10 Underappreciated Soundtracks That Defined Your Favourite Video Games

Red Dead Redemption was composed by Bill Elm and Woody Jackson, who went as far as to consult with musicians of traditional Western instruments, such as harmonica player Tommy Morgan. Together, they recorded over fourteen hours of music for the game, drawing inspiration from legendary composer Ennio Morricone in order to create the necessary atmosphere.

At times, the soundtrack plays homage to the Italian composer, utilising his distinct arrangement of flutes and whistles in order to construct a sound reminiscent of Sergio Leone’s The Good, The Bad and The Ugly. The orchestral scale really encapsulates this feeling, creating a sense of scope and magnitude, as well harnessing feelings of exploration and discovery which connect with the player’s desire for adventure in the frontiers of the Old West. In short: it's really good.