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Thank you so much for your comment! Glad to be compared with the goat 😅

Hey, I fixed the link. I'll check the expiration date, next time 😅

Thank you so much for answering and for this really complete explanation! This plugin looks really interesting

Hey, I'm sorry if this seems suspicious, but I can assure you that I did not generate this image myself. I may simply be misremembering where I found it.

I couldn't find the original source through Google Lens either. That may be because I cropped and resized the image to fit itch.io, as you can see from the resolution. 

That said, I understand your doubts, and I'll be more careful about keeping track of image sources in the future.

Hey! I found this picture on Pixabay and I didn't use AI in any part of my submission (I don't know the publisher's process to make it tho).

Hey, I've just listened to your track!

I really liked your melodies, and the middle section was my favorite part. At that point, the beat and the orchestration are awesome and everything comes together really well.

I think the instrumentation in the other sections feels a bit thinner by comparison. The mandolin (if it is a mandolin) might be a little too prominent in the mix, and it definitely sounds too dry to my ears. A bit more ambience or reverb could help it blend more naturally with the rest of the track.

I also felt more of a medieval atmosphere than a steampunk one.

Good luck with the rest of the voting period!

Hey, I've just listened to your track!

I really liked the beat and the instrumentation. I also loved the melody and the cyberpunk atmosphere you've created.

The two points I would mention are that, at the beginning, the synth felt a little aggressive to my ears and could perhaps benefit from some dynamic EQ or softer high frequencies. I also think the accompaniment could be more present beyond the beat itself, with additional chords, pads, or bass to help support the melody and fill out the texture.

Overall, though, I enjoyed listening to it.

Good luck with the rest of the voting period!

Hey, I've just listened to your track!

From beginning to end, it was awesome. I really felt like I was travelling, embarking on a short adventure. I can definitely imagine this music playing over flashbacks to different areas of the game or memorable cutscenes during the end credits.

The instrumentation is excellent and creates wonderful atmospheres throughout the piece. The melodies are great as well, especially the one that appears around 1:05.

I honestly can't find anything to criticize, so congratulations on such a well-crafted composition.

Good luck with the rest of the voting period!

Hey, I've just listened to your track!

I really liked your melody. It's beautiful, memorable, and works very well with the harmony. I also enjoyed the way the piece evolves over time; I never felt bored, even during a 3:30 piano solo (or duet, at times).

One thing that stood out to me is that the left hand feels a little heavy. In particular, the chords on the second and third beats of the measure sound a bit too low for a waltz style. As for the right hand, I think adding more velocity variation could bring more expression and make the performance feel more natural.

Overall, I really enjoyed your submission.

Good luck with the rest of the voting period!

Hey, I've just listened to your track!

I really liked the metallophone and the harmonic progressions. The atmosphere at the beginning is awesome and immediately sets the mood.

For the more energetic section, I think it could be interesting to add some short string accents alongside the brass hits to reinforce the impact and energy.

I also noticed a few notes that sounded a little unusual to my ears, perhaps because of the register or the harmony in those moments.

Good luck with the rest of the voting period!

Hey, I've just listened to your track!

I simply loved it. The atmosphere is incredible, and the musical ideas and symbolism come across very clearly. The mix sounds great to me, so I don't really understand why you're not satisfied with it.

I also think you have a strong grasp of harmony and orchestration. I especially loved the choir parts, and I found myself wondering which plugin or VST you used for them.

The only thing I could point out is that the piece ends a little too early for my taste. I would have loved to hear an even bigger final climax, perhaps extended with a strong horn melody or another memorable statement of the main theme.

Overall, I really loved your submission.

Good luck with the rest of the voting period!

Absolute cinema!

This is awesome. I loved the dialogue between the kalimba and the guitar at the beginning, and the way they echo each other's rhythm is a great idea.

I also loved the B section, which creates a perfect bridge between the opening and the return of the A section. That part was incredible, and I felt that every instrument had something interesting to contribute. The piece conveys a lot of emotion throughout.

The only thing I could point out is that I found the kalimba a little too percussive at times. I'm not entirely sure whether it's due to the register, the sound choice, or something else, but perhaps pitching it slightly higher, adjusting the EQ, or even experimenting with a music box sound could be worth trying.

That said, I genuinely want to see a game's end credits paired with this music.

Good luck with the rest of the voting period!

(I'm still humming your kalimba melody...) 

Hey, I've just listened to your track!

