Codefreq's audio Reviews on Newgrounds

[Cyber Punk Neo Noir]

The synth quality is too high for it to be a DOS game. :P

Seriously, though, there are elements of darker Synthwave songs sprinkled within this one, which definitely helps that retro-futuristic Cyber Punk vibe you're attempting to invoke.

My only suggestion is that I think you should leave some space at the end of the song so the instruments don't cut off suddenly like they currently do. If you intend to loop this piece, then I suggest making the cutoff fit in a better way so it loops cleanly.

Also, on a personal note, I think this piece could go further with the instrumentation, such as varying the percussion a bit more and generally making the synths more varied throughout. I'm not counting that against your piece though. It's just my suggestion.

Even still, good job. :)

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AtomicAgeVampire138 responds:

Thank you - always appreciate constructive feedback!

You've got me on the DOS - how about PC-98?

[Little critter parade]

This piece really fits the title. I'm not sure if you intended this, but the quiet mix and the sparse instrumentation go really well with the title, "Little critter parade".

That said, I think you should add in your description what your intent actually was, so I can give a more accurate review and maybe a better rating. Without knowing what your intent and/or your thought process was in creating this piece, I can only judge by my own taste and, as is above, I can only provide limited constructive feedback that may or may not be helpful.

I think it's an interesting piece. Intentionally or not, you've done some clever things with it.

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[Broken Dreams]

In order for me to give a helpful review with constructive feedback that meets my review standards, I think you should add in your description your thought process behind making this song as well as what thoughts went into its title, "Broken Dreams". If you clearly state theses pieces of information, I won't have to resort to simply judging by my opinion, and it could affect my rating as well.

As it is, My opinion is simply that I think it's okay. It doesn't wow me.

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[Rejection]

I see some potential here. Unfortunately, the mixing leaves a lot to be desired, particularly the lack of bass.

I'm also wondering why you picked the title "Rejection"? It doesn't seem to fit with the positive vibe or the fast paced energy of the song. If you intend to keep the song as is, I recommend changing the name. If you intend to keep the track and its name as is, I recommend explaining where you are coming from so I can assess how well I thought your intent came across rather than simply by my taste.

All that said, I'd like to see what this song could be.

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[Neon Signs]

Neat! The imagery that this conjures up for me is driving through a sketchy part of a retro-futuristic city while on drugs.

I'm wondering why you picked the name Neon Signs?

Although it's a really cool track, It's unclear if there was any intent behind it. If there isn't. please specify that. If there is, I'd like to know what it was. Without knowing what you intended to do, I can't accurately rate and review how clearly that intent comes across. I have to resort to judging the track based on my personal taste

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Possibly responds:

Thanks so much for the detailed review and I appreciate you taking the time. I'm quite content for the mystery of meaning to remain :D

[The Pain Waltz]

This piece has a melancholy tone to it right up until the end at 2:02, where it starts to sound more ambiguous. Interesting approach.

I think you should add some commentary about your thoughts going into making this song. That would help me base my review on how clearly I think your intent came across rather than simply my own opinion.

Technically speaking, I think the end cuts off just a tad too early. I suggest having a bit of extra space for the instruments to finish. As it is, it just cuts off.

Still, For what it's worth, I do like the song. Nice work.

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