Chinese composer and music producer Yu-Peng Chen, also known as Chen Zhiyi, has officially departed from HoYoverse and HOYO-MiX, the video game company’s music studio.
Reasons for Departure
Yu-Peng Chen made the decision to leave HoYoverse in order to pursue his personal musical aspirations. He expressed his plans to release a personal album of his music works next year.
Reflections on Time with HoYoverse
Reflecting on his time with the video game company, which began in 2019, Yu-Peng Chen highlighted the growth of HOYO-MiX and the evolution of the music for Genshin Impact, the company’s flagship title.
Contributions to Genshin Impact
In Genshin Impact, Yu-Peng Chen was responsible for composing the soundtracks for the Mondstadt and Liyue regions. Some of his most well-known works in the game include “Rex Incognito,” “Lover’s Oath,” and “Lone Sojourner.”
Achievements and Awards
In 2020, Yu-Peng Chen and the HOYO-MiX music team achieved remarkable success, winning three awards for their soundtracks in Genshin Impact.
Other Contributions
Apart from Genshin Impact, Yu-Peng Chen has also contributed to other games such as Moonlight Blade, a martial arts-themed MMORPG developed by Tencent Games.
Yu-Peng Chen’s Musical Expertise
Yu-Peng Chen is a musical virtuoso with a diverse portfolio. He has composed scores for various genres including film, orchestral, traditional, and indie music. Additionally, he is proficient in multiple instruments such as the piano, guitar, clarinet, tin whistle, and the Chinese flute known as the xiao.
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