When Bungie left Microsoft for greener pastures, the series lost its iconic composer Martin O’Donnell, who created some of the most famous scores in videogame history. 343 Industries, which has taken over in Bungie’s stead, has the unenviable task of creating a new, memorable score.
Fortunately, the developer made some wise choices in personnel, including Metal Gear Solid 4’s Sotaro Tojima as music director and composer Neil Davidge. Some of the music revealed in 343 Industries’ developer diary is truly evocative stuff.