Playstation
"Big Bang"
Anthem launch film for the PlayStation Classic, chronicling the evolution of gaming through the PS1 era.
Through sound design, music edit, sonic research/sourcing, and mix, an authentic PS1 world was recreated in all its low-fi glory.
BTS ↓
The intro Big Bang moment concealed a sonic Easter egg: an homage to the classic PlayStation 1 boot-up sound.
The narrator's vocal treatment drew inspiration from the 'voice of god' of divine characters found in 90s anime, whose voices conveyed an omnipresent and commanding presence.
To revive iconic sonic moments (e.g. Rayman 'Yaahoo!', Tekken 'K.O.', Toshinden sword 'SCHWINNNG'), audio needed to be extensively researched and carefully sourced.
For less sonically recognizable moments, (e.g. Metal Gear Solid bazooka blasts, Ridge Racer spiral), we either enhanced the original sounds with punchier elements or meticulously crafted them from scratch to prioritize excitement and impact over strict accuracy.
Role: music edit, sound design, mix
Client: Playstation
Agency: BBH
Design & Direction: Buck
Audio Studio: Antfood
Music: "Block Rockin' Beats" by the Chemical Brothers
Playstation
"Big Bang"
Anthem launch film for the PlayStation Classic, chronicling the evolution of gaming through the PS1 era.
Through sound design, music edit, sonic research/sourcing, and mix, an authentic PS1 world was recreated in all its low-fi glory.
BTS ↓
The intro Big Bang moment concealed a sonic Easter egg: an homage to the classic PlayStation 1 boot-up sound.
The narrator's vocal treatment drew inspiration from the 'voice of god' of divine characters found in 90s anime, whose voices conveyed an omnipresent and commanding presence.
To revive iconic sonic moments (e.g. Rayman 'Yaahoo!', Tekken 'K.O.', Toshinden sword 'SCHWINNNG'), audio needed to be extensively researched and carefully sourced.
For less sonically recognizable moments, (e.g. Metal Gear Solid bazooka blasts, Ridge Racer spiral), we either enhanced the original sounds with punchier elements or meticulously crafted them from scratch to prioritize excitement and impact over strict accuracy.
Role: music edit, sound design, mix
Client: Playstation
Agency: BBH
Design & Direction: Buck
Audio Studio: Antfood
Music: "Block Rockin' Beats" by the Chemical Brothers