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[-Skorpious-]

 I was reading an article on Kotaku a moment ago, and came across an interesting quote -

*the article is describing the vibe and composition of Deus Ex's soundtrack* 

"The UNATCO Theme is so terrific that I wish it played every time I entered my apartment. It's like the best parts of Harold Faltermeyer's "Axel F" combined with something out of Crusader: No Remorse. I truly miss that kind of synthy sci-fi goodness. Frozen Synapse channels Brandon's score to great effect, but I haven't heard anything like that in a AAA release since the first Mass Effect. And as I've frequently lamented, that game's sequel made the unfortunate, predicable move towards Hollywood orchestration and lost a lot of its charm along the way." Kirk Hamilton

And you know what? He is right. Sure, I have always preferred Mass Effect's synthesized vibe over ME2's blockbuster approach to an OST, but I never took the time to reflect on how much atmopshere was [i]truly lost when the decision to incorporate a more modern soundtrack was made. 

At the end of the day, when a friend asks me what my favorite videogame series is, or to describe a particularly fond moment I've had gaming, I now realize that I am constantly remembering one distinct detail whenever such questions are asked - Mass Effect's soundtrack.  The soundtrack truly brings the universe alive - tracks such as the Presidium, Citadel Security, Noveria, the Normandy, uncharted worlds, Vigil ect - these pieces have had such a momumental impact on my experience with the series, and it is sad that none of ME2's tracks (the suicide mission theme included) have had a lasting impression on me. 

Anybody else feel this way? Anbody else hope that Mansell will draw inspiration from ME's classic sci-fi samples rather than ME2's cinematic themes? 

Modifié par -Skorpious-, 18 août 2011 - 12:50 .

[shepskisaac]

-Skorpious- wrote...

 Anbody else hope that Mansell will draw inspiration from ME's classic sci-fi samples rather than ME2's cinematic themes?

Watch Moon and you'll know what the music in ME3 will be like (hint: absolutely stellar) I'm not worried in a bit. Mansell's amazing!

Modifié par IsaacShep, 18 août 2011 - 12:45 .

[Fiery Phoenix]

All I know is ME2 lost the magic and epicness that made ME1 feel like an experience and not just another game.

[SNascimento]

ME2's soundtrack is miles ahead of ME1's.
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I still listen to the suicide mission... this track is just outstanding.

[ruleonecardio]

I too prefer the OST of the first game. Also, the end credit song on Mass Effect, M4 Part II by the Faunts, was so awesome. PERFECT ending song imo.

[Dionkey]

ME2 only improved on the combat and presentation, everything else was worse.

[Meshaber]

Both soundtracks have their qualities. Overall ME1 is better, but ME2 has suicide mission. And a whole bunch of others.

ME1: Better concept

ME2: Better execution

Hell, come to think of it that applies to a lot more than just the soundtrack.

[Elvis_Mazur]

I still prefer Mass Effect 2's soundtrack. His opinion matters nothing for me.

[Pockles]

Never really considered it. OP makes an excellent point. The music on Therum (I think it was Therum) that played as I was killing Geth made that damn mission.

[-Skorpious-]

Pockles wrote...

Never really considered it. OP makes an excellent point. The music on Therum (I think it was Therum) that played as I was killing Geth made that damn mission.

You mean this track? 

Easily my favorite combat theme in all of the Mass Effect games. 

[Ianamus]

I agree completely, OP. Walking around the Presidium for the first time in ME1 and hearing the very traditionally sci-fi music really pulled me into the universe, I think it also took me back to the KotOR games I played when I was young, in a nostalgic sort of way.

While I liked the suicide mission theme and parts of Legion's the music in ME2 was very mediocre overall. The Afterlife music was good, but it wasn't an original piece for the game. And never once did I feel that the music pulled me into the Sci-fi universe.

The Presidium music, Virmire's music, Therum's music, these made the area's for me. There was nothing like that in ME2.

Modifié par EJ107, 18 août 2011 - 01:13 .

[Pockles]

-Skorpious- wrote...

Pockles wrote...

Never really considered it. OP makes an excellent point. The music on Therum (I think it was Therum) that played as I was killing Geth made that damn mission.

You mean this track? 

