This music video by Ithaca Audio celebrates 35 years of video game music by mashing together popular tunes with classic video game themes.
That alone isn't enough to truly make the 'Game Theory' video unique, as there are tons and tons of video game music mashups and themes all over the Internet. However, what if I told you that every one of these tracks was mashed together live using nothing but rewired NES and N64 controllers? The results are impressive as Ithaca Audio mashes classic video game themes from Super Mario Bros, Tetris, GoldenEye, Street Fighter II, Arkanoid, Call of Duty, Grand Theft Auto IV and Final Fantasy VIII with vintage pop themes from ABBA, Michael Jackson, David Bowie, Basement Jaxx and Run DMC. Throw in the familiar hook from the Doctor Who theme, and you've got a video game music mashup for the ages.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Live Mashup Performances
- Opportunity for musicians to create unique live experiences by mashing up different genres and styles with technology.
- Video Game Music Nostalgia
- Create new products or experiences that tap into the nostalgia of classic video game music for a retro-loving audience.
- Controller-based Instrumentation
- Explore the potential for utilizing game controllers as musical instruments, opening up a new avenue for creative expression.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Music Production
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop software or hardware that allows musicians to effortlessly perform live mashups using game controllers.
- Gaming and Entertainment
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate live mashup performances into video games or virtual reality experiences for a unique and immersive audiovisual experience.
- Event Planning and Production
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Offer specialized event services that feature live mashup performances, catering to a niche audience looking for a one-of-a-kind entertainment experience.
