Modern Retro Music for Story-Driven Games
I compose retro-styled electronic, industrial, and JRPG-hybrid scores for RPGs, Metroidvanias, Horror, and Adventure games—focused on strong melodic identity, textured synth work, and adaptive systems designed for real gameplay.
- SNES / PS1 / N64 / PS2-inspired sonic identity
- Adaptive music for gameplay & narrative pacing
- FMOD / Wwise-aware delivery
- Fast turnaround & deadline precision
Music that supports worldbuilding, gameplay, and emotional payoff
From exploration cues to boss escalation, I build scores that feel memorable on their own and functional inside the game.
Original Game Scores
Full soundtrack direction for RPGs, Metroidvanias, Horror, and Adventure titles with a focus on melodic identity, atmosphere, pacing, and emotional clarity.
Adaptive Music Design
Vertical layering, exploration-to-combat energy shifts, and implementation-minded structure that moves naturally with player state.
Retro-Hybrid Sound
Classic-console texture fused with industrial synth grit, FM-style tones, sample-based sequencing, and selective orchestral support for modern impact.
Hear the range: Metroidvania atmosphere, JRPG melody, 16-bit drive, and horror tension
Especially suited for games that need atmosphere, identity, and movement between states
Trusted for communication, speed, and music that lands
Bert is such a pleasure to work with! He processes feedback magnificently and created the exact track that I was looking for.
Developer, Crystal Project
Bert is an exceptionally hard working, industrious and collaboratively focused individual whose compositions showcase a strong sense of melody, a wide range of styles and colors, and his love for gaming.
Developer, Something Classic Games
Bert's contributions have helped make RPG Architect a more fully-fledged product—he provided song packs and built the sound effects package, which are now some of the most celebrated resources included.
Developer, RPG Architect
See the process behind the music
I livestream composition sessions every week. 188+ archived sessions showing real-time scoring, sound design, and creative process.
Project tiers built around your game's needs
Every game is different. Here's a general sense of scope to help you plan.
15–30 min OST
Ideal for focused indie titles, short-form games, or studios building a strong sonic identity with a defined scope.
30 min – 1 hr OST
Full soundtrack direction for mid-scope titles with adaptive systems, multiple biomes, and narrative arc.
1–1.5 hr+ OST
Large-scope productions requiring a complete sonic world—full adaptive scoring, implementation support, and extended collaboration.
Need ready-made music packs for smaller projects? Browse the shop on itch.io or join the Patreon for weekly releases.
Need a soundtrack with retro character and modern production weight?
Send over your game, prototype, pitch deck, or mood references and we can talk through sonic direction, scope, and next steps.
Experienced with NDAs, work-for-hire, and unannounced projects. Typical response time: 24–48 hours.
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