Mack Enns
Understanding Game Scoring: The Evolution of Compositional Practice for and through Gaming
Understanding Game Scoring: The Evolution of Compositional Practice for and through Gaming
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Understanding Game Scoring explores the unique collaboration between gameplay and composition in musical scoring for video games, using case studies to highlight the musical flexibility, user interactivity, and sound programming that make game scoring distinct from traditional composition. It is recommended reading for students and researchers interested in the composition and production of video game scores.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 148 pages
Publication date: 22 November 2021
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
Understanding Game Scoring delves into the intricate interplay between gameplay and composition that shapes the musical scoring of video games. Through a comprehensive array of case studies spanning the legacy of classic video games, this book sheds light on the remarkable musical adaptability, user interactivity, and sound programming that distinguish game scoring from traditional forms of composition. Author Mack Enns examines the collaborative process between game scorers and players in creating the final score for a game, showcasing examples such as the Nintendo Entertainment System's sound hardware configuration and iconic game scores, including the timeless compositions of Super Mario Bros. (1985) and The Legend of Zelda (1986). This book serves as a valuable resource for students and researchers interested in the composition and production of video game scores, as well as those intrigued by the intersection of music and gaming.
Weight: 366g
Dimension: 174 x 245 x 11 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367492816
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