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by | 10/01/2023 · 10:55 pm

INTERVIEW – In Conversation With Robert Holmes (Composer, Sequel)

By Marty Mulrooney

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When composer Robert Holmes last joined Alternative Magazine Online for a chat at the end of 2021, he was kind enough to tell us all about his latest project Sequel – an album inspired by his soundtracks for the Gabriel Knight trilogy and Gray Matter (iconic adventure games written by his wife, legendary game designer Jane Jensen – what can I say, they’re a talented family!) Now, it’s 2023 and the album is out there being listened to and enjoyed by fans all over the world. Therefore, I am proud to welcome Robert back to AMO for yet another exclusive online interview where we talk about his creative process, the best cover versions of his music, and the importance of bringing beauty and positivity into the world.

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by | 22/12/2021 · 12:00 am

INTERVIEW – In Conversation With Robert Holmes (Composer, ‘Sequel: A Collection of New Game Themes By Robert Holmes’ Kickstarter)

By Marty Mulrooney

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Robert Holmes is the hugely talented composer responsible for some of adventure gaming’s most memorable music, including the soundtracks for the iconic Gabriel Knight trilogy and Gray Matter – standouts of the genre written by his wife, legendary game designer Jane Jensen. Following the launch of his exciting new Kickstarter campaign, which promises to deliver a new album of game themes in a similar style, Alternative Magazine Online is delighted to welcome Robert back – for the first time in over a decade – for yet another exclusive online interview to find out more!

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by | 20/02/2020 · 11:43 pm

GAME NEWS – Gabriel Knight 4 Online Petition Launched

By Marty Mulrooney

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Gabriel Knight is a series of point-and-click adventure games created by legendary game designer and writer Jane Jensen (who AMO interviewed in 2011, 2012 and 2013). The first three games in the series were released throughout the ’90s by Sierra On-Line (at the time, the main rival to LucasArts), with a remake of the first game released in 2014. However, the famous Schattenjäger’s story is far from over; in 2020, one fan is campaigning for Gabriel Knight’s return…

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by | 27/10/2013 · 10:16 pm

INTERVIEW – In Conversation With Jane Jensen (Gabriel Knight: Sins of the Fathers – 20th Anniversary Edition)

By Marty Mulrooney

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Legendary adventure game designer Jane Jensen (the Gabriel Knight series, Gray Matter) recently announced that she has licensed the Gabriel Knight IP from Activision and is working on a remake of the original game, Sins of the Fathers. Set for release on personal computers and tablets in mid-2014, Gabriel Knight: Sins of the Fathers – 20th Anniversary Edition will feature stunning high res visuals (2048×1536 3D graphics will replace the original 640×480 resolution pixel art), re-recorded voice acting and a remastered soundtrack by Robert Holmes, the game’s original composer. Alternative Magazine Online is therefore proud to present an exclusive online interview with Pinkerton Road studio co-founder Jane Jensen!

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