John Berges, aka TwoBitOperation, is a Professional Game Designer and Independent Composer who has been working on games and their music for over 20 years. While immersed in the game industry, John has written many OSTs, but also produces classical, electronica, synth-pop, and more.
John is motivated by the opportunity to create things that make people smile. In addition to composing hundreds of songs while designing for Maxis and other major studios, he has written a Science Fiction novel and Mixology Compendium in need of publication, fosters a drumming hobby, and takes any opportunity for wordplay in all its grand and terrible forms. He also feels weird about writing copy about himself in the 3rd person.
Released Albums
Content in the Void
"Content in the Void" is a new 4 track EP I released in February 2023
The album showcases a variety of EDM subgenres including Synthpop, electro-swing, and electro-house, with some orchestral flair, video-game riffs, and more.
Lyrically, it's about the futility of connecting — be it with keeping friends, or just reaching listeners with your music using the modern internet. But, full of upbeat hooks and tongue-in-cheek wordplay, it hints at some overall optimism and acceptance.
Give it a listen.. please?
The Hero's Code: OST
When the hero of her classic adventure game world goes missing, Ginny the NPC shirks her shopkeeper duties to follow the clues, but in doing so, upends everything she cares about.Lambent Highways
A synthwave / trance single that was too catchy to not release. Play it in the car at midnight and try to go the speed limit.Penguin's Path: OST
Jump, belly-slide, bounce, and fling your way across dozens of high speed arctic courses to save the day in this highly polished student project.Architexture
An ode to the Build Mode music of The Sims 2. Nine original songs emulating the cozy feeling of putting a home together, so expertly captured by Mark Mothersbaugh in 2005. Immortal Duet: OST
Five unique items are the key to traversing the dreary biomes of this puzzle-heavy adventure game. The trick is that you can only hold two at the same time...
Binary Moment
A collection of original electronica, spanning a variety of sub-genres, all influenced by video game music hooks and structure.Dungeon Door: OST
Six furry students test their battle skills in this light turn-based dungeon crawler. The original release featured a dynamic soundtrack with each instrument representing a character.