Category:Chiptune

Chiptune (also known as 8-bit music or chip music) is a genre of electronic music that uses sounds synthesized by vintage computer and video game hardware, such as the Commodore 64, Nintendo Game Boy, and Atari ST. Originating in the 1980s as part of early video game soundtracks and demoscene culture, chiptune has since evolved into a distinct musical style with a dedicated underground scene.

• Lo-fi, synthesized sounds, created using vintage computer chips or software emulation.
• Simple, melodic compositions, often inspired by retro video game music.
• Arpeggiated leads and pulse-width modulation, creating a signature electronic sound.
• Limited polyphony and hardware constraints, shaping a distinctive rhythmic and harmonic style.
• DIY and homebrew culture, with artists often coding their own music software or using trackers.

Chiptune has been championed by various artists and labels, including:

• 8bitpeoples
• Chipwrecked
• Data Airlines

Notable artists in the genre include:

• Bit Shifter
• Nullsleep
• Anamanaguchi
• Chipzel
• Disasterpeace
• Slime Girls