Easily my favorite combat theme in all of the Mass Effect games. 

Oh baby.

[Dark_Caduceus]

I think the music in ME1 really made it feel more conceptual, they really took a great deal of interesting concepts and design cues to make the game have a powerful atmosphere. 70's style/modernist designs in the technology, minimalist sound design, space operaesque plot and setting...

[marshalleck]

I too prefer ME1 soundtrack generally...though truth be told, I think the music in Arrival is about perfect for Mass Effect. It has the heavy electronic instrumentation of ME1, with fully realized musical themes and compositions, which while very interesting in ME1, were often way too short and undeveloped.

I'm very much looking forward to Mansell's work. It should be very evocative and add an emotional depth that has been somewhat lacking. That said, I don't think his style will be a return to ME1 or Arrival, but it will be leagues better than the Hollywood blockbuster vibe of ME2.

And lest anyone think I completely hate ME2 OST, I don't. It's very good! Just its moments of brilliance are few and far between, liberally interspersed with unimaginative pieces-- Suicide Mission being probably the most salient example of utterly generic tripe.

Modifié par marshalleck, 18 août 2011 - 01:17 .

[KotorEffect3]

Here we go again

[marshalleck]

KotorEffect3 wrote...

Here we go again

Maybe you'd prefer more whining about BlondeShep, or another Collector Base decision thread?

[Savber100]

*shrug*

I won't mind a mix of both styles in ME3. I enjoyed themes like Vigil, Therum, Spectre Induction but loved the Suicide Mission, LOSTB, Overlord, Tali, Normandy Reborn, and Lazarus OSTs from ME2 better.

Modifié par Savber100, 18 août 2011 - 01:20 .

[Rivercurse]

SNascimento wrote...

ME2's soundtrack is miles ahead of ME1's.
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I still listen to the suicide mission... this track is just outstanding.

I still listen to the SM theme, but I also still listen to Virmire Ride.

Both soundtracks have their good and bad points, and I have faith in Mansell to deliver the same again.  I dunno why people seem to be so worried about ME3's soundtrack.  This guy's record is awesome to date.

[-Skorpious-]

marshalleck wrote...

I too prefer ME1 soundtrack generally...though truth be told, I think the music in Arrival is about perfect for Mass Effect. It has the heavy electronic instrumentation of ME1, with fully realized musical themes and compositions, which while very interesting in ME1, were often way too short and undeveloped.

I'm very much looking forward to Mansell's work. It should be very evocative and add an emotional depth that has been somewhat lacking. That said, I don't think his style will be a return to ME1 or Arrival, but it will be leagues better than the Hollywood blockbuster vibe of ME2.

And lest anyone think I completely hate ME2 OST, I don't. It's very good! Just its moments of brilliance are few and far between, liberally interspersed with unimaginative pieces-- Suicide Mission being probably the most salient example of utterly generic tripe.

I always thought I was alone in thinking Arrival had the best soundtrack in the ME2 DLC's. In fact, Arrival is my favorite DLC not only because it directly bridges the gap between ME2 and ME3, but also because it reminded me of the original Mass Effect so damn much. 

[Walker White]

I used to feel that way, but I know I find myself listening to the ME2 soundtrack (particularly the Combat special soundtrack) a lot more than the ME1 soundtrack these days. The ME1 soundtrack got old to me and did not have as much staying power. The ME2 soundtrack started out weaker at first, but then it grew on me; it keeps going and going and going.

[Fiery Phoenix]

Marsh is correct; Arrival's soundtrack was amazing.

[-Skorpious-]

KotorEffect3 wrote...

Here we go again

In case I haven't made it clear, I am not trashing ME2's OST. It had its moments, but they were relatively few in number compared to ME's atmospheric vibes (in my opinion). 

Modifié par -Skorpious-, 18 août 2011 - 01:24 .

[SNascimento]

But that fact is that Clint Mansell's work > Both ME1 and ME2.
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He composing ME3's soundtrack still the best news I've heard about the third game. There is not telling how awesome it will be.

[KotorEffect3]

marshalleck wrote...

KotorEffect3 wrote...

Here we go again

Maybe you'd prefer more whining about BlondeShep, or another Collector Base decision thread?

I would prefer it if people appreciated both games.