No Dubstep in gaming

[The Heik]

There is a similar thread like this somewhere on the interwebs but that one was far too messy and i'd rather not get into the details.

I'm not here to discuss whether Dubstep is good or not (for me, it clearly isn't) but i get the feeling its kind of trying to trap me by featuring in everything i do (like TV, hanging with my friends and maybe even Anime) and one by one, these outlets of my life are falling to Dubstep (im not sure if thats the right word)

Point is, id like to keep dubstep out of atleast one of these things (preferably anime and gaming. I know there is no dubstep in anime yet but you never know)

How i see dubstep: Dubstep is some creepy sex offender from across the street who keeps eyeing me up and he has already seduced many of my friends and when im alone and enjoying a hobby peacefully, its attempting to do the unthinkable and if i report what its doing to me to my mates, they'll just dismiss it and tell me to lighten up and enjoy it.

Where i am getting the idea that Dubstep is invading gaming: SSX and Tekken Tag Tournament 2 (I was really looking forward to both these games) aswell as other titles not worth mentioning

Its a long description so ill just cut to the chase. Keep Dubstep out of gaming. Idc if people enjoy it. Just enjoy it elsewhere.

So you want to keep Dubstep out of gaming hmm? Well unfortunately for you, the trends say it's going to find its way in anyway because it is a popular type of music. And what is popular in one medium will go in to other popular media. Frankly I don't care if it does go in so long as the game designers make sure that the music matches the setting. Otherwise it would simply be pointless.

 

[him over there]

Honestly, dubstep isn't really mainstream at all save for specific parts of the internet and fandoms. I highly doubt it's going to consume everything you love, especially since (well I hope) that developers are smart enough to include it where appropriate. I would play a game similar to REZ if it had dubstep since I never got that into trance. Though I like drum and bass and glitch better. Plus who cares? it's trendy so of course people will use it.

 

[MammothBlade]

I'm rather neutral towards dubstep. I don't understand the outright hatred. Sure, in some games it can be unfitting, but I can appreciate it when it's applied tastefully... it's the same with say, hip hop.

E.g., in Borderlands


Then again, I think a good game can make any kind of music seem good.

 

[2ndblackjedi]

Spoiler

(Too avoid having a low content post) The only example of Dubstep in gaming I can think of off the top of my head is the mission complete screens of Saint's Row 3, and getting my wub on was pretty rewarding post-mission so...I'm gonna hop on the "Depends on how it's used" boat. Although that applies to any kind of music really.

 

[IamLEAM1983]

Actually, I'd point out that this thing we keep calling Dubstep isn't actually Dubstep. Real Dubstep is derived from Dub, which is itself derived from Reggae. The best Dubstep is almost always British. Blackleg's a pretty good example, as he doesn't overuse Wobble Bass.

"Brostep", however, is all about Wobble Bass, and it's mostly thanks to Skrillex that this subgenre has become popular. It's not a bad thing, but you can plainly feel that this offshoot is going to appeal more to folks who still like the occasional fast guitar riff and something that feels harsher, overall.

Real Dubstep, though, tends to be slow and steady.

 

[JesterRaiin]

But then again, this site is predominately populated by 'metal heads' who think shouting into a microphone and thrashing on a guitar for 8 minutes straight is the pinnacle of musical achievement.

It isn't.

Interesting.
Please expand your statement.

 

[Cowabungaa]

No.

Why not? Because if it fits, it fits. Sure, I can't imagine dubstep fitting in a lot of games, but I certainly find it fitting here:

Also, your taste isn't everything.

Railworks dubstep, can anyone surpass this?

Dubstep, the only musical genre that can make a railsim look badass.

 

[rob_simple]

bad news bears

I spy a LAGTV fan!

You'll have to explain to me what that is, I'm afraid; as far as I can recall I picked up the phrase from the guy that does Rage Quit.

 

[Snoozer]

I think it's hard to even define Dubstep. If you listen to 'The sound of Dubstep' you'll notice that the genre Dubstep is not necessary just that one effect. Real Dubstep can surprisingly calm music - and what most people understand as dubstep is more like hardcore or house with a 'wub wub' effect mixed in. I know electro that sounds way more "wubish" than other stuff that calls itself Dubstep.

The music in a game should be fitting and support the game idea, so theoretically everything could be used (if fitting). There are enough variation in Dubstep to make it usable in games - Dubstep without extreme 'wub wub' that is.

 

[Daystar Clarion]

But then again, this site is predominately populated by 'metal heads' who think shouting into a microphone and thrashing on a guitar for 8 minutes straight is the pinnacle of musical achievement.

It isn't.

Interesting.
Please expand your statement.

Don't get me wrong, I enjoy a great metal track as much as the next guy, but the genre is just as stale and just as full of crap as any other genre.

You'd be hard pressed to find a genre of music I haven't heard at least one decent song from.

 

[JesterRaiin]

But then again, this site is predominately populated by 'metal heads' who think shouting into a microphone and thrashing on a guitar for 8 minutes straight is the pinnacle of musical achievement.

