Wizardry: Proving Grounds of the Mad Overlord Wins Grammy for Best Video Game Score at 67th Annual Awards

Digital Eclipse’s Grammy-Winning Wizardry Remake Sets a New Benchmark for Video Game Music on Nintendo Switch The 67th Annual Grammy Awards, held in February 2025, saw remarkable achievements across genres, but it was the gaming community that celebrated a significant milestone when 'Wizardry: Proving Grounds of the Mad Overlord' won Best Score Soundtrack for Video Games and Other Interactive Media.

The Nintendo Switch title, a 2024 remake developed by Digital Eclipse, not only honored the legacy of the original 1981 classic but also broke new ground in video game music thanks to composer Winifred Phillips. The competition for the Grammy was fierce, with heavyweights like Star Wars: Outlaws, God of War Ragnarök: Valhalla, Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, and Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora in the running.

Amid these high-profile contenders, it was Phillips’ work on Wizardry: Proving Grounds of the Mad Overlord that earned the academy’s top recognition.

In a post-ceremony interview, Phillips described her reaction as "absolutely overwhelmed by the honor," and expressed her gratitude for working alongside the creative team at Digital Eclipse, calling it a career-defining moment. Wizardry: Proving Grounds of the Mad Overlord launched across multiple platforms, including Nintendo Switch, on May 23, 2024.

The remake delivered a suite of modern enhancements—streamlined interfaces, robust quality-of-life improvements, and dramatically upgraded visuals.

However, it was Phillips’ masterful soundtrack that set this iteration apart, now officially recognized with gaming’s highest musical accolade. Digital Eclipse, known for its commitment to reviving classic games with contemporary fidelity, has a history of celebrated projects.

Their remake of Wizardry received an 8/10 from critics, who praised its accessibility for first-time dungeon crawler enthusiasts and its respectful modernization of a genre-defining title. Winifred Phillips, a veteran of video game audio, brought her extensive experience to the project.

Her previous credits include acclaimed soundtracks for LittleBigPlanet 3, Assassin’s Creed III: Liberation, God of War, and Homefront: The Revolution, further cementing her status as a leading voice in gaming music. The Grammy win highlights both the thriving relationship between the music and gaming industries and the growing recognition for video game composition on the global stage.

Fans and newcomers alike can experience Digital Eclipse’s award-winning revival of Wizardry: Proving Grounds of the Mad Overlord on platforms like the Nintendo Switch via the eShop, making it both a touchstone for genre fans and a showcase for exceptional audio artistry.

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