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The SFV soundtrack is bursting with variety, from incredible remixes to all-new standout tunes that expertly blend musical genres. A new podcast is coming your way SHOW NOTES0:00:00 – Opening Theme (SFV Arcade Edition)0:16:58 – Theme of Laura (SFV)0:20:33 – Theme of Karin (SFV)0:23:50 – Theme of Rashid (SFV)0:32:24 – Temple of Ascension Alternative -Japan [...]
We examine seven years’ worth of incredible SFIV tunes, from the 2009 original and to its Ultra conclusion. Download now SHOW NOTES0:00:00 – Volcanic Rim Stage (SFIV)0:17:07 – Theme of Guile (SFIV)0:20:19 – Theme of Sakura (SFIV)0:23:28 – Theme of Zangief (SFIV)0:29:30 – Overpass Stage – Tokyo (SFIV)0:32:48 – Morning Mist Bay Stage – Vietnam [...]
A new generation of fighters appears, and with them comes an amazing assortment of jazz, dance, hip hop & industrial tunes. Get caught up with the entire Street Fighter III series! Let’s get it on now 54321 SHOW NOTES0:00:00 – Third Strike (Infinite, 3rd Strike)0:17:42 – Player Select (New Generation)0:18:14 – Jazzy NYC Underground Edit [...]
Street Fighter moves forward by stepping backwards… in time! Get ready for anime-infused tunes from Alpha 1 and 2, then the insane breakbeats of Alpha 3. Go for broke! SHOW NOTES0:00:00 – Opening Theme (SF Alpha 2)0:18:41 – Character Select (Alpha, Alpha 2)0:19:40 – Nash Stage (Alpha, Alpha 2)0:21:39 – Adon Stage (Alpha, Alpha 2)0:23:51 [...]
Here comes a new podcast, and it’s Rocktober in September – Rocktember, baby! Brace yourself for a series of street fightin’ tunes, starting with the arcade original and its world-famous sequel. Surprise! SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Title Theme (SFII: The World Warrior)0:07:26 – Birdie’s Theme (SF)0:09:10 – Bonus Stage 2 – Breaking Boards (SF)0:27:19 – [...]
Before we bow out for an indefinite hiatus, journey from 65 million BC to parallel dimensions in this Lavos-sized 150th episode. To far away times SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Presentiment / Chrono Trigger0:25:48 – Guardia Millennial Fair (CT)0:29:02 – Memories of Green (CT)0:32:54 – Wind Scene (CT)0:36:16 – Secret of the Forest (CT)0:48:58 – Battle [...]
A gritty trip to the year 4444 and a gorgeous retro revival are just two of the amazing OSTs we discuss in this second Contra conversation. Download now SHOW NOTES0:00:00 – Venus (Shattered Soldier)0:17:39 – Fortress (Shattered Soldier)0:21:18 – Battle Train (Shattered Soldier)0:29:31 – Maximum Speed (Shattered Soldier)0:42:56 – Neo Contra (Neo Contra)0:46:49 – Safety [...]
Grab your Spread Guns and hoof it through an audio overload of amazing Contra tunes, from its arcade origins to the 16-bit technological marvels. Download Now 0:00:00 – Jungle Battle (Contra)0:17:56 – Maze Fortress 1 (Contra)0:19:34 – Maze Fortress 3D Boss (Contra)0:21:00 – Waterfall of Bloodshed (Contra)0:22:39 – Shivery Beat (Contra)0:34:52 – Thunder Landing (Super [...]
It’s Kombat Time! Let’s look back on the first four games in this klassic fighting game franchise, from the gruesome arcade original to the polygonal MK4. Download Now SHOW NOTES0:00:00 – In The Beginning (MK1)0:22:44 – Hall (MK1)0:24:23 – Courtyard (MK1)0:27:10 – Warrior’s Shrine (MK1)0:30:19 – The Pit (MK1)0:46:00 – Prologue: The Battlefield (MKII)0:47:29 – [...]
Over TWO HOURS of unforgettable music and moments from 2018, including jams from Monster Hunter: World, Octopath Traveler, Tetris Effect, Gris, Celeste, Deltarune and much more! Download Now 0:00:00 – Tite Mites (Astro Bot Rescue Mission) 0:13:20 – First Steps (Celeste) 0:17:00 – Scattered and Lost (Celeste) 0:22:51 – Confronting Myself (Celeste) 0:33:24 – Savage [...]
One of our favorite games of the year also happens to sport our favorite soundtrack of 2018! We sample a handful of tunes from this 8-bit homage while discussing the game’s themes, design and excellent use of new-game-plussery. Download Now SHOW NOTES 00:00 – Opening 14:23 – Moonlight Temptation 17:43 – Frigid Hell 21:15 – [...]
Oppressive ambiance abounds in this look at the early days of the Fallout series. Download Now 0:00:00 – “Maybe” (Fallout) 0:15:05 – Moribund World (Fallout) 0:18:11 – A Trader’s Life (Fallout) 0:22:11 – Second Chance (Fallout) 0:39:48 – Khans of the New California (Fallout) 0:43:10 – Metallic Monks (Fallout) 0:46:38 – Radiation Storm (Fallout) 0:50:32 [...]
Rock out to the monstrous melodies of Devilish and Alien 3 – two horror-themed Genesis titles that sport inhumanly good tunes! Download Now 00:00 – Clock Tower (Devilish) 09:41 – Graveyard (Devilish) 10:53 – Waterfalls (Devilish) 17:06 – Prairie (Devilish) 19:55 – Final Boss (Devilish) 29:50 – Main Theme (Alien 3) 32:48 – Stage 2 [...]
Rarely seen or heard outside Japan, Gleylancer and Star Cruiser boast some of the best space-faring tunes the Mega Drive had to offer. From ’80s-style montages to heartfelt ballads to synthy noir, both titles are a treat to behold. Download now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Story Start (Gleylancer) 0:11:56 – Asteroid Field (Gleylancer) 0:14:34 – [...]
Battle Lovecraftian horrors and hurl lightning from your fingertips in this adventurous episode celebrating El Viento and Alisia Dragoon! Download Now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Opening Theme (El Viento) 0:12:50 – Main Theme (El Viento) 0:14:16 – Stage 1 NYC (El Viento) 0:15:57 – Intermission (El Viento) 0:23:53 – Stage 2 Park (El Viento) 0:26:27 [...]
A pair of anime gunslingers scream across the screen in this extra loud, extra rockin’ episode! We’re examining the upbeat energy of the Battle Mania series, which includes Trouble Shooter and its only-in-Japan sequel. Download now SHOW NOTES 00:00 – Burning Heart (Battle Mania Daiginjou) 12:43 – Twilight Express (Battle Mania Daiginjou) 14:06 – Blue Sky [...]
We’re kicking off a whole month of episodes devoted to the joy of FM Synthesis done right. This first foray into semi-obscure tunes includes Elemental Master and Panorama Cotton, two shmups that feature humanoid heroes and unbelievably good soundtracks! Download Now 00:00 – Dance of Flame (Elemental Master) 13:24 – Like the Wind (Elemental Master) [...]
Though it’s frequently called the worst Final Fantasy game of all time, or at least one of the weakest, we’re here to say THAT AIN’T SO! Not only is the game itself perfectly decent, the soundtrack is every bit as incredible as the proper numbered entries. Get ready for some heavy shreddin’ guitar! Download Now [...]
Rock out to three hard-hitting NES soundtracks powered by Naoki Kodaka and the talented team at Sunsoft. We’re diving into Gremlins 2, Fester’s Quest and Journey to Silius! Download Now SHOW NOTES 00:00 – Stage 1 (Gremlins 2) 08:42 – Stage 3 (Gremlins 2) 10:26 – Stage 5 (Gremlins 2) 23:24 – Overworld (Fester’s Quest) [...]
While familiar faces continued their usual streak of excellence, there were loads of newcomers that provided some of the year’s best VGM. This hefty episode looks at a bit of everything, from recurring brands like Zelda, Sonic, Xenoblade and Ys, to fresh experiences like Horizon, Cuphead and Prey. Light spoilers ahead! Download now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 [...]
Firearms and fantasy collide in this early-90s cyberpunk RPG series. We begin with the SNES original and its Carpenter-meets-Smash-TV soundtrack, then listen to wildly different takes on the Genesis and Mega CD. Three platforms, three completely distinct games! Download Now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Seattle 2050 (Shadowrun SNES) 0:12:54 – Morgue (SNES) 0:17:06 – Tenth Street [...]
As the NES began its march into obscurity, Taito released two solid titles that didn’t get their due attention for several years – Little Samson and Panic Restaurant. Both have great soundtracks, but they’re also nifty little games! Download now SHOW NOTES 00:00 – Title Screen (Little Samson) 07:44 – Little Samson Theme (Little Samson) [...]
One of the absolute greatest games of all time also sports a peppy, anxious soundtrack. Listen as we gush over this 1994 re-imagining of Nintendo’s oldest rivalry. Download Now SHOW NOTES 00:00 – Title Screen 08:47 – Big City 11:00 – Desert 17:32 – Theme 2 19:08 – Theme 5 19:54 – Theme 6 [...]