It isn't.

Interesting.
Please expand your statement.

Don't get me wrong, I enjoy a great metal track as much as the next guy, but the genre is just as stale and just as full of crap as any other genre.

I'm not interested in what you enjoy.
I'm curious about your overall impression of local heavy metal fans you called contemptuously "metal heads".

You'd be hard pressed to find a genre of music I haven't heard at least one decent song from.

Teh Internetz. Everyone can become well informed in any topic in the matter of minutes. That argument has no meaning at all.

 

[Reaper195]

Sorry, had to be linked.

Haven't seen any dubstep in any games so far, except for SR3. Was nice.

Only time I've ever thought Dubstep was good for something. I love those guys.

 

[launchpadmcqwak]

i thank Kthulu for every game that does not have any dubstep in it. also i wouldn't worry about it it will go out of fashion soon

 

[Daystar Clarion]

But then again, this site is predominately populated by 'metal heads' who think shouting into a microphone and thrashing on a guitar for 8 minutes straight is the pinnacle of musical achievement.

It isn't.

Interesting.
Please expand your statement.

Don't get me wrong, I enjoy a great metal track as much as the next guy, but the genre is just as stale and just as full of crap as any other genre.

I'm not interested in what you enjoy.
I'm curious about your overall impression of local heavy metal fans you called contemptuously "metal heads".

You'd be hard pressed to find a genre of music I haven't heard at least one decent song from.

Teh Internetz. Everyone can become well informed in any topic in the matter of minutes. That argument has no meaning at all.

Well, to answer your question, there have been several threads in the past created by metal heads complaining about how the general populace view that genre, or youtube commenters of videos etc, etc, but then proceed to pretty much do exact same thing they were complaining about others doing. I.e., 'R&B/rap/dubstep etc etc are terrible and there's nothing good about them etc etc'.

 

[Dresos]

Yeah keep dubstep out of my games... and also pop! and rock! and metal! and... classic music! and above all choirs! and battle sounds! yeah games really should just be totaly quit since I don't enjoy sound...

No but seriously if dubstep fits well with a game I see no reason to NOT have it.

 

[Waaghpowa]

Nuff said. That song alone makes Syndicate look like the most bad ass FPS ever, even if it's not. It just fits the mood and tone of the game perfectly.

So yeah, as others say: if it fits the game, it's ok.

The reason for that song being awesome mostly has to do with the fact that it

1) fits the setting
2) is an updated version of the original track from Syndicate 1993

 

[lacktheknack]

No.

That is all I have to say on your subject.

On the subject of Dubstep, though, I'm of two minds.

On the one hand, the signature sound is pretty awesome, and makes for truly awesome pick-me-up music if made right.

On the other hand, IF MADE RIGHT.

If made incorrectly, it's some of the worst stuff in music, end of. IT RAPED ONE OF MY FAVORITE SONGS.

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WTFITS

 

[SageRuffin]

I dunno... I like Tekstep Fountain and can totally find myself fighting to it... and I don't even like Tekken all that much!


Also, I find it quite silly for you to not like a game because of one song that may or may not be in the final soundtrack. And do correct me if I'm wrong, but don't all current-gen consoles (save the Wii) allow you to use your own music?

So we get it. You don't like dubstep. I wouldn't call myself a fan either but I don't hate it. Turn the music down, or off entirely. Replace the music with your own from whatever source you find most convenient.

I'm sure most of us know the difference between discussion and whining, and I'm also sure most of these same fine folks see you as doing the latter. So, we'd greatly appreciate it if you kept the rest of us out of it. Thank you.

 

[JesterRaiin]

I'm curious about your overall impression of local heavy metal fans you called contemptuously "metal heads".

Well, to answer your question, there have been several threads in the past created by metal heads complaining about how the general populace view that genre, or youtube commenters of videos etc, etc, but then proceed to pretty much do exact same thing they were complaining about others doing. I.e., 'R&B/rap/dubstep etc etc are terrible and there's nothing good about them etc etc'.

I may not be the sharpest crayon in the box when the complexity of English language is involved, but I fail to perceive this as a ground to your former statement.
Let me quote the juicy part :

"this site is predominately populated by 'metal heads' who think shouting into a microphone and thrashing on a guitar for 8 minutes straight is the pinnacle of musical achievement."

Your call.

Correct me if I'm wrong, but isn't that amazing noise currently blasting through my speakers 'dubstep'?

Nope. It's a piece of good music, but it's not Dubstep.

 

[chadachada123]

People seem hooked on the "I like dubstep, if it's done right" issue, as if basically 99% of EVERY music genre isn't absolute shit. Most rap is shit, most rock is shit, most country is shit, tons of techno and dubstep is shit, most pop is shit.

As far as games go, yeah, the atmosphere is important. Red Dead Redemption and dubstep wouldn't mix, but futuristic games like Crackdown mix pretty damn well with dubstep, invoking feelings of disorder and lawlessness.

Like with any type of song. Country and (street) racing doesn't mix, for example.