I really liked the calm opening, which sets the tone for the rest of the piece very well. I loved the more energetic section too; it has a great cinematic, almost superhero-like feel, and I can easily imagine it playing during the end credits.

One thing I was wondering: was the bass rhythm meant to imitate a steam train? If so, that's a really nice touch.

Even if I try, I can't really find anything to criticize.

Really great work!

Good luck with the rest of the voting period!

Hey, I've just listened to your track!

I really enjoyed it! I can definitely imagine it in a cozy farming game with an emotional undertone. You made great use of the vocals, which create a nice dialogue with the saxophone. I also loved the piano throughout the entire piece; it helps establish a beautiful atmosphere from beginning to end.The transition between the calm and the more energetic section is very well done too.

There isn't much to criticize here — this is a really solid submission.

Good luck with the rest of the voting period!

If you have any question about anything related to the jam, feel free to ask here or on the Discord server.

I agree with you on the two points, especially about the arrangement at the end. Thanks for commenting!

Hey, I've just listened to your track!

I really liked the melancholic feeling of this piece. It sounds like the ending of a game that doesn't end tragically, but still leaves a sense of emptiness behind. The chord progression is great, and the instruments blend together very well. I also really enjoyed the opening with the piano alone.

However, I didn't find the more energetic section particularly dynamic, and the track felt a little repetitive at times.

Overall, though, I enjoyed listening to it.

Good luck with the rest of the voting period!

Absolute cinema!

That was incredible! I loved the atmosphere. It manages to feel calm and comforting even with the noisy background textures. The melody truly sounds like a lullaby that reassures and consoles the listener.

The instrumentation was beautiful, and I especially loved the violin when it entered. The dynamic section is amazing; it feels like a final breath, a sense of freedom, or even a glimpse of utopia. Whatever the intention was, you succeeded in conveying a great deal of emotion.

This track genuinely moved me.

Good luck with the rest of the voting period!

Hey, I've just listened to your track!

I really liked it. The guitar at the beginning is beautiful and conveys a lot of emotion. The more energetic section is great as well, and it connects naturally with the first part of the piece.

The only point I would mention is that the track feels a little short, and I would have enjoyed hearing it develop a bit further.

Good luck with the rest of the voting period!

Hey, I've just listened to your track!

I really enjoyed your piece. I especially liked the jazzy atmosphere, which is very well executed. The transition into the more energetic section works really well, and I could definitely imagine this playing over an end credits sequence.

One thing that stood out to me is that the piano at the beginning plays very strong, short notes. I think they could perhaps be softened a bit, either with some reverb or by lowering their volume, but that's just my personal impression.

I also felt that the steampunk atmosphere could have been pushed a little further beyond the clock-ticking effect.

Overall, though, I really liked your track.

Good luck with the rest of the voting period!

Hey, I've just listened to your track!

I really loved your music. It fits the end credits context perfectly, and I can definitely hear the steampunk influence.

I especially enjoyed the beginning, which is very well done, and the transition into the more energetic section is awesome. I also really liked the instrumentation and the sound effects. The only point I would mention is that the drums felt a little too loud in the mix at times.

Aside from that, this is a really solid submission.

Good luck with the rest of the voting period!

Hey there, I've just listened to your track!

I liked your ideas. The piece reminds me a little of classic Disney music, and I think it would fit well as an end credits theme.

I also agree with some of the other feedback: the main area for improvement is the quality of the instrument sounds. You may want to take a look at the recommendations others have already given, as I'm not really an expert in that area myself.

Also, the little glockenspiel (if it is a glockenspiel) could benefit from a touch of reverb to give it a brighter, more sparkling sound.

Good luck with the rest of the voting period!

Thank you for the comment ! Indeed, I really don't know how to use drums, and will check the Steven Slate Drum plugin.

Hey, I've just listened to your track!

I found your track really interesting. It stands out from the other submissions thanks to its cute, cheerful style and its "happy goodbye" feeling, which is very well executed.

I also really liked the melody, the energy, and the instrumentation. The only point I would mention is the ending. It felt like it was building toward a final climax, but the piece ended before that payoff arrived.

Overall, I really enjoyed your submission.

Good luck with the rest of the voting period!

Hey, I've just listened to your track!

I loved the groove, the instrumentation, and the melody. I could easily imagine this playing over an end credits sequence. I also really enjoyed the work on the sound effects and their panning.

There isn't much to criticize here. The only point I would mention is that I didn't really get a strong steampunk feeling from the piece (but I think it's only me...)

Good luck with the rest of the voting period!