Nearly 30 years old, the Blaster Master series peaked on the NES and spent decades trying to recapture the magic. And part of that game’s success was the incredible soundtrack! Let’s listen to some classic jams and then explore the series’ Sega, PlayStation and Switch sequels. Download Now SHOW NOTES 00:00 – Area 1 (Blaster [...]
We discuss the music and mind-bending madness behind 999, Virtue’s Last Reward and Zero Time Dilemma. Get ready for catchy dance tunes, light industrial clanging and trippy talks about time travel and morphic fields! Download Now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Digital Root (999) 0:10:04 – Ternary Game (999) 0:15:15 – Extreme Extrication (999) 0:23:27 – [...]
The Nintendo 64 didn’t have the third party support of the PlayStation, but Iguana’s Turok series ruled the FPS roost for the platform’s entire life cycle. The 1997 original turns 20 this month, so let’s examine the booming, epic scores of the four N64 hits. Download Now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Port of Adia (Seeds [...]
Before he was made of yarn or a stylus-guided sphere, Kirby ruled the original Game Boy and starred in several console classics. This week we examine Kirby’s pre-2000 era, which includes bubbly tunes from Adventure, Super Star and all three Dream Land titles. Download Now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Green Greens (Dream Land) 0:09:35 – [...]
The Soul Calibur series kicked off 20 years ago with Soul Blade, the PS1 home conversion of arcade hit Soul Edge. This episode we look at Edge and Blade, which have no fewer than THREE official soundtracks to explore. Download Now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – The Edge of Soul (Soul Blade) 0:13:02 – Epic Calling [...]
While there was plenty to dislike about 2016, at least we got several top-notch game soundtracks! Let’s listen to numerous examples of modern VGM excellence, from Doom to Furi to Watch Dogs 2. Download Now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Rip & Tear (Doom) 0:11:07 – At Doom’s Gate (Doom) 0:12:16 – Flesh & Metal (Doom) 0:18:52 [...]
The Last Guardian is FINALLY out, and its PS2 predecessors have cast a decade-long shadow over its development. Odds are LG will turn out fine, but as you’ll see from this selection of tunes from ICO and Shadow of the Colossus, it has some big shoes to fill! Download SHOW NOTES 00:00 – Castle in [...]
Our final foray into the world of Shin Megami Tensei tackles the Devil Survivor sub series, then whirls through Last Bible, Jack Bros and Demi Kids before concluding the month with Tokyo Mirage Sessions. Download Now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Opening (Devil Survivor 2) 0:10:02 – Action (Devil Survivor) 0:12:57 – Battle Beat (Devil Survivor) [...]
With the numbered SMT titles handled, it’s time to examine its Devil Summoner spinoff series, which begins on the Sega Saturn and extends all the way to the PS2. We also briefly discuss Strange Journey, the spinoff that was almost a proper mainline sequel. Download Now SHOW NOTES 00:00 – Theme (SMT Devil Summoner: Raidou [...]
Shin Megami Tensei grows up with two stylish sequels separated by a decade of real world time. We begin with PS2 demon-em-up SMT Nocturne, then jam out to incredibly moody tunes from 2013’s SMT IV. Download Now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Title 2 (Shin Megami Tensei III: Nocturne) 0:11:10 – Large Map (SMT Nocturne) 0:13:27 – [...]
ROCKTOBER RETURNS with a month of sinisiter Shin Megami Tensei tunes! We begin with a trio of Super Famicom titles that laid the groundwork for an entire series and its numerous spinoffs, yet never really left Japan. That’s SMT I, II and the lesser known If… Download Now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Dream (Shin Megami [...]
Eclectic, uplifting tunes from two nearly forgotten PS1 fighting games. The first fizzled despite a cool quest mode and FFVII demo, while the second never made it stateside – so now’s your chance to hear their exceptional soundtracks! Download now SHOW NOTES 00:00 – Intro Cutscene (Tobal No 1) 10:18 – Cloud City (Tobal No [...]
The Boundin’ Bandicoot turns 20 years old this month, so we’re looking back at his original PlayStation adventures. Thumping drums, twangy rock and tinkly xylophones provide a backdrop for this chart-topping trilogy. Download now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – N Sanity Beach (Crash Bandicoot) 0:12:57 – Hog Wild (Crash Bandicoot) 0:15:11 – Pinstripe (Crash Bandicoot) 0:17:21 [...]
We take a tour through the first three Star Fox soundtracks and discuss the brand’s many unique selling points, from its muppet animal heroes to its gamey-orchestral jams. SNES and N64 tunes incoming! Download Now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Main Theme (Star Fox) 0:18:25 – Emergency Call (Star Fox) 0:18:45 – Corneria (Star Fox) 0:25:21 [...]
Celebrating over 10 years of incredible orchestral tunes, from the original PS2 title through the latest MH Generations. With guest Yuri Araujo! Download Now 0:00:00 – Main Theme (MH) 0:10:07 – Forest and Hills / Rathalos (MH) 0:11:46 – Yian Garuga (MH) 0:23:30 – Desert (MH Dos / Freedom 2 / Freedom Unite) 0:25:03 – [...]
Look, we had to do a Super Mario episode at some point, and with Mario 64 turning 20 it seemed like a great time to look back on SMB1~64 and discuss its well-known (but still quite good) tunes. Download now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – File Select (Mario 64) 0:19:18 – Ground Theme (SMB2) 0:20:51 – [...]
One great game, two great soundtracks. Composer Spencer Nilsen joins us to talk through both US and Japanese Sonic CD tunes, with emphasis on the “present day” tracks that anchor Sonic’s time-traveling adventure. Download Now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Sonic Boom (Short Version) 0:12:39 – Palmtree Panic (US) 0:14:28 – Palmtree Panic (JP) 0:20:33 – [...]
The composer of Batman Returns, Ecco the Dolphin and Spider-Man vs The Kingpin joins us LIVE to discuss the creation of three incredible Sega CD soundtracks. Download Now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Act 1 Driving (Batman Returns) 0:16:20 – Platforming Area (Batman Returns) 0:18:50 – Schreck’s Wonderland (Batman Returns) 0:21:42 – Act 2 Driving (Batman [...]
Composer Alexander Brandon joins us to talk about the 2000 sneak-em-up Deus Ex and its sequel, Invisible War. Cyberpunk spy tunes await! Download SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Title (Deus Ex) 0:20:39 – UNATCO (Deus Ex) 0:22:46 – NYC Streets (Deus Ex) 0:25:02 – NYC Bar 2 (Deus Ex) 0:37:12 – Enemy Within (Deus Ex) 0:39:00 [...]
Even after a whole episode of Batman tunes, we had to devote a VGMini to this Game Boy title that sports tunes from Mega Man composer Manami Matsumae. Download Now SHOW NOTES 00:00 – The Sewers 09:04 – Boss Battle 10:00 – The Train 15:33 – Limestone Cavern 17:02 – Vs Joker 23:08 – Ending
Top composers from across Japan graced the Caped Crusader’s NES, SNES, Genesis and even Game Boy titles, cementing a VGM legacy that no other hero can touch. Listen along as we play amazing jams from 1990 and beyond. Download now 00:00 – Stage 1 (Batman NES) 07:07 – Stage 3 (Batman NES) 08:17 – [...]
We don’t wanna make promises we can’t keep, but this early 90s Superman game has an unexpectedly great OST that channels Streets of Rage and Out Run. A fine example of the console put to good use – a must listen! Download 00:00 – Title Screen 08:12 – Round 1 11:39 – Boss BGM 1 13:32 [...]
We complete our Zelda audio triforce by discussing Skyward Sword, Spirit Tracks and Link Between Worlds, plus touch on the newly released Twilight Princess HD. Download Now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Hyrule Field (Twilight Princess) 0:20:51 – Exploring the Sky (Skyward Sword) 0:24:10 – Lanaryu Desert (Skyward Sword) 0:27:58 – Ancient Automaton Koloktos Allegro (Skyward [...]
Jackie Chan took the US by storm with 1996’s Rumble in the Bronx, but NES and TurboGrafx players likely already knew him as the star of this cute, delightful platformer. More importantly, both versions of the soundtrack are immensely enjoyable and way better than most celebrity games have any right to be. Download now SHOW [...]
Ten years before it became an MMO sensation, Warcraft was one of the most revered strategy series on the market. Part of its appeal was its thunderous yet listenable war tunes that mixed orchestral grandeur with videogamey toe-tapping goodness. Download Now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Orc Theme 2 (Tides of Darkness) 0:13:46 – Angelfire (Orcs [...]
This early Super NES RPG didn’t stand the test of time, but its soundtrack sure did! Listen along as we rattle off some of the game’s incredible Ys-like tunes. Download now SHOW NOTES 00:00 – Premonition (Lagoon) 07:34 – Master of Water (Lagoon) 09:26 – Prince of Darkness (Lagoon) 14:05 – Armed and Ready (Lagoon) 20:04 – Tales [...]
When you think about vikings, you don’t usually picture early 90s dance music. But composer Charles Deenan sure did, and used a mix of keyboards, guitars and beats to craft one of my favorite SNES soundtracks. Download Now Show Notes: 00:00 – Title Screen (Lost Vikings) 12:56 – Space Area (Lost Vikings) 14:55 – Egyptian [...]
