Shadow of the Colossus: the Importance of Music
How important is music in games? Can it tell a story? The answer, in fact, is positive!
How important is music in games? Can it tell a story? The answer, in fact, is positive! Let’s take Shadow of the Colossus, for example. One of keys to the game’s success is its soundtrack and you can’t argue that. The Writing on Games channel has a new video that explains the importance of Kow Otani’s music and shows how the soundtrack teamed up with the Colossus’ story.
Arguably one of the most significant aspects of Shadow of the Colossus’ legacy is its simple but profound story. In this episode of Writing on Games, I want to examine why Kow Otani’s genius soundtrack might be at the center of it all.
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