Winifred Phillips Wins Grammy for Wizardry Soundtrack

Wizardry: Proving Grounds of the Mad Overlord has made history by winning the Grammy Award for Best Score Soundtrack for Video Games and Other Interactive Media. Composer Winifred Phillips accepted the award and expressed gratitude towards Digital Eclipse and the audience for supporting video game music. This 3D remake of the original 1981 game is recognized as the first party-based RPG, influencing iconic titles such as Final Fantasy and Dragon Quest. Phillips competed against notable nominees like those from Ubisoft's Star Wars Outlaws and Marvel's Spider-Man 2, and she reflected on the honor of creating music that enhances player experiences in interactive storytelling.

Wizardry: Proving Grounds of the Mad Overlord is a 3D remake of the classic 1981 RPG Wizardry, known as the first party-based video game RPG, laid down the groundwork for future titles in the genre.

The Wizardry series has been a cornerstone in the development of role-playing games, introducing party-based mechanics that have been emulated by countless games since. The original game was crucial in shaping the RPG landscape, creating a legacy that continues to resonate with gamers today.