One of 2015’s best soundtracks gets its own episode! We discuss not only the game’s relentlessly upbeat tunes, but also its unique Nickelodeon meets Jet Grind Radio universe. Download now SHOW NOTES 00:00 – Splattack 08:40 – Ink or Sink 11:15 – Seaskape 14:10 – Metalopod 24:06 – Friend List 26:11 – Hooked 28:37 – Eight-Legged [...]
An all new assortment of upbeat, life-affirming tracks from Dream Team and Paper Jam, plus we return to the SNES original for a pair of 1996 gems. Infectious positivity you can’t resist! Download SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Ready for a New Adventure (Paper Jam) 0:07:33 – Mixed Up Scramble (Paper Jam) 0:10:29 – Let’s Fight [...]
David Bowie’s reach extended even to video games, perhaps most so in this 1999 sci-fi adventure. We look at some of his tracks that debuted here, plus the BGM from composer Xavier Despas. Download SHOW NOTES 00:00 – New Angels of Promise 11:53 – Anekbah Theme 13:39 – Opening Theme 17:11 – File Select 23:11 [...]
Who coulda guessed an obscure shooter series would have incredible, blood pumping music? Oh, actually, guest Patrick Kulikowski knew, and brought tunes from all three Mahou Daisakusen games. Download now 0:00:00 – Saddle Horn (Kingdom Grand Prix) 0:06:52 – Sorcer Striker (Mahou Daisakusen) 0:10:00 – Rock The Accept (Mahou Daisakusen) 0:19:11 – Lead Departure (Kingdom [...]
Our second Album of the Year award goes to Undertale, which lovingly combines the sounds of the NES and SNES with modern chiptunery. The result is a 100-track OST that can’t be missed – but be prepared for some light spoilers! Download now We all kind of agree that RPG battle music rules, right? Well, [...]
We’re just about ready to reveal our 2015 Album of the Year (those who listened to the Year in Review probably have a good idea what it’ll be) but before we do, we have a brief Q&A with the composer of last year’s AOTY winner! Composer David Wise took some time and answered a series [...]
A 90 minute look back at some of 2015’s best tracks, including songs from Ori and the Blind Forest, Bloodborne and Codename STEAM. Download now TRACK LIST 0:00:00 – Main Theme (Rocket League) 0:07:31 – Title Screen (Fast Racing Neo) 0:14:07 – RC Pro Am museum theme (Rare Replay) 0:15:09 – Cobra Triangle museum theme [...]
After years of empty threats, Chris finally lands his Kickle Cubicle episode. And it just so happens to be our very first VGMini, a new sub-series that looks at games that might otherwise never get their own show. Download now TRACK LIST 00:00 – Stage Theme 06:12 – Password Theme 06:58 – Boss Battle 12:58 [...]
We chat with the world-famous composer about Earthworm Jim, the early days of game music and how Video Games Live came to be, all while listening to choice tunes from his second Greatest Hits album. Download now 0:00:00 – Launch (PlayStation Demo Disc) 0:16:26 – Champion (Madden NFL 96) 0:17:31 – The Chosen (Skeleton Warriors) 0:19:36 [...]
Grab a map and some headphones for OverClocked ReMix’s FIIIIIFTY FIIIIIFTH concept album, which focuses on all the great overworld and map tunes from the Mario universe! That means tracks from Super Mario World, Mario 3, New SMB 2 and everything in between. Grab it over here for free! I’ve only just started listening but the [...]
Incredible synth jams from two overlooked katana-em-ups. There may only be two games to discuss, but holy crap get ready for sincere 80s awesomeness. Download now 0:00:00 – Daddy Mulk (The Ninja Warriors 87) 0:09:37 – Are You Lady (The Ninja Warriors 87) 0:11:59 – Japanese Smile (The Ninja Warriors 87) 0:21:49 – Motherless Children (The Ninja [...]
If you’re a fan of Rare’s Bear & Bird duo then odds are you’ve been following the creation of Yooka-Laylee, the Mighty Number 9 / Bloodstained-style spiritual successor to Banjo Kazooie. Numerous ex-Rare folks are on board, including Banjo’s original voice, level designers from the N64 days and several others who date back to the [...]
Platformer percussion from the man behind The Police. Like literally behind, since we’re talking about drummer and composer Stewart Copeland! Download Now 0:00:00 – Opening (Spyro the Dragon) 0:09:27 – Crystal Flight (Spyro the Dragon) 0:12:43 – Blowhard (Spyro the Dragon) 0:15:56 – Wild Flight (Spyro the Dragon) 0:22:37 – Twilight Harbor (Spyro the Dragon) [...]
Though I no longer work at Capcom, one of the last projects I worked on was this thorough and top-notch SFII soundtrack. The fine folks at Brave Wave have spared no expense in order to bring you the absolute best version of the classic SFII OST – both CPS1 and CPS2! The album will be [...]
You may have seen my post over on LaserTime already, but in the off chance you don’t visit that fine, wonderful site on a regular basis, I’mma post today’s big update here, too. The tl;dr version is that you can now directly support the show through Patreon, and there’s a lot more everything on the way! [...]
Rocktober 2015 concludes with incredible MM10 jams, surprising tracks from Wily Wars and a trio of tunes from Mega Man and Bass. Download Now 0:00:00 – Title (MM10) 0:07:53 – Solar Man (MM10) 0:10:35 – Strike Man (MM10) 0:12:37 – Blade Man (MM10) 0:20:25 – Nitro Man (MM10) 0:22:48 – Wily 2 (MM10) 0:25:08 – [...]
We travel from 1995 all the way to 2009 with this look at MM7, 8 and 9. SNES tunes, PSX dance grooves and modern-era chiptunes await. Download Now 0:00:00 – Title (MM7) 0:11:30 – Bass (MM7) 0:12:58 – Freeze Man (MM7) 0:15:21 – Shade Man (MM7) 0:22:32 – Wily 1 (MM7) 0:25:04 – Wily 2 [...]
The second NES trilogy keeps the mega music moving with amazing jams like Skull Man, Stone Man and Mr X Castle. Download Now 0:00:00 – Opening 2 (MM4) 0:10:50 – Ring Man (MM4) 0:12:17 – Bright Man (MM4) 0:13:36 – Dust Man (MM4) 0:23:27 – Dive Man (MM4) 0:25:12 – Skull Man (MM4) 0:26:56 – [...]
ROCKTOBER 2015 kicks off with a deep dive into the first three Mega Man games. Download Now 0:00:00 – Opening and Title (MM2) 0:13:01 – Cut Man (MM1) 0:14:31 – Elec Man (MM1) 0:16:01 – Bomb Man (MM1) 0:22:42 – Fire Man (MM1) 0:23:47 – Wily 1 (MM1) 0:30:22 – Bubble Man (MM2) 0:31:40 – [...]
During a recent trip to Japan, I spent a fair amount of time perusing local game shops and retail chains in search of legit game music purchases. While I did indeed buy a lot while over there, I never did see the OST to the first Wild Arms, which had been on my mind since [...]
Sure, we just passed our milestone 100th episode (with Rocktober 2015 on the way, no less!), but chances are you’re in the market for even more game music podcasts. If that’s the case, hop over to one of these shows for alternate takes on some of the best tunes out there! Legacy Music Hour After a brief [...]
Numerous VGMpire guests share their favorite game tunes of all time as part of our milestone 100th episode. Download now 0:00:00 – Title Screen (Silver Surfer) 0:08:33 – Vane (Lunar: The Silver Star) 0:12:50 – First Step Towards War (Ys Book I) 0:17:02 – Level 1 (Section Z) 0:23:23 – Never More (Persona 4) 0:30:41 [...]
Three classic bike-em-ups from the 16-bit days bring us one step closer to 100 episodes. Hope you like FM guitars! Download now 0:00:00 – Main Theme (Road Rash) 0:10:01 – Grass Valley (Road Rash) 0:14:37 – Pacific Coast (Road Rash) 0:18:01 – Redwood Forest (Road Rash) 0:25:21 – Hawaii (Road Rash 2) 0:31:19 – Vermont (Road Rash 2) 0:33:25 – Main Theme [...]
An hour of soul soothing tunes from three easygoing flight sims. Time to relax! Download now 00:00 – Title Screen (Pilotwings) 08:40 – Light Plane (Pilotwings) 10:25 – Skydiving (Pilotwings) 11:55 – Rocketbelt (Pilotwings) 16:40 – Hang Glider (Pilotwings) 18:18 – Helicopter (Pilotwings) 27:00 – Hang Glider (Pilotwings 64) 32:12 – Rocketbelt (Pilotwings 64) 36:02 [...]
Celebrating 20 years of eggcellent tunes, all the way from the NES to the 3DS. Download now 0:00:00 – Title Screen (Yoshi’s Island) 0:09:48 – Flower Garden (Yoshi’s Island) 0:12:40 – Athletic (Yoshi’s Island) 0:14:50 – Overworld (Yoshi’s Island) 0:25:05 – Fortress (Yoshi’s Island) 0:27:10 – Underground (Yoshi’s Island) 0:28:55 – Bowser Battle (Yoshi’s Island) [...]
From sweeping orchestral openings to hard rockin battle tunes, the Grandia series has something for everyone. Download now 0:00:00 – Theme of Grandia (Grandia) 0:11:25 – Town of Palm (Grandia) 0:14:53 – Snowy Laine Village (Grandia) 0:19:10 – Battle 3 (Grandia) 0:28:32 – Carbo (Grandia II) 0:33:16 – Dangerous Zone (Grandia II) 0:36:49 – Fight [...]
