The Forever Ago soundtrack is an original, 30-track score composed by Australian composer Clark Aboud and published by Annapurna Interactive. Released alongside the narrative adventure game on October 8, 2026, the album is available across major digital storefronts and streaming services, including Spotify, Apple Music, and the Epic Games Store.
Who Composed the Forever Ago Soundtrack?
Clark Aboud created the entire original score for Third Shift's debut title. Aboud is widely recognized in the video game music space for his diverse range of projects:
- Slay the Spire and Slay the Spire: Reslain
- Kind Words (lo-fi chill beats) and Kind Words 2 (lo-fi city pop)
- Lost Eidolons
- Make Sail
- Factory Town
- Timeframe
For Forever Ago, Aboud departs from the energetic orchestral drive of Slay the Spire and the electronic chill-hop of Kind Words, opting instead for an intimate, acoustic-led soundscape tailored to a story about aging, grief, and reflection.
Soundtrack Style and Confirmed Tracks
The Forever Ago score spans 30 tracks consisting primarily of acoustic instrumentation, expressive piano motifs, and lush strings. The sound design deliberately mirrors Alfred's road trip along the American Pacific coast, weaving in subtle folk and country acoustic stylings during contemplative travel sequences.
Two prominent standalone singles were issued by Annapurna Interactive ahead of the game's wider debut:
| Track Title | Single Release Date | Track Length | Composer / Label |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leave Home Behind | September 8, 2026 | 2:47 | Clark Aboud / Annapurna Interactive |
| Forever Yours | September 8, 2026 | 2:50 | Clark Aboud / Annapurna Interactive |
Beyond the ambient and instrumental background pieces, the soundtrack incorporates vocal music at pivotal storytelling moments:
- Narrative Vocal Tracks: Early critical reviews highlight two distinct vocal songs that appear sparingly during critical emotional climaxes.
- Opening Country-Folk Piece: A melancholic, vocal-driven track plays during the prologue transition right after Alfred and Audrey share their memories at Wilson Falls in 1974.
The music dynamically matches player exploration, swelling during scenic overlooks or photo opportunities and shifting into tense, subdued ambient tones when Alfred enters disorienting memory states.
Where to Listen and Purchase the Soundtrack
Listeners can access the Forever Ago score through both streaming catalogs and standalone digital music purchases:
- Streaming Platforms: The full album and early singles ("Forever Yours" and "Leave Home Behind") are actively streaming on Spotify and Apple Music under artist Clark Aboud.
- Epic Games Store: Available as a standalone add-on titled Forever Ago (Original Soundtrack) for $6.99 (launch promotion priced at $6.29). It is also offered as part of the Forever Ago - Soundtrack Bundle alongside the base game for $22.99.
- Steam & Console Storefronts: Bundled and standalone purchase options appear on platform store pages alongside the game's release on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch 2.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many songs are on the official Forever Ago soundtrack?
The complete release contains 30 tracks, spanning instrumental ambient explorations, acoustic guitar pieces, and selected vocal tracks.
Is the Forever Ago soundtrack safe for streamers and content creators?
The score consists entirely of original music composed by Clark Aboud and published by Annapurna Interactive. However, because tracks like "Forever Yours" and "Leave Home Behind" are registered across content ID platforms via commercial streaming distributors, creators should review their platform-specific copyright claim settings when broadcasting gameplay with music enabled.
Does the game feature licensed radio music?
The game does not rely on a commercial licensed radio roster. The entire experience is framed by Clark Aboud's original acoustic, folk, and ambient compositions.