Hey, I've just listened to your track!

I really liked the work on the sound effects and textures; I think they add a lot to the music and help create a strong atmosphere.

However, I found the track a bit repetitive, even for an end credits theme. I would have loved to hear more development throughout the piece, whether through an evolution of the main melody or the introduction of additional melodies that interact with it.

I also didn't find the beginning particularly nostalgic. That may be due in part to the electric guitar, which gave the opening a different feel than I expected from the brief.

Good luck with the rest of the voting period!

Hey, I've just listened to your track!

I really liked the instrumentation. However, I agree with the other feedback you've received: there are a lot of ideas introduced in a short amount of time. I think the piece would benefit from introducing them more gradually and giving each one a bit more room to breathe.

This would create stronger contrast, especially in terms of energy, and would allow your melodies to develop more naturally. If you're concerned about the length, keep in mind that 1:45 is still quite short for an end credits theme, so you have some room to expand.

Good luck with the rest of the voting period!

Hey there, I've just listened to your track!

I think it has some really good ideas, especially the choice of instruments and the way the violin interacts with the accompaniment.

However, I found the track somewhat repetitive at times, and I think the violin could have been introduced more prominently earlier in the piece. I also felt that a few notes in the violin melody sounded a little unusual or out of place.

Overall, though, there are some good ideas here.

Good luck with the rest of the voting period!

Absolute cinema!

This track is incredible! It's the first submission I've listened to, and it sets a very high standard for the rest of the jam.

The instrumentation is excellent, the progression and structure are awesome, and I can absolutely imagine this playing over an end credits sequence with flashbacks. You did a great job conveying emotion, and the melody is genuinely memorable.

If I had to point out one thing that could be improved, I think the horn (if it is a horn) at the beginning could have a softer attack or fade in more gradually.

Other than that, this is an excellent submission.

Good luck with the rest of the voting period!

Yes. The intention of the rule is that participants create the music themselves using composition software. Notation software such as MuseScore, Sibelius, Finale or Dorico is allowed.

About the cover art, the prohibition of AI only concerns the project itself and does not apply to the cover image. However, I highly encourage participants to use non-AI artwork if they are able to do so.

Exactly!

Yes, absolutely. You keep all rights to your music. Participating in the jam does not transfer ownership of your work to me or to the jam.

Each participant may submit one entry containing one track, lasting between 1:30 and 8:00. I will check to make sure everything is clearly explained in the "Your Submission" section.

Usually, in ranked game jams on itch.io, all submissions are ranked from the highest-rated to the lowest-rated. However, I will put a highlight on the top 3 on the main page. If you want to see how it works, you can check out the OST Album Jam 2026, hosted by Grunt, which I know uses the same system.

Of couse! Every DAW is allowed.

Thank you for your feedback!

Hey, I've just listened to your track!

You're the last submission I listened to, and I found it amazing! I think your melodies are awesome, your drumline is great, and your instrumentation is really interesting. I also really liked your structure, which does indeed sound like Toby Fox's music.

The only improvement I could think of would be: Why does it end so early?!!!!! I would have loved one final section where the instrumentation explodes, bringing back one of the melodies from the beginning. It could also be a great opportunity to introduce some acoustic instruments too — why not?

Good luck for the rest of the voting period!

Hey, I've just listened to your track!

Your track is interesting: you chose to use only two instruments, and I think you made good use of a call-and-response structure.

However, be careful with the balance between your instruments: the second one is definitely more prominent than the first. Also, using only two instruments can work really well, but for a battle track, I think adding at least a drumset could give it more dynamism. Finally, I found your melodies somewhat complex, and I think you could focus on a few simple melodic ideas and repeat them throughout the track.

Good luck for the rest of the voting period!

Hey, I've just listened to your track!

I really loved your track. I think you used each instrument very well: the drumset beat is great and evolves throughout the track, and the melodies fit very well with the harmonic progressions. Your music fits the theme really well, and so does the evolution. I also really liked the Toby Fox-like orchestration.

However, I think your track could be even better if you connected the sections more smoothly and avoided empty bars. For example, you could let the melody or a bassline play alone for 2 or 4 beats before immediately starting the next section.

Also, to make the track feel more like Toby Fox's music, you could reuse one or two melodic ideas throughout the whole track. For example, if your track has four melodic sections — a calm section, a spooky section, a dynamic section, and a trumpet section — you could structure them around the same two melodies: A, B, A+B, A+B, or A, B, B, A.

Good luck for the rest of the voting period!