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A jam submission

The Equinox of LifeView project page

Submitted by MORGVN — 3 days, 20 hours before the deadline
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Results

CriteriaRankScore*Raw Score
Creativity#863.4213.421
Quality#913.4743.474
Impression#1053.2113.211
Overall#1163.2323.232
Correlation to theme#1183.0533.053
Composition#1263.0003.000

Ranked from 19 ratings. Score is adjusted from raw score by the median number of ratings per game in the jam.

Description
I used FL Studio 21 to compose the songs, its half ambient and half-action oriented classical fusion rock songs. Each song represents a hurdle the main character overcomes.

Theme:

Tick Tock...

How does it fit the theme?
This fits the theme because it tells the story of an older man, running out of time, unknowing to him. The ruling God of this universe is going to reset time and has to do so by cruel means. She rose to Godhood, much of this shrouded in history and told through religious texts. The entire universe essentially revolves around the concept of time, as the God rules over it. There is a constant cycle of life and death, so living only means so much to the inhabitants of the in-game universe.

Link(s) of the submission on streaming services
https://soundcloud.com/duxies/sets/the-equinox-of-life/s-LhSr9ECI4V2?si=e03e6957...

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Comments

Submitted(+1)

I've made this comment on a couple other OSTs in this jam, but I think it bears repeating: When viewed as VGM, these longer tracks that pull their variations out like taffy are very welcome, as they'll take the experience of playing the game and make it more pleasurable. So I have to try and judge these in the context of how they would actually fit into a game, and in that context, I think these tracks work very well. The overall feel of the album is that it would work for a game with a strong cinematic flavor.

Submitted(+1)

Tempus Fugit: The overall sound of this track feels like an ambient clocktower theme near the ocean. It’s a very dark and intriguing sound. I imagine a world like the Ruined Kingdom in Mario Odyssey.

Land of the Gods: This is an impressive track that has a primal sound that is booth relaxing and powerful. These strings are heavenly sounding which is appropriate for the theme you describe. I like how there are different sections that seem to describe different parts of the Land each with a unique perspective.

An Angel’s Advice: The wavering tone and eerie fluttery tones make me wonder what kind of angel this is - helpful or devious? This feels reminiscent of the otherworldly suspense that I’ve heard in Metroid-style music.

Gerascophobia: Using monophonic voices gives an ominous sound. I love the drums when they enter which give some sense to the odd time signatures you use. This rhythm is cool!

Sugar Rush Dreamscape: There is a sweeter quality to this track. The fade out and switch off at the end is very clever and is a good transition back to the dark ambience!

Sic Labitur Aetas: The dark ambience with vinyl crackles gives your OST  a foreboding and grim ending. I love the end with the reverse clock tower bell.

Overall: You have done a great job building the atmosphere of your world and game with the dark sounds and chilling textures. Good job and thank you for sharing!

Submitted(+1)

After the first 3 songs, the beginning of 'Gerascophobia' was a bit jarring but I got used to it quickly. The ambiance is effective, really fits what you describe. The noise/crackles, coupled with the dissonance of faint droning instruments, really conveyed the power of a sacred being. I loved all the tracks with the aforementioned vibe!

Submitted(+1)

The concept for the religious related ideas is really cool, I always think its so cool and creepy that everything could be out of your control, and you don't know. The tracks also really fit this idea, and have such a creepy and larger than life feel. Great stuff!

Submitted(+1)

I really like the deep, dark soundscapes in the initial and final tracks. I was a bit lost in the more fast-paced tracks in the middle, but I guess if they belong to a more action part of the game, that would make sense. Beautiful OST :)

Submitted(+1)

Excellent ambient work! I left a couple of soundcloud comments too. Your songs reminded me of several cool things. I enjoyed listening, thanks!! 

Submitted(+1)

With many of these tracks You paint a very interseting soundscape that makes me want to see the game and explore the game together with the music. Moving from abstract compositions to more melodic and harmonic passages - cool!

Submitted(+1)

Love the esthetic! 

Submitted(+1)

Really enjoyed the liberal use of modulation (very much my jam) and ethereal washes. Great job!

Developer

Thanks a lot for the feedback! I really appreciate it<3