8-Bit Video Game Soundtracks Inspire Crashfaster and Doctor Popular
Chelsea MacMillan — July 23, 2010 — Tech
References: knifetank.bandcamp
8-bit-inspired music is now available on CD to complement your video game soundtrack. Crashfaster and Doctor Popular have composed a full album's worth of chiptune music to supplement the game Knifetank.
You can stream 'Knifetank (The Albumhole)' free online or download individual tracks. The unique video game soundtrack uses the original music scores from the game and remixes them into hip-hop inspired beats.
Implications - Knifetank was inspired by an 'HTML5 game' that is totally nerdtastic. The cover art of the CD shows a picture of an army tank with a big knife attached to the top driving over a pile of skulls. It's definitely kind of creepy! Most of the songs are just over a minute long on the 12-song track.
You can stream 'Knifetank (The Albumhole)' free online or download individual tracks. The unique video game soundtrack uses the original music scores from the game and remixes them into hip-hop inspired beats.
Implications - Knifetank was inspired by an 'HTML5 game' that is totally nerdtastic. The cover art of the CD shows a picture of an army tank with a big knife attached to the top driving over a pile of skulls. It's definitely kind of creepy! Most of the songs are just over a minute long on the 12-song track.
Trend Themes
1. Chiptune Music - Opportunity to create and distribute chiptune music on CDs for nostalgic gamers.
2. Video Game Soundtracks - Opportunity to create and sell video game soundtracks on CDs for fans of retro gaming.
3. Remixed Music - Opportunity to remix original video game scores into new genres for a unique listening experience on CDs.
Industry Implications
1. Music Production - An industry opportunity to produce and distribute chiptune music on CDs for a niche market of gamers.
2. Gaming Merchandise - An industry opportunity to manufacture and sell video game soundtracks on CDs for enthusiasts.
3. Music Streaming - An industry opportunity to provide streaming services for remixed video game soundtracks on CDs, catering to a retro gaming audience.
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