Josh Trentadue

The very first video game I ever remember was Sonic the Hedgehog 2 for the SEGA Genesis (or Mega Drive, as it's known in a few other regions). The very first memory I have of a video game was of my mom and dad competing against each other in the multiplayer races featured in that game. I was immediately hooked.

While the Sonic the Hedgehog video game franchise was one that permeated throughout much of my life (for better and for worse), I would eventually become introduced to other platformers such as Freedom Planet, the Mario and Kirby series, and A Hat in Time. All of these games have similar characteristics, each defined in its own way, that represent different elements of the platformer genre -- games that ultimately require split-second decisions that can either make or break a particularly challenging obstacle or passage, a boss battle, a special bonus stage to obtain unique items, or a perfect playthrough. These decisions are especially crucial for the faster-paced adventures, where time isn't necessarily on the player's side.

Hilltop Run is an ode and a love letter to the platformer video games I grew up with and still continue to play to this day. The piece conjures up the imagination of a speedy character blazing through the lush, green, and naturally beautiful landscapes of their home that they always strive to preserve, protect, and defend. They are met with intense challenges during their heroic battles against the villainous foes who strive to destroy and pollute these landscapes for personal gain. However, in the end, it is the heroes of these games who always win, seeking additional and greater adventures on the path that lies ahead.

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