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"Soundtracks-Do They Matter?"

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Wed 25/07/01 at 21:31
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We all argue over whether graphics or gameplay matter the most, or whether games are too long or short, but do we ever really argue about the soundtrack?
In my opinion, a good soundtrack can vastly improve the enjoyment of a game. I am going to give you some examples of this, and perhaps say why soundtracks can be so important.

Firstly, lets compare. I’m going to compare Metal Gear Solid and In Cold Blood-both on PlayStation. One of the reasons I love MGS is the great soundtrack. Why? Well, it always fits the mood of the game, and can really add to the tension and the excitement. For instace, the music in stealth mode is always rather quiet and slow, and can be quite menacing. When you are caught, a very loud alarm sounds, and the music all of a sudden becomes fast and loud.
The music in stealth mode increases the tension a lot, and it can be very surprising when you hear that loud alarm. The music of MGS really improved the overall feel of the game, and helped me to enjoy it much more.

In Cold Blood, or from what I’ve played, hardly has any soundtrack at all. At a couple of points music could be heard, but it was very quiet, and you hardly noticed it. When you weren’t attacking guards, it became very dull, and when you were found, and you were shooting, there was still no change! I mean- the guns sounded bad enough, but there was no exciting music at all! Nothing. Zilch. Jack all. In the end I got very tired of In Cold Blood, and I think it’s one of the most boring games I’ve ever played, to be brutally honest.

In driving games, a decent soundtrack is imperative. Every single Gran Turismo game has a superb soundtrack, and it shows that the makers have put a lot of effort into it. There are many different artists on there, and even though some tracks may not be something you would like to buy, they are perfect for a game like GT3, and it adds to the entertainment. You can sing along while driving a Nissan Castrol Tom’s Supra, or just listen instead of screaming when you spin that Tuscan Speed 12. Again, I believe GT3, and it’s predecessors for that matter, would be a bit more dull without their great soundtracks.

So, how important are soundtracks? More so than gameplay? Probably not. More so than graphics? Maybe. The soundtrack adds to the gameplay, making the game more enjoyable and a little more exciting at times. I would say a good soundtrack is a must in driving games, and very important in most shooters and RPGs.

Thanks for reading, Ant.
Thu 26/07/01 at 01:10
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Veron 4 wrote:
> them scousers from CBFD are the funniest things i have ever seen in
> a computer game

GTA isn't funny, its nasty. Also tere are cool (there you go, a big pile of poo (conker) er thanks)
Thu 26/07/01 at 01:03
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Veron 4 wrote:
> them scousers from CBFD are the funniest things i have ever seen in
> a computer game

You've never seen me play GTA then have you!
Thu 26/07/01 at 01:01
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I don't have CBFD so someone will have to enlighten me!
Thu 26/07/01 at 01:01
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them scousers from CBFD are the funniest things i have ever seen in a computer game
Thu 26/07/01 at 01:00
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i'm berrie in CWF
Thu 26/07/01 at 00:57
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Seifer wrote:
> Fish-e wrote:
> try Seifers hand

I actually live in Suffolk
> and I am a good friend of Bazza from CBFD, we once did over this
> bank once, full of pieces of coloured paper and metal objects. Most
> amount of stuff I've ever nicked!

lol, but in the CWF (conkula.homestead.com) my charaiter ze proffessor is taking on 3 of them!
Thu 26/07/01 at 00:55
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FrEaK Of ThE (mr) DaRk wrote:
> Fish-e wrote:
> try Seifers hand

not any more, mwahahaha

Rule No.1- You can't steal things of a Scouser without gettin a good kickin' Skowse style

Rule No.2- Unless you're black and blue I'm stealing the GBA back offa you`
Thu 26/07/01 at 00:53
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Fish-e wrote:
> try Seifers hand

I actually live in Suffolk and I am a good friend of Bazza from CBFD, we once did over this bank once, full of pieces of coloured paper and metal objects. Most amount of stuff I've ever nicked!
Thu 26/07/01 at 00:53
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Fish-e wrote:
> try Seifers hand

not any more, mwahahaha
Thu 26/07/01 at 00:50
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try Seifers hand

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