informed the characters and setting.
Link(s) of the submission on streaming services
https://youtu.be/iGEcFiFnA9s
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Comments
Breathtaking. I don't know how else to describe it. I love the moods you paint, especially the subtle piano and harp parts, truly magical. Really epic danger theme in Something in the Woods. Kept me on my toes. Thanks for sharing!
Sounds very cinematic and beautiful, loved it :D
Lovely composition, I particularly appreciate the intense parts, especially the Run track. Also love your instrument selection and the way you use them. The AI images are a nice touch too, good job!
thank you!
This is a really beautiful soundtrack! The tracks are cohesive and offer plenty of dramatic as well as somber moments.
I felt the tension in my body uncoil at the major chord resolution around 13:05. I was unknowingly invested in the mood that you set with the music!
Overall I was very impressed. One minor critique is that I had a hard time imagining any game elements here; each piece seems very intentional in length, like cutscenes (or a film) whereas I expect some points in the game where you have the option to explore, rest, or just pause.
Thank you! And that’s a fair criticism tbh. I could have put more effort into making each track seem more functional in the context of a game.
This sounds SOOOO Cinematic and good! If not for a game OST, it sounds like a film score! Using AI generated paintings is a great idea!
Thank you! I imagined it as a pretty linear game, so it definitely came out sounding a bit like a film score.
Family of Runaways: This is a beautiful fugue. I realize from your example that this structure is perfect for an opening theme of an OST because we get the main motif plus variations all at the beginning which sets the listener up well to recognize the theme when it will be re-introduced later. That piano part sounds so stark and distant - such a cool effect to automate the reverb! The echoey fadeout is also a nice transition into the second track.
The Forest: I get a sense of both tension and tranquility from this track which is a seemingly dichotomous pair, but somehow you did it! That clarinet sounds like a live recording. I wish I had access to both your instrument libraries and your talent for making them come to life! Same with the French horns! I am curious as to what the bass drum with all the instruments cutting out represents in your story? It seems to come at a space where my ears want a resolution to the phrase but then I don’t receive it. Definitely a cool effect if that’s what you intended!
Life in the Woods/Something in the Trees: The voice fits this soundscape so well. I love this progression you use- it sounds so uplifting. There’s that beautiful clarinet again- it seems like maybe the clarinet is representing one of the main characters?
Run: Super ominous sound that scared me! This track would instantly turn any cutscene into fear-inducing, hide-under-the-blankets moment. I don’t really want to listen to it again, but I mean that as a compliment because you definitely achieved the response you were seeking with this one!
Tragedy: The use of minor thirds and tritones gives such a strong feeling of loss. I truly feel like this belongs in a cinematic production. You certainly have the talent to produce some amazing emotion-manipulating pieces.
Runaway No Longer: This is a great return to the main motif re-energized. This one makes me realize that the clarinet is intended to be the child and the French horn is like the parent. Was that what you intended? I could feel my heartbeat speeding up with that build-up. Such an impactful climactic moment. Initially I was a little distracted by the clicking sounds from the plucked/hammered string instrument, but in this piece it reminded me of running footsteps so I think that it actually is a great addition to the overall sound.
A Mother: The return of this piano sound is so warm and welcoming following the tension built up in the preceding tracks. Ending on that major chord is such a satisfying conclusion.
Overall: Well done, my friend. This is some masterful work. I am also very impressed by the story you were able to tell not only through the music, but also in the images of the video. Your orchestral skills are something I hope to one day be able to emulate in my writing. Keep up the fantastic work. Thank you for sharing!
Oh wow! This is such a detailed analysis! I’m both Flattered and blown away at how accurate most of this is! There are several details you mentioned that I thought would for sure go unnoticed. The only thing I can’t say was on purpose was the specific instruments representing specific characters in the story. In all honesty, some of my libraries sound better for solos than others, so I end up leaning on those more often. But still, thank you so much for paying such close attention and appreciating even the small things in the music, you’ve absolutely made my day my friend!!!
Wow, really nice musical visual story! I love the art, very abstract but provocative. What generator did you use? The music is also great! It has nice contrast and goes really well with the art. You did a great job in telling the story, thank you for this unique experience!
I’m really glad you enjoyed it! I tried out several AI art generators, but ended up using Starryai, mostly because they had an option to animate the process into a video.
Hi! You have 7 composition. Incredible... My fav is "The Forest" and "Runaway No Longer". Plugins you used are clear. In "The Forest" i felt like i am going to new adventure. In "Life in the Woods/Something in the Trees" like father telling a story to his son. Almost all parts have violin. -i love violin too- And last, in youtube video the drawing and animation used in the video are amazing. Love it. Congratulations for your hard work...
I’m glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for your positive feedback!
the jumpscare around 5:20 got me haha. Very strong composition work! Run is definitely my favorite.
That makes me happy to hear! That was the track I was most nervous about. Thanks for your kind words and feedback:)