London, UK, March 7th 2024 – Acclaimed songwriter and music producer John Cunningham has been appointed by Dark Math Games to lead the music and sound creation for their forthcoming isometric science fiction detective RPG, XXX NIGHTSHIFT.
Cunningham, who has collaborated with numerous artists such as Miley Cyrus, Kanye West and the late XXXTentacion, will be working alongside the development team to transform the way that music is represented in videogames; where music is woven into the gameplay and is viewed as essential as art, writing and game design. Throughout his career, John has helped to revolutionize the contemporary music landscape and has an impressive track record and passion for artistic growth continues to earn him acclaim from both fans and industry professionals worldwide.
Timo Albert, Art Director and founder of Dark Math Games, on the partnership:
"XXX NIGHTSHIFT is an ambitious project, and John’s innovative approach matches our energy perfectly. He knows how to get the best out of every artist, and we’re thrilled to have him as a hands-on collaborator with the development team. He’s taking the lead on sound and music with his signature style—players are in for something unforgettable."
John Cunningham on joining XXX NIGHTSHIFT:
“I’m super curious and excited to be a part of XXX NIGHTSHIFT, where the world has evolved so much, and our understanding of music and personalization has evolved alongside it. How is music created, listened to, shared, and loved in this world? And most importantly, how can I impart the feeling upon the player that we are all artists in our own right?”
In addition to this exciting creative partnership, Dark Math Games is thrilled to announce that fans can pre-order XXX NIGHTSHIFT through Xsolla from the game website starting at 2am GMT on March 8th, 2025. With two dynamic female protagonists at the heart of XXX NIGHTSHIFT, there’s no better time to launch pre-orders than on International Women’s Day.
Those who pre-order will receive an exclusive 34-page digital comic, offering a deeper look into the world of XXX NIGHTSHIFT with stunning artwork.
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About Dark Math Games Ltd:
Founded in 2023, Dark Math Games was formed by three games industry veterans. With a team of 20, about half of whom contributed to bringing the critically acclaimed hit Disco Elysium and Disco Elysium -The Final Cut to life. Based in London, UK, the team are currently working on their first title XXX NIGHTSHIFT.
About XXX Nightshift:
Set 2086, you play a Patrol Op, Dinorah Katz, who is stranded at a luxury Ski resort in Antarctica. This original science-fiction setting lands you in a resort that shouldn’t exist with people that you shouldn’t know with the endless polar night covering a multitude of sins. XXX NIGHTSHIFT will deliver a deep single-player role-playing experience with many tools and layers of gameplay. A unique companion dynamic adds more fun and offers different paths to solve cases. The innovative and powerful role-playing system respects your time and trusts your intelligence with seismic choices. It’s up to you to decide how your story unfolds—and how it ends.
About John Cunningham:
John Cunningham is a RIAA Diamond-Certified songwriter and producer. Originally from Oakland, CA, he began writing and producing music in high school. While working at SONGS publishing in 2017 he met XXXTentacion and went to executive produce the late artist’s ? Album which is currently the most-streamed hip-hop album of all time.