An extensive look at the seminal beat em up series, including the NES originals, spin offs and Neon. Download now 0:00:00 – Double Dragon (Double Dragon) 0:14:02 – The Black Warriors Arrive (Double Dragon) 0:16:39 – Riot (Double Dragon) 0:18:04 – Woods (Double Dragon) 0:20:29 – Old Nemesis Willy (Double Dragon) 0:31:54 – Unleashing the [...]
Unbelievably good tracks from two mid 90s brawlers. Buckle up! Download now 0:00:00 – Eiji’s Theme (Toshinden 2) 0:13:13 – Duke (Toshinden 2) 0:16:12 – Ellis (Tohshinden 2) 0:19:25 – Chaos (Toshinden 2) 0:29:29 – Rungo (Toshinden 2) 0:32:46 – Sofia (Toshinden 2) 0:35:47 – Mondo (Toshinden 2) 0:40:40 – Tracy (Toshinden 2) 0:43:48 – [...]
Be a hero and save America by listening to great tracks from two classic Avengers beat em ups. OK GO 00:00 – Title Theme (Captain America and the Avengers) 11:00 – Scene 1 (CAATA) 12:35 – Whirlwind and Ultron (CAATA) 13:54 – Almost Victorious 1 (CAATA) 21:01 – Target Town (CAATA) 22:50 – Giant Laser [...]
Move and groove to the upbeat tunes of Super Monkey Ball 1 and 2. Download now 00:00 – Title Screen (Super Monkey Ball) 07:04 – Jungle (SMB) 09:29 – Sky High (SMB) 11:44 – Monkey Mall (SMB) 20:02 – Monkey Billiards (SMB) 22:28 – Monkey Target (SMB) 25:21 – Storm (SMB) 34:38 – Under [...]
Techie tunes from two late-blooming Genesis hits. A little bit of dance with a dash of chillaxin grooviness. Download now 00:00 – Title Screen (Vectorman) 05:23 – Terraport (Vectorman) 06:37 – Options Screen (Vectorman) 09:03 – Rock n Roller (Vectorman) 21:41 – Tidal Surge (Vectorman) 23:50 – Metalhead (Vectorman) 32:00 – Cave 2 (Vectorman 2) [...]
A deep dive in the game that started it all, plus choice tracks from its first two sequels. Download now 0:00:00 – Transcending Love (Suikoden III) 0:12:37 – Beautiful Golden City (Suikoden) 0:14:43 – Into a World of Illusion (Suikoden) 0:16:32 – Theme of an Advancing Army (Suikoden) 0:25:02 – Theme of Narcissism (Suikoden) 0:27:49 [...]
A full hour devoted to this semi-forgotten PS1 series. Download now 0:00:00 – Overture (Vandal Hearts 2) 0:11:41 – Warlock (Vandal Hearts) 0:13:18 – Bygone Days 2 (Vandal Hearts) 0:14:40 – Fortress (Vandal Hearts) 0:28:31 – Warfare on a Plain (Vandal Hearts 2) 0:30:22 – A Crisis (Vandal Hearts 2) 0:33:10 – The Powerless People [...]
Somewhere around my 100th listen to the Tropical Freeze soundtrack, I started thinking about how game music has conditioned me to enjoy types of music I’d otherwise shrug off. Banjos, harmonized chants and even oboe solos were never on my list of ‘music I’d ever listen to,’ but thanks to VGM I’ve learned that hey, [...]
Blast through the first 15 years of Hudson history with this look back at the Bomberman brand. Download now 0:00:00 – Title Screen (Super Bomberman) 0:09:07 – Battle Menu (Super Bomberman) 0:09:39 – Battle Mode (Super Bomberman) 0:10:29 – Level 1 (Super Bomberman) 0:12:04 – Level 3 (Super Bomberman) 0:17:06 – BGM 5 (Super Bomberman [...]
A second look at the Legend of Zelda takes us from Majora to Twilight Princess, highlighting all kinds of great tracks along the way. Download here 0:00:00 – Termina Field (Majora’s Mask) 0:13:03 – Last Day (Majora’s Mask) 0:15:09 – Astral Observatory (Majora’s Mask) 0:16:32 – Inside Rockvale Temple (Majora’s Mask) 0:31:28 – Title Screen [...]
So few know the majesty of TurboDuo titans Dragon Slayer and Riot Zone. Incredible soundtracks await! Download Now 0:00:00 – Overworld (Dragon Slayer) 0:08:48 – Thieves’ Hideout (Dragon Slayer) 0:12:54 – Battle Theme (Dragon Slayer) 0:16:46 – Town Theme (Dragon Slayer) 0:24:55 – Sailing (Dragon Slayer) 0:25:40 – Flying (Dragon Slayer) 0:28:35 – Boss Battle [...]
Twisted Metal and Extreme G lead a gas guzzlin episode centered around cars that battle for more than the checkered flag. Download now 0:00:00 – Theme (Twisted Metal) 0:11:52 – Quake Zone Rumble (Twisted Metal 2) 0:14:52 – Monumental Disaster (Twisted Metal 2) 0:23:55 – Field of Screams (Twisted Metal 2) 0:26:57 – Theme (Twisted [...]
A salute to menu music, shop songs and other oft ignored tunes from consoles and handhelds. Download now 00:00 – GameCube demo disc 05:38 – Initial Setup (PS Vita) 09:02 – Home Screen (PS Vita) 10:49 – Shop (PS Vita) 27:30 – Shop 2014 (Wii U) 29:08 – Shop Summer 2014 (Wii U) 36:52 – [...]
Our first ever Album of the Year award goes to David Wise’s stunning Tropical Freeze OST. Its varied set list, consistent quality and overall VGM-ness makes it the best video game soundtrack of the year. Discuss! Download As you may have heard in the Year in Review episode, there was some stiff competition in 2014. [...]
Our biggest episode to date tackles a number of quality tunes from 2014, including Velocity 2X, Bravely Default, Shovel Knight and much more. Download now 0:00:00 – Theme (Fantasy Life) 0:08:12 – City at Night (Fantasy Life) 0:10:14 – Outdoors at Night (Fantasy Life) 0:12:02 – Cheerful Tavern (Fantasy Life) 0:20:36 – Temple of Crota [...]
Further proof I’m gettin’ old – a cuhraaaazy idea like a dedicated home for professional-grade video game remixes is now 15 years old. Launched in 1999, OC ReMix (note the intercapped “R” folks) has since grown into a nearly household name within the games industry. From its numerous free tracks to official soundtracks to composer [...]
Reunite a war torn China with 20 years of great SRPG tunes, including tracks from Romance of the Three Kingdoms II, III, IV and more. Download now 0:00:00 – Title Theme (Romance of the Three Kingdoms V PC) 0:22:19 – Opening Scene (RTK II) 0:23:34 – War in the Kounan (RTK II) 0:24:29 – Unification [...]
Remember World 1-2, the ensemble-cast album featuring new jams from Keiji Yamagishi (Ninja Gaiden), Akira Yamaoka (Silent Hill) and Manami Matsumae (Mega Man)? The folks who put that fine piece o’ work together (Brave Wave y’know) have just released a new solo album featuring even more notable names from the VGM-verse. The album begins with [...]
With the main games out of the way, we now take a quick trip through the world of Pokemon spinoffs. Download now 0:00:00 – Title Theme (Colosseum) 0:07:14 – Cypher Peon Battle (Colosseum) 0:09:56 – Miror Bs Groove (Colosseum) 0:16:56 – Battle Now (XD) 0:19:17 – Miror B Theme (XD) 0:21:14 – Dark Lugia Theme [...]
Into the modern Poke-era with choice jams from Black and White 2, plus X and Y! Download now 0:00:00 – Title Screen (XY) 0:13:16 – Battle Champion Iris (BW2) 0:16:40 – Battle Colress (BW2) 0:18:44 – Battle Ghetsis (BW2) 0:24:50 – Aspertia City (BW2) 0:27:33 – Driftveil City (BW2) 0:28:59 – Nimbasa Gym (BW2) 0:44:45 [...]
Get ready for a 90 minute dosage of Super Effective tunes from the DS days, featuring Diamond, Pearl, Black, White and HeartGold SoulSilver. Download now 0:00:00 – Opening Movie (DPP) 0:21:34 – Battle vs Trainer (DPP) 0:23:15 – Battle vs Team Galactic (DPP) 0:24:31 – Battle vs Diagla Palkia (DPP) 0:35:55 – Oreburgh Mine (DPP) [...]
Rocktober moves ahead into Pokemon’s Game Boy Advance days, including Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald, FireRed and LeafGreen. Download now 00:00 – Title Screen (RSE) 15:42 – Dive (RSE) 17:35 – Route 120 (RSE) 19:04 – Mt Chimney (RSE) 27:59 – Battle vs Trainer (RSE) 30:16 – Battle vs Team Aqua and Magma (RSE) 32:46 – Battle [...]
Rocktober returns with a barrage of Pokemusic from the Game Boy days, including Red, Blue, Gold and Silver. Download now 00:00 – Opening (RBY) 14:16 – Vermillion City (RBY) 15:14 – Slyph Co (RBY) 16:29 – Lavender Town (RBY) 28:15 – Battle vs Wild Pokemon (RBY) 29:39 – Battle vs Trainer (RBY) 31:18 – Battle [...]
