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In the spirit of Easter Sunday, we’re talking about resurrection and reconciliation on today’s episode, particularly in the realm of retro game series. Todd asks us to think about some older games with fatal flaws and what we’d do to fix them and make them worthy of our time. Ed asks about bringing old game series back to life, and how they’d fit in with modern gaming aesthetics. And lastly, Joe’s been inspired by Metal Gear Solid parody game UnMetal and wants more stealth-based game recommendations.
A huge thank you to Indira J (The Misadventures of Buddy and Friend, Sacrimony) for the amazing VGMbassy artwork and design, and to Jason Letourneau for the podcast theme song!
Check out the VGMbassy Patreon for some fantastic bonuses, including exclusive podcast content!
Thanks to our supporting Patreon patrons, who help make this show possible: Ryan Steel, Cameron Werme, Periodical, Kung-Fu Carlito, Scott McElhone, Chris Murray, Chris Myers, Mike Stark, KeyGlyph, Kyle Krull, The Diad, Daryl Bowers, Tom Hunt, Cameron Chiles, and Dan Laughton.
Check out the Instagram account for artsy-fartsy game-related images: @TheVGMbassy
Listen here or find us on iTunes, Google Play Music, Amazon Podcasts, Stitcher, or your favorite podcast app:
The Tracklist:
1 – “Finale” from Dicey Dungeons (PC, Switch, Xbox, Playstation, 2019) Composed by Chipzel
2 – “Fox’s First Mission” from UnMetal (PC, Playstation, Xbox, Switch, 2021) Composed by Jose Jaime Hidalgo de la Torre
3 – “Snow & Mechanica” from Contra: Operation Galuga (PC, Xbox, Playstation, Switch, 2024) Composed by Eirik Suhrke, Yuko Komiyama, Konami Kukeiha Club, and Norihiko Hibino
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As we head into our triple-digit episode numbers, Ed has brought back a fun show concept last seen on episode 44: the Mystery Indie Bundle VGM series! With the exception of our first track, all of the music played today are from games that were purchased as part of a blind pack of Steam keys. Ed has hand-picked some of his favorite music from those titles, making for a fun and eclectic episode. We’ve got music from Dominick Ninmark, Dale North, SonicPicnic, and more!
A huge thank you to Indira J (The Misadventures of Buddy and Friend, Sacrimony) for the amazing VGMbassy artwork and design, and to Trevin Hughes (aka chiptune composer Jredd) for the podcast theme song!
Check out the VGMbassy Patreon for some fantastic bonuses, including exclusive podcast content!
Thanks to our supporting Patreon patrons, who help make this show possible: Ryan Steel, Cameron Werme, Kung-Fu Carlito, Muddle MADness, Scott McElhone, Periodical, Chris Murray, Mike Stark, Keyglyph, Kyle Krull, Chris Meyers, The Diad, Professor Tom, Cameron Chiles, and Dan Laughton.
