For the second straight year, the most unlikely recipient received a significant accolade.
Star Wars Jedi: Survivor recently received a Grammy Award for its exceptional soundtrack. Composers Stephen Barton and Gordy Haab were honored with the Best Score Soundtrack for Video Games and Other Interactive Media award, acknowledging their outstanding work in creating an original score for the sequel.
This year's competition included notable nominees such as Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II, God of War Ragnarök, Hogwarts Legacy, and Stray Gods: The Roleplaying Musical.
The Grammy for Best Score Soundtrack for Video Games and Other Interactive Media wasn't around until last year, making this the second year the award has been presented. Last year, Assassin's Creed Valhalla: Dawn of Ragnarök claimed the inaugural award, establishing a new precedent for recognizing the artistic merit of video game soundtracks. The award reflects the Recording Academy's commitment to celebrating diverse communities of music creators, as stated by CEO Harvey Mason Jr. It's designed to recognize excellence in score soundtrack albums that are predominantly comprised of original scores and created specifically for video games or other interactive media within the qualification period.
Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, developed by Respawn Entertainment, is a sequel to the acclaimed Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order. The game continues the adventures of its protagonist within the expansive Star Wars universe, backed by a score that enhances the immersive experience. Its soundtrack, lauded for its rich orchestral themes, contributes significantly to the game's storytelling and atmospheric depth.