Composer Masafumi Takada brings anti-heroes and hitmen to life with OSTs like Danganronpa, God Hand and Killer7. Download now 0:00:00 – DANGANRONPA (Danganronpa) 0:09:52 – Election Plot (Killer7) 0:14:49 – American Diplomacy (Killer7) 0:17:23 – Postgasse (Killer7) 0:20:30 – Rave On (Killer7) 0:29:25 – Gene’s Rock-a-Bye (God Hand) 0:32:21 – Old Hand (God Hand) 0:36:23 [...]
Five great examples of composers using custom chips to enhance the Famicom’s musical capabilities, including Lagrange Point and Megami Tensei II. With special guest Tim Turi! Download now 0:00:00 – Beginning (Akumajou Densetsu) 0:10:37 – City of Birthday (Lagrange Point) 0:12:47 – Looking for Promised Land (Lagrange Point) 0:14:29 – Warriors of Sorrow (Lagrange Point) [...]
Adventurous tunes await those who dare to don phones of the head and pay tribute to Sega’s long lost axe ’em up series. Download now 0:00:00 – Turtle Village (Golden Axe) 0:07:02 – Fiend’s Path (Golden Axe) 0:11:49 – Battlefield (Golden Axe) 0:20:20 – Ravaged Village (GA 2) 0:22:05 – Boss 4 through 6 (GA2) [...]
From DDR to Beatmania to Guitar Freaks and more, we sift through hundreds of BPMs to find the top Bemani tracks. Download now 0:00:00 – Butterfly (smile dk) 0:13:11 – Paranoia Rebirth (190) 0:14:50 – Hysteria (Naoki 190) 0:16:25 – Wild Rush (123) 0:23:31 – In the Navy (Captain Jack) 0:25:08 – Grandale Remix (Captain [...]
Movie games used to suck, but their soundtracks sure didn’t! We take a look at NES and SNES tie ins that defied the odds. Download now 0:00:00 – Main Theme (Super Star Wars) 0:06:56 – Imperial March (Super Empire Strikes Back) 0:09:03 – Theme of the Jedi (Super Return of the Jedi) 0:15:46 – Truck [...]
Celebrate 20 years of Breath of Fire with this series-spanning tribute to swords n sorcery. Download now
Another look at amazing OSTs from the indie space, including Escape Goat, Bastion and Luftrausers. Download now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Entryway (Escape Goat) 0:07:29 – Wishes and Truth (Escape Goat) 0:09:56 – Restoration (Escape Goat 2) 0:15:49 – Hydrogen (Hotline Miami) 0:17:34 – Knock Knock (Hotline Miami) 0:24:53 – Main Theme (Luftrausers) 0:29:08 – [...]
Who woulda thought a walking atomic horror would inspire such great game music? Download now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Godzilla (Battle Legends) 0:09:20 – Moguera (Monster of Monsters) 0:10:03 – Gigan (Monster of Monsters) 0:12:05 – Mechagodzilla (Monster of Monsters) 0:17:12 – Earth (Monster of Monsters) 0:18:55 – Mars (Monster of Monsters) 0:20:06 – Planet [...]
An X-ellent assortment of mutant melodies, plus a few jams from their 1992 Spidey crossover. Download now 0:00:00 – Title Screen (Spider-Man and the X-Men) 0:06:33 – Gambit (Spider-Man and the X-Men) 0:11:40 – Spider-Man (Spider-Man and the X-Men) 0:21:46 – Title Screen (Wolverine) 0:22:47 – BGM2 (Wolverine) 0:32:20 – Title Screen (X-Men) 0:33:31 – [...]
Look, you love Steam sales and getting lots of good stuff for cheap, right? Then point your Amazon, PayPal or whatever account over to Loudr and the Game Music Bundle and get an OBSCENE amount of amazing VGM for practically nothing. For ONE INSULTING DOLLAR you get full OSTs for Luftrausers, The Banner Saga, Device [...]
EXPLICIT SHOW – Before they were modern mixtapes, GTA games showcased some great lesser known acts. Listen and discover new bands that may have passed you by. Download now and keep the kiddies away SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Joyride (GTA) 0:08:28 – Four Lettered Love (GTA) 0:12:07 – Ballad of Chapped Lips Calquhoun (GTA) 0:15:13 [...]
A special tribute to launch era Famicom titles, as heard on this new album from Nintendo. Download now
Think you know your beat em ups? This special episode highlights an unknown gem from the past. Download now
A solid sampling of songs from modern day Metal Gear. Download now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Old Snake (MGS4) 0:09:31 – VR Training (MGS) 0:12:06 – Duel 1 (MGS) 0:19:10 – Main Theme (MGS Twin Snakes) 0:26:58 – Metal Gear Solid Main Theme Remix (MGS2) 0:30:45 – Fortune (MGS2) 0:41:36 – Snake Eater (MGS3) 0:44:48 [...]
Celebrating Episode 64 with a look at two terrific gems from Rare. Download now 0:00:00 – Title (Jet Force Gemini) 0:12:18 – Character Select (Jet Force Gemini) 0:14:02 – Asteroid (Jet Force Gemini) 0:18:01 – Goldwood (Jet Force Gemini) 0:30:40 – Title (Blast Corps) 0:33:06 – Angel City (Blast Corps) 0:36:04 – Sleek Streets (Blast [...]
This look at the Mystical Ninja series summarizes over 30 years of historical hi jinks, from the arcade to the N64. Download Now 0:00:00 – Title Screen (Legend of the Mystical Ninja) 0:07:46 – Area 1 (Mr Goemon) 0:09:06 – Theme 1 (Ganbare Goemon) 0:10:19 – Theme 2 (Ganbare Goemon) 0:14:20 – Theme 1 (Ganbare [...]
A quick tour through the PS1 days, then a plethora of Persona PS2 picks. Reach out to the truth 0:00:00 – Dream of Butterfly (SMT Persona) 0:12:23 – Police Station Dungeon (Revelations Persona) 0:15:11 – Normal Battle (Revelations Persona) 0:21:27 – BIKINI LINE (Persona 2) 0:22:48 – Map 2 (Persona 2) 0:33:47 – Memories of [...]
Kick, punch, snip, trim, slurp, suck, rock and jive with this tribute to Parappa and Lammy. Now put these kids to sleep will ya SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Opening (Parappa the Rapper) 0:08:19 – Chop Chop Master Onion (Parappa the Rapper) 0:10:46 – Instructor Mooselini (Parappa the Rapper) 0:12:49 – Prince Fleaswallow (Parappa the Rapper) [...]
Look back at 2013 with this slightly spoilery, double sized show featuring Blood Dragon, Remember Me and more. Download now 0:00:00 – Nilin the Memory Hunter (Remember Me) 0:05:57 – Fragments (Remember Me) 0:08:10 – Neo Paris (Remember Me) 0:12:07 – The Ego Room (Remember Me) 0:19:43 – Library (Mirror of Fate) 0:21:09 – Map [...]
Barely a month after the X and Y soundtracks appeared on iTunes, we now have nearly 100 songs from the FireRed and LeafGreen Super Music Collection! Head on over to iTunes for the full track listing and samples. Like I said when X/Y tracks appeared on iTunes, this is a very cool thing and as VGM fans [...]
Some quick VGM suggestions due out this month! TURRICAN SOUNDTRACK ANTHOLOGY (Chris Huelsbeck) That amazing Terminator-meets-Magic The Gathering art up there? That’s ol’ Turrican, one of the shooter/platformer greats of the early 90s. I mostly know Super Turrican (SNES) but its INCREDIBLE soundtrack has made me a Turrican OST fan for life. Composer Chris Huelsbeck [...]
Celebrating 26 years of ninja action with some of its best – and lesser known – tracks. Download now 0:00:00 – Mission 1-1 (Shinobi Arcade) 0:08:00 – Mission 2-2 (Shinobi Arcade) 0:09:37 – Boss (Shinobi Arcade) 0:18:57 – Like a Hurricane (Revenge of Shinobi) 0:20:41 – Chinatown (Revenge of Shinobi) 0:27:50 – Battle on the [...]
We rock out to this shamelessly 90s soundtrack, then talk with Maximilian about combos and the KI Feeling Download here SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Main Theme (KI3) 0:12:45 – Trailblazer (Killer Cuts) 0:14:32 – Controlling Transmission (Killer Cuts) 0:18:26 – The Way U Move (Killer Cuts) 0:27:43 – Tooth and Claw (Killer Cuts) 0:30:47 – [...]
Obtaining game music – particularly Pokemon music – via legit means is usually pretty tough or costly. But THIS time around, Game Freak and Nintendo saved us all a lot of headaches by putting the full X & Y soundtracks on iTunes. So show yer VGM support and buy it! So much great stuff on [...]
The history behind Sonic 3’s music – covered a bit in our Super Sonic Celebration episode – was one of the juiciest scoops in VGM history. But today a member of OC ReMix dropped a bomb on this thought-to-be-over saga! From the OCR post: Listen to this – The Jetzons – Hard Times What you [...]