Follow The VGMbassy on Twitter: @TheVGMbassy
Check out the Instagram account for artsy-fartsy game-related images: @TheVGMbassy
Listen here or find us on iTunes, Google Play Music, Amazon Podcasts, Stitcher, or your favorite podcast app:
The Tracklist:
1 – “Ghost on the Road” from Pacific Drive (PC, 2024) composed by A Shell in the Pit (Gordon McGladdery)
https://ashellinthepit.bandcamp.com/
2 – “Here We Go (Again)” from Dead Estate (PC, 2021) Composed by Major
https://majorwipeout.bandcamp.com/
3 – “Gaul Hard Fight” from Asterix & Obelix XXL Romastered (PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch, 2020) Composed by Fabrice Bouillon-LaForest (original game, GBA, PS2 and GameCube) and arranged by Valentin Lafort
4 – “Returning to the Refuge” from Sparklite (PC, PS4, XB1, Switch, Android, 2019) Composed by Dale North
https://dalenorth.bandcamp.com/
5 – “Grand Mountain Radio 105.5” from Grand Mountain Adventure (Android, PC, 2022) Composed by Viktor Sehr and Sebastian Sehr
6 – “The Guardian Forest” from For the King (PC, 2018) Composed by John Robert Matz
https://johnrobertmatz.bandcamp.com
7 – “Collective Consciousness” from Danger Scavenger (PC, 2020) Composed by Szymon Weiss
https://szymonweiss.bandcamp.com/
8 – “Stage 1 (Neon Crisis) from Bot Vice (PC, Switch, 2016) Composed by Dominick Ninmark
Bot Vice Original Soundtrack | Dominic Ninmark
9 – “Nabel’s Theme” from Strikey Sisters (PC, 2017) Composed by Dominic Ninmark
Strikey Sisters Original Soundtrack | Dominic Ninmark
10 – “What’s on the Menu?” from Speedrunners (PC, 2016) Composed by SonicPicnic
https://sonicpicnic.bandcamp.com
11 – “A Winter is You (Icy Mountain Phase 2)” from Chenso Club (PC, 2021) Composed by Knasibas
https://knasibas.bandcamp.com
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Fresh off the heels of our 100th episode spectacular, the Embassy Exclusive crew continues the festivities with more memories, fun topics, and some great music!
A huge thank you to Indira J (The Misadventures of Buddy and Friend, Sacrimony) for the amazing VGMbassy artwork and design, and to Jason Letourneau for the podcast theme song!
Check out the VGMbassy Patreon for some fantastic bonuses, including exclusive podcast content!
Thanks to our supporting Patreon patrons, who help make this show possible: Ryan Steel, Cameron Werme, Periodical, Kung-Fu Carlito, Scott McElhone, Chris Murray, Chris Myers, Mike Stark, KeyGlyph, Kyle Krull, The Diad, Daryl Bowers, Tom Hunt, Cameron Chiles, and Dan Laughton.
Check out the Instagram account for artsy-fartsy game-related images: @TheVGMbassy
Listen here or find us on iTunes, Google Play Music, Amazon Podcasts, Stitcher, or your favorite podcast app:
The Tracklist:
1 – “Barren Corridors” from Timespinner (2018) Composed by Jeff Ball
2 – “Title Theme (Beeper Version)” from Fairlight (ZX Spectrum, 1985) Composed by Pennsoft
3 – “Next Steps” from Celeste 64: Fragments of the Mountain (PC, 2024) Composed by Lena Raine
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The day is finally here! Ed, his wife Myla, and their youngest kiddo Logan are all decorating the Embassy for a blowout 100th episode celebration. This one is packed with special guests, cameo appearances, and the debut of the NEW VGMbassy Theme Song, arranged by PAPRIUM co-composer Trevin Hughes, aka Dredd!
Ed is hosting a BYOV party, where each guest brings their own VGM tune that reminds them of the VGMbassy in some way. Each segment sees the arrival of a new guest, all of whom have been VGMbassadors on previous shows and prominent members of the podcast’s community. Lots of memories and laughs (and a few touching moments) are had throughout this plus-sized episode, wrapping up with some exclusive news regarding the next era of the VGMbassy. We’re continuing the celebration onto our Embassy Exclusive show at the end of the month, so please write in (or send a voice recording) to thevgmbassy@gmail.com and shout out your favorite guests, shows, and memories, and we’ll include it on the episode!
A huge thank you to Indira J (The Misadventures of Buddy and Friend, Sacrimony) for the amazing VGMbassy artwork and design, and to Trevin Hughes (aka chiptune composer Jredd) for the podcast theme song!
Check out the VGMbassy Patreon for some fantastic bonuses, including exclusive podcast content!
