Richard Beddow and his composing team for Empire: Total War have been nominated for Best Original Video Game Score in the 55th Ivor Novello Award which will take place on Thursday 20th May at the Grosvenor House, London.

“With regard to the sound here all good news. The soundtrack is once again one of the strong fortresses of the game, the dubbing is good and audio effects as majestic as ever during the fighting” – 3D Juegos

Screen notes “Final Score: As seems to be the case lately, here is another game score that can outplay most film soundtracks! In Empire: Total War, there are moments of large scale excitement to engage in as well as a consistent style of relevant music throughout that you’ll enjoy. This one earns a solid “B” [...]

The sounds of combat really bring the action to life, and a great score adds a lot to the mood. IGN – 9/10

Richard Beddow and his audio team have been nominated for the Audio Accomplishment Award at the 2009 Develop Awards.

“It’s been far too long since I’ve been swept away by a score that’s truly original. While listening to “VIKING: Battle for Asgard,” that’s the realization that swept over me.” – ScoreNotes

“A quirky but awesome soundtrack gives the game its own vibe” – GamePro