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Gaming Icons Remix Y2K Sounds for New Platformer
16 Sep
Summary
- Soundtrack features a mix of veteran and rising composers.
- It revitalizes the iconic Y2K gaming music styles.
- The game promotes fighting climate change and AI.
The soundtrack for the new rhythmic platformer Denshattack! masterfully revives the distinctive sounds of Y2K gaming, uniting established composers with emerging talent. This 80-track score serves as an ambitious addition to the ongoing legacy of Y2K-era soundtracks, drawing inspiration from genres like futurist dance, funk, hip-hop, and hard rock.
Rising composers like Andrew One and Sean Bialo infuse classic Sega influences with contemporary styles. One's tracks echo Dreamcast scores with K-pop vocals, while Bialo weaves fragments from Saturn and Jet Set Radio into modern techno. Veteran artists, including Namco legend Kohta Takahashi and Harumi Fujita, contribute by reimagining their iconic 16-bit and heavy metal works with updated instrumentation.
Tee Lopes, lauded for his work on Sonic Mania, delivers standout tracks like "Healthy Vandalism" and "Mikan Kingdom," showcasing a blend of jungle, garage, and inventive sampling. The overall soundtrack captures the essence of 1999 while presenting a fresh, 2026-ready product, mirroring the game's innovative approach to tackling modern issues like climate change and AI through retro-inspired gameplay.
