Think about the last game that gave you chills. Now try to imagine it without sound.
Australia’s premier game audio conference High Score is announcing its 2025 Melbourne return with early bird tickets now available.
Part of Melbourne International Games Week, the High Score conference brings together composers, sound designers and game developers at ACMI for two days of serious game audio exploration.
The 2025 theme Turn Up The Volume champions game audio getting the recognition it deserves. Audio builds atmosphere, drives narrative and enhances gameplay across all gaming platforms, and it’s about time everyone paid attention.
High Score – Melbourne International Games Week
- Where: ACMI, Melbourne
- When: 4-5 October
- Theme: Turn Up The Volume
- Early bird tickets: Available now
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The program digs into current and emerging trends in game audio development. Adaptive sound design takes centre stage alongside interdisciplinary collaboration techniques. Delegates discover the creative processes behind immersive audio experiences that define modern gaming.
Practical insights cover career development and sustainable studio practices. Essential business topics include contracts, tax obligations and funding opportunities. It’s not just about making things sound good, it’s about making a living while doing it.
High Score 2025 blends creativity with industry expertise. The event serves professionals, students and aspiring game audio workers equally. Content ranges from inspirational keynotes to technical deep dives and practical sessions that’ll actually help you in the real world.
International leaders join globally recognised local talent on stage. Victorian studios League of Geeks, Spoonful of Wonder and Sub Zero Sound will feature. Rising composer Sarah Wolfe shares her work on Mystiques: Haunted Antiques and Don’t Stop, Girlypop!
High Score 2025 promises game audio louder than ever before. The full program announcement is coming soon with speaker lineup details dropping shortly after.
For more information, head here.
