CD Projekt Red, the developer of Cyberpunk 2077, has released the Cyberpunk: Edgerunners soundtrack, featuring songs by Franz Ferdinand, Dawid Podsiadło, and others. The soundtrack is available to stream now, with a vinyl release planned for early 2024.
The composers of Cyberpunk 2077, P.T. Adamczyk and Jacek Paciorkowski, discuss how they approached the music for the game. They aimed to capture the essence of the Cyberpunk universe by drawing inspiration from 1980s and 1990s music, including techno and bands like The Prodigy. They wanted to differentiate their score from previous cyberpunk works and make their own mark on the genre.
The composers explain that the score for Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty was developed alongside the game's narrative. They worked closely with the game's director to create music that reflected the relationships and emotions of the characters. The score for Phantom Liberty has a spy thriller feel, with a mix of intense and subtle cues. The composers also collaborated with Dawid Podsiadło, whose voice added vulnerability and masculinity to the soundtrack.
Adamczyk and Paciorkowski discuss the unique aspect of being in-house composers for CD Projekt Red. They express their gratitude for the opportunity to work closely with the development team and be involved in the creative process. They believe that being in-house composers allows for better collaboration and integration of the music into the game.
The soundtracks for Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty and Edgerunners are available to stream now. The composers' unique approach to the music of the Cyberpunk universe has resulted in a score that captures the essence of the game. The vinyl release of the Edgerunners soundtrack is set for early 2024, and preorders are open. Experience the music of Cyberpunk 2077 and immerse yourself in the world of Night City.
