Revolutionists! 🔥
One of the key ingredients that make games unique is their soundtrack, would you agree?
That's why we've worked on an official Liberté soundtrack that would let our players immerse in the world of Bliss-affected Paris while giving each faction a unique flavor. To provide you with a bit of a sneak peek, let's take a look at the creative process behind the soundtrack and soak in the mysterious vibes of The Tribe 😉
Capturing the essence of The Tribe
The Tribe faction in Liberté is a cultural melting pot, and we wanted the music to reflect this diversity. As a faction pushed to the bottom of the societal hierarchy, Tribesmen nurtured a longing for the lost lands they used to call home. Naturally, we wanted to extract that essence – the nostalgia and yearning to stay true to one's own roots – and channel it into the soundtrack. At the same time, the cabal spirit of The Tribe was equally important, as it served as the element distinguishing Tribesmen from the rest of Paris.
After experimenting with various instruments, our composer Filip Kazimierczak ended up mixing the elan and pride of the Tribe with their rituals and religion. The main theme of the Tribe – entitled A Song Of The Elders – opens doors to a world of mysticism. You'll hear rhythmic drums, elements of electronic music, as well as inspirations drawn from the Middle East and African cultures (like the intriguing daf instrument rooted in the Persian culture). All of that serves one purpose – to set the stage for a toe-tapping good time throughout the game.
Building the Game's Ambiance
We want Liberté's soundtrack to be your trusty sidekick as you embark on your adventure, from various character encounters to pulse-pounding combat situations and even the spine-tingling atmosphere of Bliss. Since we're gamers too, we traced back our favorite scores and ended up listening to ambient mixes from Diablo 2, The Witcher series, but also sci-fi scores such as Returnal or The Last of Us.
One of the challenges was to strike a balance between Bliss and Paris, too. While each faction deserved its own musical language, we needed common ground. However, the Bliss – as an out-of-this-world creation – required a separate brainstorm and approach.
A Symphony of Inspirations
Delving deep into these various inspirations required an open mind – and a fair share of scores we drew from. We explored a wide range of sources, from sci-fi classics like "Alien" to the mesmerizing film scores composed by Trent Reznor & Atticus Ross, Daniel Pemberton, Ben Salisbury & Geoff Barrow, or Michael Abels, as well as revolutionary songs composed during the French Revolution. This eclectic mix of influences has resulted in a soundtrack that is both atmospheric and evocative, perfectly complementing the game's narrative and setting 😀
We hope Liberté's soundtrack will be a joyous part of a fun and immersive gaming experience. By carefully crafting the music to reflect the unique characteristics of each faction and drawing inspiration from a colorful palette of sources, we've created a soundtrack that we simply love and listen to on a daily basis already. So, as you explore the world of Liberté, prepare for a rich and captivating auditory experience!
Until next time!
SuperStatic Team