Jason Graves composing original score for Aliens RPG

 

August 15th, 2008 - Obsidian Entertainment has signed Jason for their new Aliens RPG. Instilled with the action of Cameron's "Aliens" and the terror of Scott's original "Alien," Obsidian's next original RPG takes players to the heart of science fiction horror.

 

 

He is also doing OEI's Alpha Protocol and EA's Dead Space.

Hmm, good choice. Especially some of the Blacksite tracks sound very reminiscent to Aliens.

So wait, what happened to Alex Brandon?

Alex is still our audio director.

Ah. So is this Graves character doing all the music or is he sharing duties, or is he composing select pieces (the theme, say)?

hmmmmmmm I was curious how OEI wanted music wise for Aliens RPG. I was hoping for something much more dark and ambient (Say Lustmord + Penderecki). Or even an Elliot Goldenthal type score (Alien 3), maybe even Christopher Young (Hellraiser 2). It seems they want a more "action movie" type soundtrack, which is fine. (Based on the music from Jason Graves site). A bit disappointing. But perhaps the scored music will be quite dark and fit the game perfectly. I can hope.

http://www.talkxbox.com/article2701.html

 

Game Not Over: Obsidian Working on Aliens Game

Added 09/16/2008 by MonjiO

 

This news is hot off the Austin GDC floor so grab it while it's hot, readers. Obsidian Entertainment (developers for Knights of the Old Republic 2, Neverwinter Nights 2, and Alpha Protocol) are hard at work on an RPG using the Aliens license. The game is being written by the writer of Icewind Dale 2, among other games, and the tile will see a full unveiling later this year.

 

The game is in development on an engine developed by Obsdian and will feature real time squad based combat. We're in the process of lining up more extensive coverage, so expect to hear more about this as it develops.

 

There is nothing we are ignorant of.

****, I had no idea!

"...will see a full unveiling later this year."

 

I like that.

Good to hear that we'll get news by the end of the year. I can't wait.

http://baby-goat.livejournal.com/251809.html

 

promotion

 

So here's some exciting (to me) news: I just got promoted. It's actually the first real promotion I've had in about eight years since I've been a lead designer off and on since late 2000.

 

To be honest, I was pretty surprised by it since the position is a new one at Obsidian: project director. It can sort of be thought of as the "Lead of Leads", but it's more like the official vision-holder and overall driver of the project. It's kind of what I was doing before anyway, but now I'm actually supposed to be doing it.

 

Congrats, Mr. Sawyer.

Judging from some of his posts such as his guide on mod-making, He seems to be pretty good at resource management, so, probably, it's just high time.

 

In any case, congrats.

Gratz. Looks like your bike collection will expand from the new bonus

http://baby-goat.livejournal.com/251809.html

 

promotion

 

So here's some exciting (to me) news: I just got promoted. It's actually the first real promotion I've had in about eight years since I've been a lead designer off and on since late 2000.

 

To be honest, I was pretty surprised by it since the position is a new one at Obsidian: project director. It can sort of be thought of as the "Lead of Leads", but it's more like the official vision-holder and overall driver of the project. It's kind of what I was doing before anyway, but now I'm actually supposed to be doing it.

 

Congrats, Mr. Sawyer.

So, it's now official. He is the guy that gets to the point and cuts through endless, pointless discussions

 

Congratulations >_

Sucking up pays off after a while.

I wish you guys could understand

 

the ownage

 

that is flowing forth from this game.

 

I cannot wait to welcome you... to the OWN ZONE.

The power is in your hands to lead us into the OWN ZONE!

 

We are ready for the challenge!

Should I wear sunglasses or a welding helmet or something when I first put the game in?

The power is in your hands to lead us into the OWN ZONE!

 

We are ready for the challenge!

 

I'm not sure I am.

 

I think I'm going to be owned in the own zone.

 

Should I wear sunglasses or a welding helmet or something when I first put the game in?

You could wear a reliquary over a Kevlar vest and you would still not be protected.

Condoms

Should I wear sunglasses or a welding helmet or something when I first put the game in?

You could wear a reliquary over a Kevlar vest and you would still not be protected.

 

Those reliquary sellers lied to me!

Should I wear sunglasses or a welding helmet or something when I first put the game in?

You could wear a reliquary over a Kevlar vest and you would still not be protected.

 

Okay... I'm thinking a paste made from the ground bones of saints, and the tears of succubi, all over my face, and drink down a draught of deer musk.

 

Now what was this about needing protection?

Should I wear sunglasses or a welding helmet or something when I first put the game in?

The Goggles do nothing.

I'm ready, man, check it out. I am the ultimate badass! State of the badass art! You do NOT wanna **** with me. Check it out! Hey Aram, don't worry. Me and my squad of ultimate badasses will protect you! Check it out! Independently targeting particle beam phalanx. Vwap! Fry half a city with this puppy. We got tactical smart missiles, phase-plasma pulse rifles, RPGs, we got sonic electronic ball breakers! We got nukes, we got knives, sharp sticks...

Knock it off, J.E.