At the galaxy’s edge, ambition burns brighter than the stars.
Welcome to The Reach — a realm of fractured empires, bold explorers, and lingering mysteries of a forgotten age. Arcs isn’t just a game about navigating this treacherous expanse; it’s a full‑bodied experience of survival, diplomacy, and discovery. To bring that vision to life, we’ve crafted an original 8‑track soundtrack paired with hand‑illustrated, retro‑futuristic artwork that breathes soul into every corner of this universe.
The Sound of The Reach
Each composition tells a different story:
- The Reach Awakens – A sweeping overture of quiet tension and boundless scale.
- Silent Gateways – Minimalist textures for the eerie, derelict corridors between worlds.
- Voices in the Court – Chamber‑like rhythms echoing the scheming heart of galactic politics.
- Engines of Ambition – Industrial pulses driving the restless hum of war machines.
- Battle in the Void – Explosive percussive energy capturing the chaos of starship warfare.
- Relics of Forgotten Stars – A haunting, slow‑burning meditation on lost civilizations.
- Outrage and Resolve – A march of unyielding resolve as tensions ignite.
- Eclipse Over the Reach – A final crescendo, balancing hope and ruin beneath a dying star.
This isn’t just background music — it’s a score for the struggles of leaders, the roar of engines, and the quiet whispers of relics hidden in the void.
A Visual Chronicle
In tandem with the music, we’ve created a series of visual pieces reflecting the tone of each track. These images are rendered in a hand‑inked, comic‑inspired style with watercolor textures, echoing the game’s art direction:
- Starship fleets suspended over fractured planets.
- Shadowed halls where alien diplomats make their plays.
- Ancient, rune‑scarred relics glowing faintly in forgotten ruins.
Every illustration is meant to transport you deeper into The Reach — a place where every choice carries weight and every silence hides a story.
Why This Matters
Arcs thrives on immersion. The mix of sound and vision elevates the journey from a tactical experience to a living, breathing narrative, allowing players to feel the tension of a desperate gamble or the awe of unearthing an ancient mystery.
This is more than music. More than art. It’s the emotional fabric of The Reach, stitched together for you to explore.