CD Projekt Red, Netflix, and Milan Records Release Cyberpunk: Edgerunners Soundtrack
Cyberpunk 2077 developer CD Projekt Red, Netflix, and Milan Records have released the highly anticipated Cyberpunk: Edgerunners soundtrack. The soundtrack features the theme song “This Fire” by Franz Ferdinand, as well as “Let You Down” by Dawid Podsiadło and other songs composed by Akira Yamaoka, Marcin Przybyłowicz, and P.T. Adamczyk. The soundtrack is available to stream now, with a vinyl release planned for early 2024.
Phantom Liberty Soundtrack and Deluxe Edition Released
The release of the Edgerunners soundtrack follows the launch of Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty last month. Alongside the game, CD Projekt Red also released the standard edition and Deluxe Edition of the Phantom Liberty score. Fans can listen to the deluxe soundtrack here, and the Edgerunners soundtrack here.
CDPR Composers Discuss Music Creation for Cyberpunk 2077 Universe
In an exclusive interview with CD Projekt Red composers P.T. Adamczyk and Jacek Paciorkowski, they provide insights into the process of creating the music for the Cyberpunk 2077 universe. Adamczyk explains that they aimed to capture the essence of the 1980s music heavily associated with Cyberpunk and bring it to the 1990s. The team drew inspiration from artists like The Prodigy and Europe’s techno scene. They wanted to make their mark on the genre and differentiate their music from previous cyberpunk works.
The Development of the Phantom Liberty Score
The process for developing the score for Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty was different from the base game. The music team worked closely with the game’s narrative director, Igor Sarzynski, who provided the entire storyline for Phantom Liberty. This allowed them to focus on the relationship between the characters Reed and Somi, which became the foundation for the score. The team wanted to emphasize the “cold sense of tragedy” between the characters and portray their complicated past.
Creating the Spy Thriller Atmosphere
Paciorkowski explains that creating the spy thriller aspect of the Phantom Liberty score was relatively easy due to the foundation set by Adamczyk and the team. For him, the Phantom Liberty theme song, “Phantom Liberty” by Dawid Podsiadło, embodies the spy thriller genre with a Cyberpunk twist. However, Paciorkowski did not approach the composition with a specific spy thriller sound in mind. Instead, he focused on the characters’ relationships and wrote music that reflected their emotions.
Music Composition for Phantom Liberty Characters
The composers also discuss their approach to composing music for specific characters in Phantom Liberty. Paciorkowski concentrated on creating gravitas and greediness in the music for the character Kurt Hansen, who is portrayed as a thug. For President Rosalind Myers, Paciorkowski aimed to convey a sense of uncertainty, as she is a character with good intentions but is not entirely trustworthy. The score was tailored to capture the nuances of each character and enhance their presence on-screen.
Integration of Cyberpunk 2077 Music in Edgerunners
The music team, including Akira Yamaoka, collaborated to create the score for Cyberpunk: Edgerunners while incorporating cues from the base game. Adamczyk explains that the goal was to keep the identity of the IP intact and present their unique take on the Cyberpunk genre. By using cues from the base game, they aimed to establish the CD Projekt Red version of Cyberpunk’s sound.
The Advantage of In-House Composers
Adamczyk and Paciorkowski discuss the benefits of being in-house composers for CD Projekt Red. They mention that working closely with the development team allows them to have a deeper understanding of the game’s narrative and make more informed decisions about the music. The collaborative environment nurtures creativity and ensures that the music seamlessly integrates with the overall gaming experience.
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The standard and deluxe editions of Phantom Liberty’s soundtrack can be streamed now. The Edgerunners soundtrack is also available for streaming, and preorders for the vinyl release in early 2024 are open.
About Phantom Liberty and Cyberpunk 2077;
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If you haven’t played Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty yet, be sure to check out the reviews to see what others are saying about the game. And if you’re a fan of the Cyberpunk universe, there are more exciting projects in the works, including a live-action series.
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P.T. Adamczyk and Jacek Paciorkowski express their gratitude for the opportunity to work as in-house composers at CD Projekt Red. They appreciate the collaborative environment and the ability to contribute to the game’s overall experience. They believe that being in-house composers allows them to create music that is deeply integrated into the fabric of the game.