Game composer · Atlanta, GA
Music to make your game come alive
I'm Desertanu, a game composer with a deep love for acoustic instruments, melodic tunes, and musical storytelling. As a composer, my goal is to create music that enhances the game's world, resonates with players, and is enjoyable to listen to.
Styles: Orchestral, Electronic, World, Jazz, Folk, Piano, Metal, Rock
Games: RPG, Metroidvania, Strategy
Human-made, no AI
Website: desertanu.com
Music, sound, voices, art, VFX, writing, video, localization and code for indie games
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