Composer Chase Bethea On Creating The Caribbean Noir Sound For Duppy Detective Tashia
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Destiny Jackson
Summary
An interview with video game composer Chase Bethea about his work on Duppy Detective Tashia, an upcoming mystery adventure game from Jamaican indie studio Spritewrench Studios. The game features a Black female protagonist named Tashia who discovers a hidden marketplace of spirits from Afro-Caribbean folklore. Bethea discusses crafting the game's unique "Caribbean noir" sound, blending reggae, dancehall, and traditional folk music with noir mystery elements to create an authentic audio experience that reflects the game's cultural setting and themes.
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DeadlineComposer Chase Bethea On Creating The Caribbean Noir Sound For Duppy Detective Tashiadeadline.comKey quotes
· 3 pulledDespite a growing number of games placing women at the center of their stories, Black female protagonists remain a rarity in the industry.
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Chase Bethea talks to Deadline about his latest work with Spritewrench studios for Duppy Detective Tashia
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