Composer Jack Wall explains his absence from Mass Effect 3, revealing a creative clash with then-development chief Casey Hudson. Wall, celebrated for his 80s-inspired scores for the first two critically acclaimed Mass Effect games (including the iconic "Suicide Mission" in Mass Effect 2), didn't return for the third installment.
In a recent interview with The Guardian, Wall stated, "Casey was not particularly happy with me at the end," hinting at a professional disagreement. Despite this, Wall expressed pride in his work, noting its BAFTA nomination and overall success, even if it didn't fully meet Hudson's expectations.
The Guardian alluded to "creative tension," but Wall remained tight-lipped about the specifics, simply stating, "Fallouts like that happen." He did, however, elaborate on the immense challenges of creating the Mass Effect 2 soundtrack, particularly the "Suicide Mission" sequence, which he described as "the biggest mind-f***ing thing I’ve ever done." This demanding process, and the subsequent need for BioWare to extensively integrate his work, may offer some context to the strained relationship.
Following Mass Effect 2, Wall transitioned to composing for the Call of Duty franchise, recently contributing to Black Ops 6. BioWare, currently focused on the next Mass Effect title after Dragon Age: The Veilguard, has yet to announce its composer for the upcoming game.
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