Video game music composer Winifred Phillips has won the Grammy for Best Score Soundtrack for Video Games and Other Interactive Media for her work on the 2024 remake of Wizardry: Proving Grounds of the Mad Overlord. Originally released in 1981, Wizardry is often credited with laying the foundation for Final Fantasy, Dragon Quest, and countless other RPGs.
Phillips, known for her contributions to God of War (2005) and LittleBigPlanet 2, composed an entirely new score for this remake, as the original game lacked a dedicated soundtrack. Her work triumphed over notable nominees, including Bear McCreary (God of War Ragnarök: Valhalla), John Paesano (Marvel’s Spider-Man 2), Wilbert Roget II (Star Wars Outlaws), and Pinar Toprak (Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora).
In her acceptance speech, Phillips thanked Digital Eclipse, the studio behind the remake, and emphasised the unique experience of composing for interactive media—where the music adapts dynamically to the player’s actions.
This Grammy win not only celebrates Phillips’ achievements but also highlights Wizardry’s lasting influence on the RPG genre, cementing its place in gaming history over four decades after its debut.
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