Thanks to our supporting Patreon patrons, who help make this show possible: Ryan Steel, Cameron Werme, Kung-Fu Carlito, Muddle MADness, Scott McElhone, Periodical, Chris Murray, Mike Stark, Keyglyph, Kyle Krull, Chris Meyers, The Diad, Professor Tom, Cameron Chiles, and Dan Laughton.
Follow The VGMbassy on Twitter: @TheVGMbassy
Check out the Instagram account for artsy-fartsy game-related images: @TheVGMbassy
Listen here or find us on iTunes, Google Play Music, Amazon Podcasts, Stitcher, or your favorite podcast app:
The Tracklist:
1 – Cameron Werme: “Praying Hands (VRC6 Version)” from Castlevania II: Belmont’s Revenge (GB, 1991) Composed by Hidehiro Funauchi and Arranged by Cameron Werme
2 – Bedroth: “Flight” from Panzer Dragoon (Saturn, 1995) Composed by Yoshitaka Azuma
3 – Alex Messenger: “Wakakusa GCC Spring Theme” from Swingerz Golf (GC, 2002) Composed by Takeshi Arai
4 – The Diad: “The Grind” from Going Under (Switch, PS4, PC, XB1, 2020) Composed by Felix Peaslee and Chong the Nomad
5 – UtopiaNemo: “Backpack” from Grindstone (iOS, Android, Switch, Xbox, PlayStation, 2019) Composed by Sam Webster
6 – Ryan Steel: “Journey Through Time” from Fire Emblem Warriors (Switch, 3DS, 2017) Composed by Yosuke Kinoshita, Kosuke Mizukami, Shinichiro Nakamura, and Hiromu Akaba
7 – Dan Laughton: “Patology” from Pato Box (PC, Mac, Switch, PS4, XB1, Vita, 2018) Composed by Controvol (Luis Vázquez De Lara Padilla)
8 – Chris Murray: “Throbbing Heartbeat (Event Battle 3)” from Ys X -Nordics- (PS4, PS5, Switch, 2023) Composed by Mitsuo Singa
9 – Kung-Fu Carlito: “Fight and Flight” from Rivals of Aether (PC, XB1, 2015) Composed by Flashygoodness
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Welcome to 2024! The theme of the day is a look back at 2023. Each host brings a list of their accomplishments, picks and pans, and some of their favorite VGM too! As always, we’ve got input from our dear listeners as well. Get some great game recommendations, and find out which OSTs were our community’s favorites!
A huge thank you to Indira J (The Misadventures of Buddy and Friend, Sacrimony) for the amazing VGMbassy artwork and design, and to Jason Letourneau for the podcast theme song!
Check out the VGMbassy Patreon for some fantastic bonuses, including exclusive podcast content!
Thanks to our supporting Patreon patrons, who help make this show possible: Ryan Steel, Cameron Werme, Periodical, Kung-Fu Carlito, Scott McElhone, Chris Murray, Chris Myers, Mike Stark, KeyGlyph, Kyle Krull, The Diad, Daryl Bowers, Tom Hunt, Cameron Chiles, and Dan Laughton.
Check out the Instagram account for artsy-fartsy game-related images: @TheVGMbassy
Listen here or find us on iTunes, Google Play Music, Amazon Podcasts, Stitcher, or your favorite podcast app:
The Tracklist:
1 – “Praying Hands” from Castlevania 2: Belmont’s Revenge (1991, Gameboy) Composed by Hidehiro Funauchi
2 – “Boss Battle: Critical Clash 2” from Octopath Traveler 2 (PC, PS, NSW 2023) Composed by Yasunori Nishiki
3 – “Don’t Preheat Your Oven Because If You Do The Song Won’t Play” from Pizza Tower (PC, 2023) Composed by ClascyJitto, Mr. Sauceman, and POST ELVIS
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We all love chiptune VGM, right? So many composers have written magical tunes for 8 and 16 bit console hardware. What some folks may not know is that there are also thousands of pieces of music written for these systems that weren’t meant for video games at all. On today’s show, Ed and Embassy Exclusive cohost Todd have selected a few amazing chiptune tracks from the demoscene. To make things interesting, their main focus of conversation is to imagine what kinds of hypothetical video games these amazing songs might feel at home in! So buckle up! When the worlds of the demoscene and video games collide, you may find yourself with a nasty case of Chiplash!
