The Sound and Music of 'Hyper Light Drifter' [video]

A GDC Vault session features composer Rich Vreeland (Disasterpeace) and sound designer Akash Thakkar discussing the creation of the acclaimed audio design in Hyper Light Drifter, which took three years and countless revisions to develop its distinctive neon soundscape. The presentation offers behind-the-scenes insights into how the game's unique audio language was crafted and demonstrates how creators can achieve emotional impact through sound design in their projects.