Enjoying the hell out of this! Band known as “Tanooki Suit” explains the world of Dark Souls with some of the most sincere, earnest fandom I’ve seen in years. Worth a listen, especially if you dig 30 Seconds to Mars-ish bands. You can also listen to our Dark Souls episode y’know!
New episodes will resume on Wed 11/13, but until then you can partake in another passion project of mine – TWO Mega Man tribute albums! Grab it at: iTunes / Amazon / Sumthing Else Grab it at: OC Remix / iTunes / CD Baby Basically this all started in January, and since then I’ve worked with OCR, Sumthing Else and all six of the bands [...]
Forget overworlds – now you can soar across the landscape with these uplifting tunes. Plus a salute to the Chocobo! Download now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Prelude (FFX) 0:12:00 – Airship (FFI) 0:12:47 – Dreadnought (FFII) 0:13:41 – Sailing the Enterprise (FFIII) 0:14:50 – Airship (FFIV) 0:15:46 – The Big Whale (FFIV) 0:23:51 – The [...]
Oh the places you’ll go in this whirlwind tour of ten different FF worlds, from Matoya’s Cave to the floating city of Bevelle. Download now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Prelude (FFVII) 0:11:09 – Town (FF Origins) 0:12:29 – Matoya’s Cave (FFI) 0:14:09 – Castle Pandemonium (FFII Origins) 0:15:24 – The Cave Where the Crystal Lies [...]
Fifteen rockin battle themes from eleven different Final Fantasy games. Buckle up! Download Now 0:00:00 – Prelude (FFIV) 0:12:23 – Battle 1 (FFI Origins) 0:13:59 – Battle 1 (FFII) 0:15:26 – Boss Battle (FFIII) 0:22:51 – Battle 1 (FFIV) 0:24:37 – Boss Battle (FFIV) 0:26:55 – Battle Against Gilgamesh (FFV) 0:29:21 – Dancing Mad (FFVI) [...]
Rocktober 2013 is here – a full month dedicated to Final Fantasy, starting with a thorough look at the soothing sounds of the overworld. Download now 0:00:00 – Prelude (FFI) 0:13:35 – Main Theme (FFI) 0:14:10 – Main Theme (FFII) 0:16:57 – Eternal Wind (FFIII) 0:29:40 – Main Theme (FFIV) 0:32:20 – Land of Dwarves [...]
Guest Brent Weinbach helps us relive the glory days of the Seiken Densetsu series, from Final Fantasy Adventure to Legend of Mana. Boyz II Mana and other puns await SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Fear of the Heavens (Secret of Mana) 0:13:03 – Endless Battlefield (Final Fantasy Adventure) 0:13:46 – Seeking the Holy Sword (Final Fantasy [...]
Need even more VGM in your life? If OCR and World 1-2 aren’t enough, point your internet clicking device toward MeowMeow & BowWow, a seven-track salute to Link’s Awakening. We briefly touched upon LA in the Hyrule Hits episode, namely Tal Tal Heights… which just so happens to be one of the tracks on this album!
Examining the eclectic, trippy prog rock of this SNES gem, plus a few deep cuts from composer Tim Follin. Download now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Title Screen 0:10:32 – Akrillic Island 0:18:11 – Akrillic Beach 0:20:52 – Legacy Island 0:32:37 – Plok’s House 0:35:35 – Boss Battle 0:37:53 – Creepy Crag 0:44:08 – Flea Pit [...]
Earlier this year an all-star cast of seasoned game musicians teamed up for World 1-2, an amazing tribute album packed with remixes and brand new work from folks like Manami Matsumae (Mega Man), Akira Yamaoka (Silent Hill), Keiji Yamagishi (Ninja Gaiden) and Metroid Metal. Now, Koopa Soundworks and Game Chops are offering even more with [...]
One of my personal favorite OSTs is 10 years old this month, and the time to celebrate is NOW. Forever he will be my hero 0:00:00 – Pico 0:11:21 – Kate Allen 0:12:46 – Mighty Gazelle 0:14:07 – Michael Cain 0:23:21 – Black Shadow 0:25:11 – Dr Stewart 0:27:16 – Mr EAD 0:34:57 – Mrs [...]
Hot on the heels of Balance and Ruin comes the Eevee EP, a nine track tribute to Eevee and its many evolutions. You can grab it (for free!) over on the project’s home page, of course. During the Diamond and Pearl era I considered making an all-Eevee team, and aimed to have some kind of [...]
Every single time I see that classic Capcom logo and its accompanying jingle (you know the one), I instinctively input a code from the Street Fighter II SNES port. At the time, it was DOWN R UP L Y B, and I put that code in countless times from August 1992 to July 1993. A [...]
You know the drill, folks – get over to Game Music Bundle and BUY BUY BUY. May I suggest at least a $10 donation for nearly TWENTY albums, including Fez, FTL, World of Goo and more? And if you missed it, check out episode 25, an all-indie lovefest!
Little late to the party on this one, but if somehow you haven’t heard the news and praise, OCR’s gone and released a massive 74-track remix album dedicated to Final Fantasy VI (or III if you’re one of THOSE PEOPLE). As with all of OCR’s projects, the genre spread is pretty wide, so expect rock, [...]
An obscenely long sampler of the show up to this point. A perfect jumping on point or a great refresher for longtime listeners! Download now SHOW NOTES 0:07:10 – Inside the Whale (Super Adventure Island, Yuzo Koshiro) 0:09:57 – Control Center (GoldenEye 007, Norgate, Kirkhope, Beanland) 0:12:11 – Level 1-1 (Jumping Flash, Takeo Miratsu) 0:14:09 [...]
Three long lost platformers get their due with this tribute to Sparkster and his trio of 16-bit gems. Download now SHOW NOTES 00:00 – Lakeside (Sparkster) 09:31 – Stage 2-1 (Rocket Knight Adventures) 11:18 – Stage 5-1 (Rocket Knight Adventures) 13:25 – Stage 5-2 (Rocket Knight Adventures) 16:44 – Boss Music (Rocket Knight Adventures) 28:13 [...]
Buckle up for this screeching tribute to Gates and Lords of Thunder, two guitar shredfests that many missed in their TurboDuo heyday. Hold on to your butts 00:00 – Title Screen (Lords of Thunder) 10:21 – Item Shop (Lords of Thunder) 12:20 – Llamarada (Lords of Thunder) 16:46 – Auzal (Lords of Thunder) 22:49 – [...]
A thorough look at Donkey Kong Country, from its SNES beginnings to modern Wii revival. This show is bananas, B A N A N A S SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Title Screen (DKC) 0:14:31 – Jungle Groove (DKC) 0:17:18 – Aquatic Ambiance (DKC) 0:20:43 – Life in the Mines (DKC) 0:26:17 – Ruins (DKL) 0:28:14 [...]
OutRun, Daytona USA and Wave Race 64 star in this tribute to racing games. VROOM SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Rolling Start (Daytona USA) 0:07:32 – Let’s Go Away (Daytona USA) 0:09:25 – Outer Limit (Auto Modellista) 0:12:14 – In the Light (Auto Modellista) 0:19:22 – Magical Sound Shower (OutRun) 0:23:05 – Passing Breeze (OutRun) 0:26:58 [...]
Celebrating three Genesis soundtracks that are streets ahead. Download now 0:00:00 – Player Select (Streets of Rage) 0:08:59 – Fighting in the Street (Streets of Rage) 0:11:36 – Moon Beach (Streets of Rage) 0:14:23 – Stealthy Steps (Streets of Rage) 0:23:42 – Attack of the Barbarian (Streets of Rage) 0:26:35 – You Became the Bad [...]
Celebrating nearly 30 years of classic rasslin tunes, from the NES to the N64 and beyond. ONE MILLION PERCENT SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Fight Theme (Pro Wrestlemania) 0:07:38 – Ted Debiase (WWF Wrestlemania) 0:09:02 – Honkey Tonk Man (WWF Wrestlemania) 0:09:45 – Andre the Giant (WWF Wrestlemania) 0:10:29 – Hulk Hogan (WWF Wrestlemania) 0:17:47 – [...]
Ten tracks from early PlayStation hits, Loaded and ReLoaded. If you like super listenable background music, take note. Download here 00:00 – Kick to Kill (Loaded) 08:18 – Track 04 (Loaded) 11:47 – Track 05 (Loaded) 17:21 – Track 07 (Loaded) 25:27 – Track 03 (Loaded) 29:06 – Track 21 (Loaded) 30:17 – Track 14 [...]
More like 90 minutes of Mario RPG goodness, from the SNES original to Sticker Star. Download here SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Title Screen (Sticker Star) 0:08:43 – Booster Tower (Mario RPG) 0:10:12 – The Road is Full of Dangers (Mario RPG) 0:11:47 – Forest Maze (Mario RPG) 0:18:00 – Battle (Mario RPG) 0:19:06 – Happy [...]
The very best Legend of Zelda tracks, from the original classic through Ocarina of Time. Hey, Listen! SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Title Screen (Legend of Zelda) 0:10:29 – Overworld (Legend of Zelda) 0:11:46 – Labyrinth (Legend of Zelda) 0:24:14 – Title Screen (Zelda II) 0:25:28 – Overworld (Zelda II) 0:26:58 – Palace Theme (Zelda II) [...]