Check out the tracklist for links to the indie artists that are featured on today’s show.
A huge thank you to Indira J (The Misadventures of Buddy and Friend, Sacrimony) for the amazing VGMbassy artwork and design, and to Trevin Hughes (aka chiptune composer Jredd) for the podcast theme song!
Check out the VGMbassy Patreon for some fantastic bonuses, including exclusive podcast content!
Thanks to our supporting Patreon patrons, who help make this show possible: Ryan Steel, Cameron Werme, Kung-Fu Carlito, Scott McElhone, Chris Murray, Chris Myers, Mike Stark, KeyGlyph, Kyle Krull, The Diad, Daryl Bowers, Tom Hunt, Cameron Chiles, Muddle MADness, and Dan Laughton.
Follow The VGMbassy on Twitter: @TheVGMbassy
Check out the Instagram account for artsy-fartsy game-related images: @TheVGMbassy
Listen here or find us on iTunes, Google Play Music, Amazon Podcasts, Stitcher, or your favorite podcast app:
The Tracklist:
1 – “Movement 1” by Tristan Perich from the album 1-bit symphony (2010)
Tristan Perich’s Bandcamp
2 – “Crimson Beech” by Lutin from the album nanoloop 2.3 comp – a selection of nanoloop 2.3 tracks (2010)
Album Download
3 – “April 10th” by Zen Albatross (2009)
Bandcamp Link
4 – “Cherry Cola” by Kommisar from the album Mercury (2015)
Kommisar’s Bandcamp
5 – “The Cluster & the Cloud” by Dubmood from the album Lost Floppies Vol. 2 (2013)
Dubmood’s Bandcamp
6 – “Vampire Explosion” by H-Pizzle from the album The Tale of the Fable of the Legend of HPizzle (2010)
H-Pizzle’s Bandcamp
7 – “Pizza Pizza” by Algar from the album Chiptunes in Stereo (2012)
Algar’s Bandcamp
8 – “Into the Lion’s Den” by Willrock from the album Illusion of the 3rd World (2019)
Willrock’s Bandcamp
9 – “Leeds” by Boy vs Bacteria from the album Waste No Sound (2013)
Boy vs Bacteria’s Bandcamp
10 – “Some Dealings with the Office of Magic” by Musho from the album Swamps of Eden (2014)
Musho’s Bandcamp
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It’s our last episode of 2023! For this festive Christmas Eve release, the EE boys gather around their warm microphones and chat about a number of fun topics. Todd starts a chat about regrettable game purchases with a few amusing anecdotes. Joe wants to know which games have captured us in its clutches of addiction, citing games like Dead Cells as his personal vice. To round out the show, Ed wants to know how geek culture is tied into our listeners’ holidays, and what gaming traditions we’ve started. We hope everyone has a great holiday, a fantastic New Year, and we’ll see everyone in 2024!
A huge thank you to Indira J (The Misadventures of Buddy and Friend, Sacrimony) for the amazing VGMbassy artwork and design, and to Jason Letourneau for the podcast theme song!
Check out the VGMbassy Patreon for some fantastic bonuses, including exclusive podcast content!
Thanks to our supporting Patreon patrons, who help make this show possible: Ryan Steel, Cameron Werme, Periodical, Kung-Fu Carlito, Scott McElhone, Chris Murray, Chris Myers, Mike Stark, KeyGlyph, Kyle Krull, The Diad, Daryl Bowers, Tom Hunt, Cameron Chiles, and Dan Laughton.
