The world of gaming isn’t a niche anymore; it’s a significant part of the entertainment industry, giving rise to its own artists in numerous creative categories. John Montoya has emerged as an artist uniquely suited to matching video games with music in a way that draws gamers deeper into stories— providing atmosphere and emotional energy they wouldn’t otherwise be there. As John puts it, “A video game's soundtrack can help make or break it. It can help tell a story and keep the player wondering what’s going to happen next.”