Category: Video Games

Game audio soundtrack breakdown of Final Fantasy VII, produced by a music producer and utilizing music production techniques.

Game Audio | Composing For Games | Final Fantasy VII | Orchestration Breakdown

In this two-part song analysis, Pyramind senior audio producer Brennan Anderson digs into “Opening: Bombing Mission” by Nobuo Uematsu in Final Fantasy VII. He talks about the techniques Nobuo uses to make the piece flow well with the game, as well as how it fits in with the rest of the music in the game.

This is a must-watch for game music enthusiasts, especially fans of Final Fantasy VII.

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Interactive VR audio workshop for beatmaking enthusiasts looking to enhance their skills in mixing and mastering.

Hands-on VR Audio Workshop with G’Audio | Video Recap

On March 21st, we led a hands-on VR audio workshop with G’Audio Lab, a team of experienced sound experts. This three-part video recap includes an intro presentation by Karly Choi, G’Audio Lab’s marketing director, a Pro Tools workshop led by Ixrael Vavalza of G’Audio, and a VR panel moderated by Pyramind’s Greg Gordon.

G’Audio is a spatial audio company dedicated to developing immersive, state-of-the-art audio production software solutions for creative professionals. Combining 3D sound with interactivity, G’Audio’s suite of tools, including Works, Sol and Craft, offer full stereophonic sounds and seamless integration for cinematic VR, 360° video and VR gaming projects.

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A music producer holding a game controller during a beatmaking session, featuring the words "game audio roundup".

Game Audio Roundup | GDC Week

It’s GDC week here in San Francisco, so we thought we’d round up some of our best Game Audio videos for those of you who are curious about designing or programming sounds for games. 

Every year, the Game Developers Conference is held a mere block away from our training facilities, making it easy for students to attend. The event includes several award shows, game-related tutorials and lectures, as well as a huge Expo floor showcasing gaming technology.

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