Check out the Instagram account for artsy-fartsy game-related images: @TheVGMbassy
Listen here or find us on iTunes, Google Play Music, Amazon Podcasts, Stitcher, or your favorite podcast app:
The Tracklist:
1 – “Devil’s Lab” from Final Fantasy VI Pixel Remaster (PC, Switch, PS, Xbox, 2022) originally composed by Nobuo Uematsu
2 – “Clock Tower” from Dead Cells (PC, Switch, PS, Xbox, 2017) Composed by Yoann Laulan
3 – “It’s Not Ice! (Stage 4)” from Magical Chase (TG-16, 1993) Composed by Masaharu Iwata
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Ed and Cameron are put to the test in another Blind Listen episode! This month, VGMbassy community member UtopiaNemo has provided the soundtrack from an obscure title called Sora no Fudousan. Ed and Cam must listen to the music and try to determine what the game is about, what system the game is for, and who the composer might be by the end of the show! Listen along and make your guesses, because all will be revealed in the final moments of the podcast.
A huge thank you to Indira J (The Misadventures of Buddy and Friend, Sacrimony) for the amazing VGMbassy artwork and design, and to Trevin Hughes (aka chiptune composer Jredd) for the podcast theme song!
Check out the VGMbassy Patreon for some fantastic bonuses, including exclusive podcast content!
Thanks to our supporting Patreon patrons, who help make this show possible: Ryan Steel, Cameron Werme, Kung-Fu Carlito, Scott McElhone, Chris Murray, Chris Myers, Mike Stark, KeyGlyph, Kyle Krull, The Diad, Daryl Bowers, Tom Hunt, Cameron Chiles, Muddle MADness, and Dan Laughton.
Check out the Instagram account for artsy-fartsy game-related images: @TheVGMbassy
Listen here or find us on iTunes, Google Play Music, Stitcher, or your favorite podcast app!
**Spoiler Alert
DO NOT SCROLL DOWN UNTIL YOU’VE FINISHED LISTENING!!
Composer and Game Credits are Listed at the Bottom of the Tracklist
The Tracklist:
01 Floating Object in the Sky
02 Introduction to Law
03 A Chemical Reaction of Embodied Magical Power
04 Haruna Harukawa 2
05 Haruna Harukawa 3
06 Combat
07 Dueling
08 Jellybeans and Milk
09 Haruna Harukawa 1
10 Immediate Departure
11 100M Dash on a Tightrope at an Altitude of 100M
12 Big Mistake
13 Last Magic
14 Exile to the West
Sora no Fudousan (Sharp X6800, PC, 2001)Composed by Hiroyuki Mizuno
Developed by Jitensha Sougyou
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There’s a good mix of light and heavy topics on this month’s show. Todd starts out with a discussion on the game collecting market, and games that might be out of reach for us due to pricing. Joe leads a chat about great uses of graphics and art design in games, and the hosts all have some very different takes on what that means. Lastly, Ed remembers the old TV setup he used to play games on as a kid, and invites the listeners to share their own childhood gaming rooms and how they influenced their gaming habits growing up. As a side note, please humor Ed as he begs us all to play Inscryption for a good five minutes at the start of the show. He’s really quite smitten with it.
A huge thank you to Indira J (The Misadventures of Buddy and Friend, Sacrimony) for the amazing VGMbassy artwork and design, and to Jason Letourneau for the podcast theme song!
Check out the VGMbassy Patreon for some fantastic bonuses, including exclusive podcast content!
Thanks to our supporting Patreon patrons, who help make this show possible: Ryan Steel, Cameron Werme, Periodical, Kung-Fu Carlito, Scott McElhone, Chris Murray, Chris Myers, Mike Stark, KeyGlyph, Kyle Krull, The Diad, Daryl Bowers, Tom Hunt, Cameron Chiles, and Dan Laughton.
