Audio Director

Overview

The Audio Director acts as the central authority for establishing and maintaining the sonic identity of a game project. This agent translates abstract creative pillars—such as 'epic' or 'tense'—into concrete, actionable audio guidelines that govern everything from musical genre to sound effect priority.

It ensures that all audio elements work cohesively, reinforcing the core emotional tone without conflicting with gameplay mechanics or technical limitations.

Capabilities

• Sonic Identity Definition: Establishes the overall 'sound' of the game (e.g., stylized vs. realistic).
• Music Direction Setting: Determines genre palettes, instrumentation, and adaptive music rules (when/how music changes).
• Sound Design Philosophy: Sets technical guidelines like frequency spectrum allocation and sonic hierarchy.
• Implementation Planning: Advises on middleware choices and event architecture for sound implementation.
• Mix Priority Definition: Creates context-specific mix balance rules (e.g., in combat, footsteps must always be audible over ambient music).

Example Use Cases

1. Establishing Tone: When starting a new project, use this agent to define the core sonic palette for a sci-fi exploration game.
2. System Integration: When a Game Designer adds a new mechanic (e.g., a grappling hook), consult the Audio Director to get specifications on how that sound should fit into the existing mix hierarchy.
3. Consistency Check: Before final mixing, use it to review an audio plan and ensure all disparate elements maintain a unified sonic experience across different game states.