Okay, so I needed some tunes for this volleyball game I’m working on. You know, something upbeat, gets the blood pumping, but doesn’t cost me an arm and a leg in licensing fees. So, I started digging around for royalty-free options.
The Hunt Begins
First, I hit up the usual suspects – you know, the big-name royalty-free music sites. I spent a good chunk of time browsing, listening to countless tracks. Some were okay, kinda generic, but nothing really screamed “volleyball!” to me.
Then I remembered about those creator-focused platforms. You can usually discover a lot of good music there, and for not a lot of money usually, too!
Narrowing It Down
I started filtering my searches. I needed something with a strong beat, probably electronic or maybe some high-energy rock. I also wanted to avoid anything with vocals, ’cause that can be distracting in a game. It’s all about that instrumental goodness.
I also tried some AI Music generators. I typed some prompt like “Energetic, exciting track for a sports game, beach volleyball setting, upbeat tempo, no vocals” I got a few decent base tracks, but they needed some real work to sound polished and unique.
Making It My Own
- I downloaded a few promising tracks from the creator platforms after purchasing.
- I opened up my trusty audio editor.
- I tweaked the EQ, boosted the bass a bit, and made sure the levels were consistent.
- For AI generated stuff, I spent more time. I added some extra instrument tracks that were pre-recorded and some drum loops.
Finally, I had a handful of tracks that I was really happy with. They were energetic, they fit the volleyball vibe, and best of all, they were completely royalty-free. It felt so much better than dropping a fortune for song!
So, that’s my little journey into the world of royalty-free game music. It takes some digging, but it’s definitely worth it in the end. Especially when you hit that perfect track that just fits.
