Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet Composers Snag Golden Globe

Award-Winning Composers Score Naughty Dog's Intergalactic

Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross, the acclaimed composers behind the soundtrack for Naughty Dog's upcoming title Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, have added another accolade to their impressive list of achievements: a Golden Globe for Best Original Score. This prestigious award recognizes their work on Luca Guadagnino's film Challengers.

The recent Intergalactic trailer showcased a preview of Reznor and Ross's composition, alongside snippets of licensed music featured in the game. Known for their extensive collaboration with Nine Inch Nails and their critically acclaimed film scores (including Academy Awards for The Social Network and Soul), the duo's contributions to the gaming world are equally noteworthy. Reznor previously composed the soundtrack for Quake (1996) and the main title theme for Call of Duty: Black Ops 2.

Accepting the Golden Globe from presenters Elton John and Brandi Carlile, Ross described the Challengers score as "never a safe choice, but always the right one." The contemporary, electronic soundscape perfectly complements the film's themes of athleticism and sensuality. Given their current creative momentum, Intergalactic's soundtrack promises to be a standout.

Reznor and Ross's Versatile Talent

While their origins in Nine Inch Nails' industrial rock might seem unexpected for game and film scoring, Reznor and Ross have consistently demonstrated remarkable versatility. Their work ranges from the haunting atmosphere of The Social Network to the ethereal beauty of Soul, and now, the intriguing soundscape for Naughty Dog's space-exploration title. With online speculation suggesting a horror element in Intergalactic, their selection as composers seems particularly fitting.

The Golden Globe win further amplifies anticipation for Intergalactic, potentially a significant departure for Naughty Dog. Given Reznor and Ross's impeccable track record, the game's soundtrack is poised to be a truly exceptional auditory experience.