retro video game music Archives

Arcade Runner – iOS Game

Game: Arcade Runner
Developer: Realmac Software / Daniel Counsell
Website: realmacsoftware.com
Retailers: iTunes

Arcade Runner is a fast paced minimal style game with a gloriously 80’s soundtrack. Help Cubie run and jump his way to safety, but watch out for those dastardly enemies along the way.

One-tap easy-to-learn controls. Clean minimal visuals and addictive gameplay.

Easy to pick-up, hard to master.

Contribution:

Composed soundtrack
Produced synthetic in-game sound effects

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vU2B5UecMPU&feature=emb_title

Game Advertisement

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8i-sCkr3IZE

Gameplay Footage

Description, music, video, and images are the property of Dan Counsell.
Visit dancounsell.com/games/arcaderunner for more information.

Spike (Remix)

Spike (Remix)
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“Spike (Remix)” is a hyped-up remix of my original, Spike, which was composed for Dan Counsel’s iOS hit Almost Impossible! The remix features the same melodies but alters the timbre of the lead instrument. It features new harmonies, a hip-hop style opening, a jazzy house section, and more.

The song is available for commercial licensing and would suit video games, podcasts, films, advertisements, and other multimedia that could use a techy, modern sound.

Clone Lab

Clone Lab
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“Clone Lab” is a stirring, adventurous 8-bit soundtrack. Consisting of a loopable, rousing magical 8-bit melody, it was written to be used in retro-inspired video games that wish to rouse the player into action.

Its dramatic feel has a lot in common with music from the early Fire Emblem titles, making it perfect for any video game in which you want to create an epic yet understated feel.

8-Bit Love (Loop Set)

8-Bit Love (Loop Set)
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“8-Bit Love” is a bouncy, upbeat and energetic soundtrack written in the 8-bit/chiptune style. It features a pulsing, upbeat tempo and a catchy melody.

It would be a great piece to use as title screen or level music for any retro-inspired game with a futuristic and adventurous feel. It was specifically inspired by the music in such classic games as Sonic the Hedgehog and F-Zero, making it ideal for games with a similar high-octane design.

8 Ball

8 Ball
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“8-Ball” is a chill, electronic music track featuring retro synthesizers and hip-hop influence. The melody features a square synth that is reminiscent of titles from the original Nintendo Entertainment System. This track would be a fitting accompaniment for a retro video games and related films and advertisements.

Binary (Loop)

Binary (Loop)
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“Binary” is a loopable video game score composed for use as final stage, or boss, music. The mood is intense and somber, allowing the soundtrack to add tension the scene it may accompany.

There are randomized notes speckled throughout the soundtrack that represent floating embers, or digital binary code, which inspired the track’s name. The instrumentation is solely 8-bit/chiptune and was composed with YMCK’s Magical 8-bit synthesizer.

Ancient Hills (Loop)

Ancient Hills (Loop)
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“Ancient Hills” is a seamlessly loopable, 8-bit/chiptune, adventure soundtrack that resembles music from the Final Fantasy video game series originating on the Nintendo Entertainment System.

The music aims to emulate an orchestra and emits a distinct, worldly style, most resembling music of the Middle East. This soundtrack is heavily layered and heavy in context. It suit a dark, or intense, atmosphere.

Helix Outro

Helix Outro
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“Helix Outro” is an 8-bit/chiptune, uptempo intro/outro with a button ending. The soundtrack reflects the musical style of the original Nintendo Entertainment System was composed with YMCK’s Magical 8-Bit Synthesizer.

This short soundtrack could be used as the intro/outro to a video game related show or podcast, or to denote an achievement in a video game.

The River (Loop)

The River (Loop)
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“The River” is an 8-bit/chiptune style, adventure soundtrack. It was written for use in retro themed video games and features an uptempo beat and repetitive motif, with shifting underlying harmonies.

This soundtrack resembles music from the original Nintendo Entertainment System, more specifically, from the the Mega Man series. This would be a great underscore for any retro game that embodies 8-bit graphics and an adventurous landscape.

N2O

N2O
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“N2O” is a high adrenaline, loopable dance track, featuring a thumping bass drum and layered synths. A catchy melody and sweeping arpeggios create an exciting texture.

This soundtrack is the perfect accompaniment for films, advertisements, and video games featuring content particularly related to action, racing, and cars. Similar soundtracks may be found in games like Need For Speed and Wipeout XL, as well as films such as The Fast And The Furious.

World Cup

World Cup
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“World Cup” is a Nintendo-esque, chip tune theme. Similar to Super Mario Bros music. The song was initially written for use in a nostalgic 8-bit world cup soccer game and is now available to license for other projects!

If your production requires that old-school, nintendo feel, the soundtrack is vital. This song will certainly provide authenticity and class!