Schell Games Debuts Original Theme Song by Haley Reinhart for I Expect You To Die 3: Cog In The Machine

Watch the opening credits featuring Reinhart’s single “Cog in the Machine” and pre-order the
spy-themed VR puzzler now for Meta Quest 2, Meta Quest Pro, and Meta Quest 3

PITTSBURGH, PA — JUNE 14, 2023 – Today, Schell Games revealed the opening credits for I Expect You To Die 3: Cog in the Machine. Featuring a soulful single by singer, songwriter, and actress Haley Reinhart, the credits give viewers a glimpse into the latest installment of this classic VR series. I Expect You To Die 3: Cog in the Machine launches Summer 2023 for Meta Quest 2, Meta Quest Pro, and Meta Quest 3 and Fall 2023 for SteamVR. Eager agents can now pre-order the spy-themed, escape room puzzle game for a
10% discount on the Meta Quest Store.

Watch the opening credits featuring “Cog in the Machine” here: https://youtu.be/J4KgdaWF03E

Known for her distinctive, soul-soothing covers of “Can’t Help Falling In Love,” “Nothing Else Matters,” and more, Reinhart’s rasp and depth set the tone for the Agent’s next adventure. The VR puzzler’s intro sequence showcases the motivations of the game’s newest villain, Dr. Roxana Prism, and invites the Agent to prove themselves against her robot creations. Reinhart’s vocals, combined with Schell Games’ title sequence, provide a captivating experience that propels players into I Expect You To Die 3’s spy-fi world. 

“Paying homage to the 1960’s spy-fi inspired world of I Expect You To Die drew me to this project initially,” said singer Haley Reinhart. “My performance was inspired by the energy of the opening sequences of the first two games along with the sweeping melodies and robust orchestral sound featured on ‘Cog In The Machine.’ It was an absolute thrill to work with such an amazing team and channel a James Bond-like vocal performance (e.g. Shirley Bassey). I can’t wait for the world to experience it!”

“The intro sequences for the IEYTD games are pivotal in preparing players for the adventures ahead, and Haley’s talent brings the song behind I Expect You To Die 3 to life in a powerfully cinematic way,” said Jesse Schell, CEO of Schell Games. “‘Cog in the Machine’ adds an extra level of intrigue, and Haley’s talent captures the emotion of Dr. Prism perfectly. We are proud to continue our tradition of custom-written songs for each I Expect You To Die game, and Haley absolutely knocked this performance out of the park.”

I Expect You To Die 3: Cog in the Machine is the latest title in Schell Games’ award-winning spy-themed VR puzzle series. Players will travel to action-packed locations, wield complex gadgets, engage robots, and harness their telekinetic powers to solve complex puzzles and stop Dr. Zor’s plans. Players encounter Dr. Prism, her sidekick Robutler, and her various robot agents as they work to once again save the world.

For more information about I Expect You To Die 3: Cog In The Machine, sign up for the email newsletter on the game’s website, join the community Discord, or view the press kit.

About Schell Games
Schell Games is the largest full-service entertainment and educational game development company in the United States. Founded in 2002 by award-winning game designer and author Jesse Schell, the company’s talented array of artists, engineers, producers, and game designers create original games for PC, VR/AR, and mobile, including Among Us VR, a brand new VR experience inspired by the award-winning original game; I Expect You To Die, an award-winning VR puzzle game franchise; Until You Fall, a VR sword fighting game; Happy Atoms, a digital and physical interactive molecular chemistry learning set; Lost Recipes, a VR historical cooking simulator; and HoloLAB Champions, a VR chemistry lab practice game. In addition to creating original games, the company counts some of the world’s most respected brands as clients, including The Walt Disney Company, Google, Meta, Microsoft, LEGO, Yale University, Universal Studios, Fred Rogers Productions, holoride, The Smithsonian Institute, and the US Department of Education. For more information on Schell Games, visit https://www.schellgames.com.

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