Journey with The Master as he saves a ruined world, then jam to spiritual spin-offs Soulblazer and Illusion of Gaia. Download Now
A barrage of toe-tappin tunes from your favorite classic sports games, including Base Wars, Mutant League Football and Captain Tsubasa. Yes this really is an episode SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Title Screen (Mutant League Football) 0:09:42 – Title Screen (Bandai Golf) 0:10:36 – Event (Capcom Gold Medal Challenge) 0:11:55 – Title Screen (Jordan vs Bird) [...]
Tonight we dine on turtle tunes, from the original NES letdown to the 16-bit heyday. Download now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Star Base (Hyperstone Heist) 0:15:09 – Title Screen (TMNT NES) 0:16:26 – Overworld (TMNT NES) 0:17:07 – Sewers (TMNT NES) 0:18:11 – Underwater (TMNT NES) 0:19:27 – Caverns (TMNT NES) 0:35:04 – Burning Building (TMNT [...]
Relive the early 2000s with this eclectic collection of tunes from the Jet Set Radio series. Download here 00:00 – Magical Girl (JGR) 11:43 – Let Mom Sleep (JGR) 14:33 – Humming the Baseline (JGR) 17:27 – Everybody Jump Around (JGR) 28:23 – Sweet Soul Brother (JGR) 31:41 – Rock It On (JGR) 35:25 – [...]
A rippin selection of tunes from the SNES, N64 and GBA iterations of this lightning-fast franchise. FALCON PUNNNNNNCH 0:00:00 – Title Screen (F-Zero) 0:08:32 – Big Blue (F-Zero) 0:10:40 – Red Canyon (F-Zero) 0:12:47 – Silence (F-Zero) 0:18:32 – Port Town (F-Zero) 0:20:43 – Mute City (F-Zero) 0:22:33 – Staff Roll (F-Zero) 0:34:09 – Dream [...]
Ever heard of Lunar, Popful Mail and Vay? Well, you need to listen anyway! Three Sega CD classics await your virgin ears SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Intro Theme (Lunar) 0:10:15 – Caldor Isle 1 (Lunar) 0:11:25 – Caldor Isle 2 (Lunar) 0:12:47 – Burg (Lunar)
Remember those “BIOS” screens we discussed in Episode 34? Here they are, in case you never saw them / were so uninterested you didn’t Google them right away. While I did see the original a few times in ’92, it was the 2.0 version (the sad, it-knows-it’s-about-to-die song that ended the episode) that my friends [...]
Celebrating 20 years of overlooked audio excellence, including Dark Wizard, Third World War and Final Fight CD. Redbook Audio FTW SONG LIST 0:00:00 – Model 1 BIOS 0:11:50 – Amon (Dark Wizard) 0:13:11 – Armer IX (Dark Wizard) 0:14:36 – Karmak (Dark Wizard) 0:15:29 – Krystal (Dark Wizard) 0:17:07 – Sheena (Dark Wizard) 0:18:20 – [...]
A quick look behind the scenes for our one year anniversary Plus some David Wise jams from Anticipation
Lament and Curse bring us into the modern era, plus a look back at some incredible official remixes. Complete the set by downloading here
Onward to the GBA and DS era, including Circle of the Moon, Aria of Sorrow, Portrait of Ruin and more Six amazing OSTs await your ear holes
Onward to the 90s with Castlevania IV, Bloodlines, Dracula X and Symphony of the Night. An impossibly good episode awaits
Our four part series detailing the many stellar songs of Castlevania begins with this look at the NES and Game Boy titles. Get crackin and download now
Drummer, Breath of Fire fan and and all-around good guy Patrick K has a rather kickass YouTube channel called VGdrum that’s well worth your time. Above you’ll see his Gradius III entry (he linked it in the comments of Episode 29) and inside I’ve got a couple more to sample. Remember the Battletoads episode? He [...]
This week we take a quick look at three seminal SNES shoot em ups – Axelay, Gradius III and Super R-Type Download here 00:00 – Unkai (Axelay) 10:47 – Colony (Axelay) 14:17 – Silence (Axelay) 17:18 – Mother (Axelay) 19:20 – Cosmos (Axelay) 28:58 – Invitation (Gradius III) 30:13 – Departure for Space (Gradius III) [...]
Drown in despair with these dire dirges from the demoralizing Souls series So much sadness awaits 0:00:00 – Demon’s Souls theme 0:07:45 – Tower Knight 0:10:52 – Adjudicator 0:13:33 – Maiden Astraea 0:25:40 – Fool’s Idol 0:27:56 – One Who Craves Souls 0:37:11 – Firelink Shrine 0:39:28 – Taurus Demon 0:42:06 – Pinwheel 0:47:25 – [...]
Three of the greatest NES soundtracks star in this episode devoted to Ryu Hayabusa Become the ninja dragon with one click SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Intro Part 1 0:00:18 – Intro Part 2 0:07:40 – Galesburg 0:09:05 – Outpost 0:10:30 – Death Valley 0:19:24 – Walter Smith Dies 0:20:31 – Foster’s Theme 0:21:58 – The [...]
Thanks to clever use of the GameCube internal clock, Animal Crossing is truly a soundtrack that never sleeps. Spend 24 virtual hours with us now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Title Screen 0:09:58-16:04 – 6am through 9am 0:19:21-24:25 – 10am through 1pm 0:30:04-36:16 – 2pm through 6pm 0:37:38-44:50 – 7pm through 12am 0:47:13-54:35 – 1am through [...]
Support indie musicians by jamming to Castle Crashers, Dustforce and more, then buying their soundtracks direct! Download here SHOW NOTES 00:00 – Map (Castle Crashers) 08:55 – Jumper (Castle Crashers) 10:34 – Techock (Castle Crashers) 12:33 – Winterbliss (Castle Crashers) 20:24 – Forest Funk (Super Meat Boy) 21:54 – CHADs Broken Wind (Super Meat Boy) [...]
From chiptunes to industrial rock to guitar noodling, we examine the musical history of Spider-Man video games. Thwip it good by downloading now SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Swing Time (Vs The Kingpin Sega CD) 0:13:35 – Theme 1 (Return of the Sinister Six) 0:15:17 – Theme 2 (Return of the Sinister Six) 0:22:22 – Levels [...]
Hop on over to Kongregate and click through 90 VGM related questions and see how many 16-bit songs you’ve retained through the years! Important note -spelling counts, and sometimes in weird ways. “Star Fox” wouldn’t work for one, but “Starfox” would. Meanwhile, for “Final Fantasy VI” or “Kirby Super Star” I only had to type [...]
Without a doubt the best podcast on the Citadel, covering all three Mass Effect games. Achieve consensus by downloading now 0:00:00- Uncharted Worlds (Mass Effect) 0:08:55 – Theme (Mass Effect) 0:11:14 – The Normandy (Mass Effect) 0:12:46 – Battle At Eden Prime (Mass Effect) 0:18:58 – Saren (Mass Effect) 0:20:57 – The Wards (Mass Effect) [...]
You know those albums that have like, just eight tracks but every single one is a masterpiece? That’s the Marble Madness soundtrack. Every song in the game is hugely memorable, and now we have the amazingly rockin’ tribute album from the folks behind Metroid Metal. Head over to the Bandcamp page for the download details. [...]
Remember the Shining RPG series? We do, and share misty eyed recollections as we discuss Shining in the Darkness, Force and Landstalker. Shine on with just one click SHOW NOTES 00:00 – The Ancient Temple (Shining in the Darkness) 09:09 – Tavern (Shining in the Darkness) 10:50 – Battle Theme (Shining in the Darkness) 17:29 [...]
Get down with Earthbound, plus hear highlights from the rest of the legendary Mother series. Celebrate Mothers Day with a simple click SHOW NOTES 00:00 – Onette and Sunrise (Earthbound) 11:16 – Introduction (Mother) 12:54 – Approaching Mt Itoi (Mother) 13:42 – Eight Melodies (Mother) 23:20 – Paula’s Theme (Earthbound) 24:31 – Megaton Walk (Earthbound) [...]
A thorough look back at the first four games that created a 3D fighting legacy. Download here SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Black Winter Night Sky (Tekken 2) 0:08:32 – Stadium (Tekken) 0:10:01 – China (Tekken) 0:12:11 – Chicago (Tekken) 0:19:51 – Ring A Bell (Tekken 2) 0:21:56 – Morning Field (Tekken 2) 0:25:03 – Emotionless [...]
Just saw this linked around on Twitter – an HD Star Fox tribute video that happens to include one of my favorite OverClocked songs of all time. Check it out, and join me in my constant agony as we wait for a brand new, HD Star Fox on Wii U. Linked via Dave H’s Twitter [...]
This video’s actually a bit old (late 2011) but after seeing it linked around on Twitter today I felt the need to share it. For those not in the know, Turok 2 was an N64 FPS that made good use of the 4MB RAM expansion, allowing for improved visuals and clarity etc. Two things always [...]
Get mad, bad and crazy with this collection of toadally tubular tunes from the NES and SNES. Download the file right here SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Title Screen (Battletoads) 0:06:12 – Ragnarok Canyon (Battletoads) 0:08:31 – Wookie Hole (Battletoads) 0:11:30 – Turbo Tunnel (Battletoads) 0:28:29 – Main Theme (Battlemaniacs) 0:30:33 – Ragnarok Canyon (Battlemaniacs) 0:36:02 [...]
