Gaming’s Impact on the Music Industry
The music industry has undoubtedly helped gaming to improve. After all, music helps games to become more complete and keeps us in suspense and engaged in the action. This can be seen in all types of games from sporty games to first-person-shooter games. It can even be seen in online casinos where the music sets the mood. Some perfect examples are the casino games found at Royal Vegas, where slot themes are matched with appropriate music to enhance the gaming experience.
However, music isn’t just great for gaming, but gaming is also beneficial for the music industry. Lots of artists, songwriters and music minds are benefiting from the gaming industry – and in more than one way! Read on to discover the best ways that gaming has had a positive effect on the music industry.
1. Games Make Music Popular
Have you ever been playing a game and a song has caught your attention? It is not uncommon to be playing a game that has given under-the-radar musicians a chance and featured their song either in play or while the game is loading. Many examples spring to mind but those who like to Play FIFA will know exactly what we are talking about. FIFA, just like many other games from other gaming genres, has played songs that you initially will not have heard of. This gives those artists exposure and opens doors for them to be recognised and become more successful.
2. Virtual Concerts
Virtual concerts are growing in the music industry with one of the stand-out examples being Marshmello from the game, Fortnite. The game’s virtual concert highlighted the ability of gaming minds and game developers to enhance the concert experience. More music producers are likely to follow suit and create concerts with a topping of Virtual Reality for festival goers and viewers.
3. Music Games
There is nothing that will promote music more in the video game industry than making games dedicated to music and musicians. That is exactly what happened when the Wii console came around and the likes of Guitar Hero hit the shelf. Not only did games like these expose the gaming world to hit songs, but it also promoted playing them as if you were famous rockstars for one evening. It is even reported that the Aerosmith version of Guitar Hero earned the band more money than any of their albums, touring or merchandise made them!
4. Video Gaming Creates Music Jobs
Musicians can usually have a tough gig trying to break into their profession and earn a living from it, but there is one thing that all of the above points to and that is opportunities. Video games become another opportunity for talented musicians and musical types to explore. There are now many jobs within the gaming industry calling for these artists.
Now you know why the video game industry and the music industry have a powerful and beneficial relationship!
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