Play soundtrack
ICJS4 - Altonasphere Submission's itch.io pageResults
| Criteria | Rank | Score* | Raw Score |
| Listenability | #6 | 4.062 | 4.125 |
| Composition | #16 | 3.754 | 3.812 |
| Overall | #19 | 3.459 | 3.513 |
| Melody Impact | #19 | 3.262 | 3.312 |
| Melody Clarity | #20 | 3.508 | 3.562 |
| Correlation to Theme | #44 | 2.708 | 2.750 |
Ranked from 16 ratings. Score is adjusted from raw score by the median number of ratings per game in the jam.
Leave a comment
Log in with itch.io to leave a comment.
Comments
I really like the melody, and the whole track feels beautiful. The overall feel is enchanting, and I like how the intensity and emotion gradually build as the track progresses. It has a very captivating feel to it :)
really love the instrumentation for the melody on this one ICJS4, super well thought out. A really nice track here, my only thought was maybe the melody could've come through a bit more in sections of the mix? great job!
I love this track. You really went for a memorable melody and it works. The track is also a complete whole, with multiple parts, proper buildup and a lot of emotional weight. This is one of the best tracks I've heard so far in the jam!
I'm not sure if I hear a strong correlation to the theme, but you nailed the "melody" aspect of this jam.
Melody Clarity 4/5
It's a clear melody that maybe doesn't breathe quite enough. Sometimes it's good to take a breather and put a rest in your phrases!
Impact 5/5
The melody here is strong, emotional and really goes somewhere which I think is really important. A full story is told through music here.
Composition 5/5
The track is pretty much complete, good flow from intro to the main track, and beautiful high point at the 1:12 mark. I hear nothing wrong with the harmony etc. either
Listenability 5/5
Really loved listening to this!
Correlation to Theme 3/5
Huge props for going for a strong melody, but I have to admit I'm not sure what the overall theme hear is in relation to a weapon.
One of the clear favorites for me. Great job!
While the lack of any description makes it difficult to tie your track to the theme, its emotional buildup makes it great for such a theme. I think the storytelling of your track is its main advantage, and the unexpected acid/techno transition is as great as fun.
I feel like you could make the melody less verbose, especially in the beginning, it would help it make more memorable. If you find yourself struggling with it, I recommend doing variations of a same phrase. Towards the end, I feel like the piano is a but underwhelming for such an impactful motif. It drowns under the other instruments, which is a shame because it is the climax of the track.
Really enjoyed the variety of the sound selection. Though not perfect, it feels refreshing and it's engaging.
Melody clarity 4/5 (sometimes difficult to hear in the mix)
Melody Impact 3/5 (not a melody you'd remember, it's pretty verbose at moments and doesn't develop super clearly)
Composition 5/5
Listenability 4/5 (Some samples where a bit underwhelming, especially the piano)
Correlation to theme 3/5 (no description makes it difficult to give a proper rating)
Just wanted to add that this is amazing for a first submission. Keep up the good work !
Very New-Age kind-of beat... I really like it. Very peaceful! I really like the Violin used, & the Percussion makes the whole thing sound interesting. Then all the Pads, Textures, Choir, sound amazing altogether! Sounds very much like a lullaby, or some ending scene of something.
Very New-Age kind-of beat... I really like it. Very peaceful! I really like the Violin used, & the Percussion makes the whole thing sound interesting. Then all the Pads, Textures, Choir, sound amazing altogether! Sounds very much like a lullaby, or some ending scene of something.
When I close my eyes and listen to this song, it seems like I'm entering a mystical forest, dark, calm, but with a sensation of danger lurking around. But then, it's like I uncover a hidden bush and see a more magical path, with no dangers, that guide me to an Awe view of the great axe in a giant tree in the heart of the mystical forest. Amazing song.