The original soundtrack for the 2015 survival horror hit Dying Light, composed by the legendary Polish composer Pawel Blaszczak.
About Pawel Blaszczak
Pawel Blaszczak is a renowned Polish video game music composer who has been active in the industry since 1997. He is best known for his work with Techland, where he served as Sound Director for many years.
His impressive portfolio includes:
- Call of Juarez series
- Dead Island
- The Witcher (collaborated with Adam Skorupa, winning an IGN Award for Best Soundtrack in 2007)
- Dying Light 2: Stay Human (Sound Director/Composer)
Blaszczak's approach to the Dying Light OST was unique. Instead of typical horror tropes, he drew inspiration from 1970s and 1980s film soundtracks. He utilized synthesizers to create a melancholic, abandoned atmosphere that perfectly captures the "post-apocalyptic" despair and the terrifying silence of the night in Harran.
Atmospheric Highlights
The soundtrack is famous for its transition between the rhythmic, synth-heavy daytime tracks and the ambient, tension-filled nighttime themes.
Dying Light Main Theme
Horizon
Passage
Final Thoughts
It is truly one of the best video game OSTs out there. It doesn't just provide background noise; it defines the identity of the game. The way it fits the atmosphere is nothing short of perfect.
Rating: 5/5