Not much else to say, really. An excellent arrangement of VGM classics that spans 30 years of gaming history. Get ta listenin’! Thanks to MisterBroadway for the link!
A tribute to the hauntingly beautiful, occasionally terrifying tunes of Silent Hill – plus an Akira Yamaoka deep cut Download and listen in the dark SHOW NOTES 0:00:00- Theme (Silent Hill) 0:09:25 – Blood Tears (Silent Hill) 0:12:12 – Alchemilla Hospital (Silent Hill) 0:15:38 – Green Lion Antique Shop (Silent Hill) 0:26:26 – End of Small [...]
An on-location interview with Jake Kaufman, composer of Mighty Flip Champs, Milky Way and Switch Force. Download here SHOW NOTES 00:00 – Yummy (Mighty Switch Force) 05:57 – Title Screen (Mighty Milky Way) 07:21 – Space World (Mighty Milky Way) 10:11 – Lava World (Mighty Milky Way) 17:40 – Level Select (Mighty Flip Champs) 19:03 [...]
I’ve been a Virt fan for some time now – probably beginning with this incredible Shadowgate remix – and ever since he became part of WayForward he’s continued to crank out quality stuff. This latest release isn’t tied to a game, but FX4 is nonetheless worthy of a listen, as it channels all the awesomeness [...]
Hear this forgotten series grow with each installment, thanks to the incredible efforts of composer David Wise Download episode 16 here SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Title Screen (Wizards & Warriors) 0:05:56 – Forest (Wizards & Warriors) 0:07:23 – Big Tree (Wizards & Warriors) 0:18:10 – Clouds (Ironsword) 0:20:25 – Mountain (Ironsword) 0:22:52 – Icefire Mountain [...]
Kotaku has posted a telling interview with Danny “Super Meat Boy” Baranowsky that suggests video game music is one of the most (if not the most) viable outlet for aspiring musicians. With so many games being released each week via iPhone, Android, XBLA, PC and beyond, it makes total sense – but I’ll let Danny [...]
A rapid fire grab bag of battle music from JRPGs both new and old. Feel the intensity! Download episode 15 right meow SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Fight! (Grandia II/Iwadare) 0:11:07 – Battle Theme 2 (Breath of Fire/Alph Lyla) 0:12:26 – Fight With Monsters (Super Mario RPG/Shimomura, Kondo, Uematsu) 0:13:32 – Meet Them Head On (Phantasy [...]
Spirited songs from Atelier Iris, Ar tonelico and Disgaea, a trio of unapologetically old-school JRPGs. Download episode 14 here 0:00:00 – Town Where the Bells Chime (Atelier Iris) 0:07:37 – Tree Spirit in the Mist (Atelier Iris) 0:10:01 – Wind Over Time (Atelier Iris) 0:17:01 – Popo’s Pleasant Money Lecture (Atelier Iris) 0:18:24 – Lakeside [...]
Missed out on the first Indie Game Music Bundle? Part two is here with another undeniably awesome assortment of homegrown VGM. Of particular note are the OSTs to Mighty Switch Force (a 3DS gem I’m currently playing with tunes from Jake Kaufman) and the tear-jerking To The Moon. Head over to the Game Music Bundle [...]
The headline says it all. The presumed-limited-edition Skyward Sword CD is pulling a Killer Cuts on us by remaining inside multiple copies of the game. If you missed it late last year, now’s the time to pick it up for $10 less than the usual price. Order here. Again this is not the soundtrack to Skyward [...]
We’ve made audio attractions so astounding that they’ll capture the imagination of the entire planet. Download before Nedry locks us out with a stupid animated GIF SHOW NOTES: 00:00 – Gate Area (JP Super NES) 09:37 – Title Screen (JP NES) 11:40 – Main Theme (JP NES) 13:27 – Raptor Nest (JP NES) 24:30 – [...]
Face-crunching guitars meet soul-soothing melodies in our 90 minute tribute to the majesty of Ys Download episode 12 here SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Release of the Far West Ocean (Ys VI) 0:10:28 – Field Mountain Area (Ys Book I & II) 0:12:30 – Shrine Entrance (Ys Book I & II) 0:14:32 – Shrine Depths ( Ys [...]
Be it infectiously bouncy or delightfully laid back, music can make or break a puzzle game. This week we look at a handful of examples from the genre, including Bust A Move, Hexic and Puzzle Quest. Download it right here SONG LIST 0:00:00 – Main Theme (Bust A Move 2) 0:06:41 – Pirate Theme (Bust [...]
One of the greatest handheld series of all time also happens to sport some of the best VGM out there Download Episode 10 now NOTES: 0:00:00 – Rachel’s Theme (Dual Strike) 0:08:33 – Jake’s Theme (Dual Strike) 0:10:15 – Sasha’s Theme (Dual Strike) 0:12:15 – Javier’s Theme (Dual Strike) 0:19:49 – Andy’s Anthem (Dual Strike) [...]
Late last year Nintendo held a small number of fully orchestrated concerts honoring The Legend of Zelda’s 25th anniversary. I was lucky enough to attend said show in Los Angeles (we talked about it in episode 9, y’know) and now I’m happy to say a number of new shows have been added… The Dallas, TX [...]
With just minutes to go until the credits roll for 2011, I thought it’d be fun to share a handful of my favorite 8 and 16-bit ending songs. Kicking it off with Yuzo Koshiro’s Actraiser ending, which starts off suspiciously like the 20th Century Fox theme! SONIC THE HEDGEHOG Didn’t cover this back in Episode [...]
We end 2011 with a look at some of the best game music of the year. Grab episode 09 here, and share other OSTs you liked in the comments SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Dogfight (Ace Combat AH) 0:08:18 – White Devil (Ace Combat AH) 0:12:23 – Rebirth from Sandstorm (Ace Combat AH) 0:26:34 – Arkham [...]
Celebrating 20 years of Sonic the Hedgehog with a look at the four original games that launched a cultural touchstone Download here SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – Sonic Boom Intro (Sonic CD) 0:08:46 – Spring Yard Zone (Sonic 1) 0:10:12 – Labyrinth Zone (Sonic 1) 0:11:31 – Scrap Brain Zone (Sonic 1) 0:18:57 – Emerald Hill [...]
From Koopa Beach to Rainbow Road we examine the music behind the first big Mario spinoff Download it by clicking somewhere around here Show notes 0:00:00 – Battle Mode (Super Mario Kart) 0:09:54 – Koopa Beach (Super Mario Kart) 0:11:22 – Donut Plains (Super Mario Kart) 0:17:10 – Mario Circuit (Super Mario Kart) 0:18:27 – [...]
Our first look at the 16-bit Sega console focuses on lesser-known titles like Mean Bean Machine, along with classics ToeJam & Earl and Revenge of Shinobi. Download episode 6 right meow Show notes: 00:00 – Vs Mode (Mean Bean Machine) 09:15 – Alien Breakdown (Toejam & Earl) 11:09 – Funkotronic Beat (Toejam & Earl) 12:57 [...]
If the exceptionally cool orchestral CD bundled with copies of Skyward Sword wasn’t enough of a 25th anniversary celebration for ya, the fine folks at OverClocked ReMix have combined their efforts and created a whole tribute album devoted to the series. Head over to the site – 25YEARLEGEND – and check it out! This is [...]
Wow, talk about perfect timing! Looks like Nintendo released Metroid II: Return of Samus on Thanksgiving Day – just one day after my Salute to Samus episode posted! Now you can sample the Metroid-busting awesomeness of this forgotten classic on your 3DS… although you still won’t have a map… or color! As for the other [...]
An hour-long tribute to the creepy, claustrophobic and downright awesome music of the Metroid series, which is 25 years old this year. Download episode five and instantly feel better about your day Show notes: 0:00:00 – Menu Select (Metroid Prime) 0:06:41 – Title Screen (Metroid) 0:08:16 – Kraid’s Hideout (Metroid) 0:09:53 – Norfair (Metroid) 0:11:12 [...]
What begins as a celebration of PlayStation launch titles becomes a full-on gushfest for Jumping Flash and its late composer, Takeo Miratsu. Also covered are Tohshinden and Air Combat. Download episode 4 if you please Episode 4 notes: 00:00 – Duke (Battle Arena Tohshinden) 08:06 – Rungo (Battle Arena Tohshinden) 10:30 – Sofia (Battle Arena [...]
While we wait for the new episode of VGMpire (which I’m currently editing, btw), why not sample some Mega Man remix love with this newly released (and extremely well done) tribute album, Mega Ran 10? There’s even a vinyl version if you like pops and cracks all over your pristine 8-bit tunes. I kid, I [...]
This week we examine two well-known Nintendo 64 soundtracks from Rare. Episode 3 right here
Yuzo Koshiro puts the Super NES’ sound capabilities to good use, combining tropical tunes with early ’90s beats to make a unique, overlooked soundtrack. Episode 2 right here
Welcome to our very first episode! Brett, Chris and Tyler kick things off with a tribute to Tim and Geoff Follin, two of gaming’s best 8 and 16-bit composers. Download episode 1 right meow
Hello everyone, Brelston here. Trying to get this thing off the ground, should be up and running shortly. The goal – a weekly podcast devoted to sharing and exploring various game soundtracks, not unlike my older “Game music of the day” posts on GamesRadar. But now, I’ll run through several songs per game, and also [...]