Realtime vehicle audio simulation is one of the trickiest implementation challenges and definitely has the most moving parts. While most agree on the complexity and necessity for special handling when it comes to vehicle sound, the approaches can vary widely. From recording techniques to tools and implementation, Track Time Audio has been providing a resource for enthusiasts … [Read more...]
MPR Top Score – “an in-depth listen to video game music and talks with the people who make it”
The line between music and sound can sometimes be incredibly thin, and so I think it is worth noting the recently launched Minnesota Public Radio series of interviews with video game music composers that exposes some of the process and insight behind the scenes presented in tersely edited podcast format. The series provides some great background on game music in general as well … [Read more...]
Develop – Sound Advice May 2011
This months Develop magazine includes a diverse cross section of game audio related articles as part of it's Sound Advice column. Organizing orchestra's, Convolution Reverb, and Social Sound Design are just a few of the topics covered in their web publication. Jump to page 34 for the intro: Develop - Issue 116 - May 2011 Thanks to @stomp224 via #gameaudio at twitter. … [Read more...]
IGDATC Presentation: Footstep and Movement Sound
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uyLSbX0vYX4[/youtube] Since embarking on my informal game sound study of footsteps and movement sound, things have continued to develop in a remarkable way. What started casually, quickly spiraled into a lengthy debate involving many people and uncovering some interesting patterns. I recently reprised a presentation I gave at GDC this … [Read more...]
Mixing for Games – AMPS Panel Discussion
Audio Director Paul Weir shares a recording of a recent informal panel discussion on Mixing for Games held as part of the Association of Motion Picture Sound (AMPS). Through AMPS (The Association of Motion Picture Sound) we had an informal panel discussion covering the common issues regarding mixing for games. The event brought together game and film audio people and topics … [Read more...]
Audio Implementation Greats #10: Made for the Metronome
[Written by Damian Kastbauer for Designing Sound] If you talk to anyone in game audio today about successful tempo synced synergy between music and sound effects it wont take long for your discussion to end up at REZ and the work of Tetsuya Mizuguchi. The quintessential poster boy for synesthesia in video games and a stunning example of overt spontaneous interactive music … [Read more...]
Audio Implementation Greats #9: Ghost Recon Advanced Warfighter 2 Multiplayer: Dynamic Wind System
When embarking on a sequel to one of the premier tactical shooters of the current generation, the Audio team at Red Storm Entertainment, A division of Ubisoft Entertainment, knew that they needed to continue shaping the player experience by further conveying the impression of a reactive and tangible world in Ghost Recon Advanced Warfighter 2 Multiplayer. With a constant focus … [Read more...]