Check out the Instagram account for artsy-fartsy game-related images: @TheVGMbassy
Listen here or find us on iTunes, Google Play Music, Amazon Podcasts, Stitcher, or your favorite podcast app:
The Tracklist:
1 – “Title theme” from Undernauts: Labyrinth of Yomi (Switch, PS, Xbox, PC, 2021) Composed by Naoaki Jinbo
2 – “Course Mania!” from Super Mario Wonder (Switch, 2023), composed by Shiho Fujii, Sayako Doi, and Chisaki Shimazu
3 – “April’s Stage” from TMNT Tournament Fighters (GEN, 1993) Composed by Miki Higashino
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On this month’s episode, Logan is back! Prepare to be schooled as they delve into the world of Undertale alternate universes, unraveling the intricate web of fan-created narratives that have sprung from Toby Fox’s iconic game. Logan passionately explores the diverse interpretations and imaginative twists that fans have introduced to Undertale’s original storyline. The focus of the episode, of course, is a deep dive into the mesmerizing music that accompanies these alternate universes. Filled with determination, Ed and Logan dissect the emotional impact and creative brilliance of these soundtracks, discussing how it enhances the unique atmosphere of each alternate universe. Whether you’re a die-hard Undertale fan or a newcomer to the universe of alternate timelines, you’re in for an engaging exploration of the boundless creativity inspired by this beloved indie game.
Check out the tracklist for links to the indie artists that are featured on today’s show.
A huge thank you to Indira J (The Misadventures of Buddy and Friend, Sacrimony) for the amazing VGMbassy artwork and design, and to Trevin Hughes (aka chiptune composer Jredd) for the podcast theme song!
Check out the VGMbassy Patreon for some fantastic bonuses, including exclusive podcast content!
Thanks to our supporting Patreon patrons, who help make this show possible: Ryan Steel, Cameron Werme, Kung-Fu Carlito, Scott McElhone, Chris Murray, Chris Myers, Mike Stark, KeyGlyph, Kyle Krull, The Diad, Daryl Bowers, Tom Hunt, Cameron Chiles, Muddle MADness, and Dan Laughton.
Follow The VGMbassy on Twitter: @TheVGMbassy
Check out the Instagram account for artsy-fartsy game-related images: @TheVGMbassy
Listen here or find us on iTunes, Google Play Music, Amazon Podcasts, Stitcher, or your favorite podcast app:
The Tracklist:
1 – “Dynami V2 NITRO Remix” from Altertale (2017) Composed by Robin Blend, Remixed by Nick Nitro
Robin Blend’s Soundcloud
2 – “Black Apple” from Underverse (2020) Composed by NyxTheShield
NyxTheShield’s Bandcamp
3 – “Phase 1 [Now You’ll Never Leave]” from VHS SANS (2023) Composed by iamaboss0
iamaboss0’s Soundcloud
4 – “Megalo Strike Back V3” (2021) from Earthbound I Miss You Composed by Toby Fox, Remixed by Nick Nitro
Nick Nitro’s Youtube
5 – “Not a Slacker Anymore (Official Remake)” from Undertale: Last Breath (2021) Composed by BenLab, Remixed by OnyxCupcakes
OnyxCupcakes’ YouTube
6 – “Reality Check Through the Skull” from Dusttale (2020) Composed by DM DOKURO
DM DOKURO’s Bandcamp
7 – “Made in Heaven” from Deltamyth (2021) Composed by Moonster
Moonster’s Soundcloud
8 – “Hello World (Fatal Error)” from Aftertale (Comic, 2015) Composed by SharaX
SharaX’s YouTube
9 – “Royal Knight/ Evil Papyrus Theme” from Underfell (2015) Composed by Neveroff
Neveroff’s YouTube
10 – “Forlorn (Dalv’s Battle Theme)” from Undertale Yellow (2016) Composed by MasterSwordRemix and arranged by MyNewSoundtrack
MyNewSoundtrack’s Bandcamp
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If you could pick your favorite non-VGM music artist to make a video game soundtrack, who would you choose? This was just one of the topics of discussion on today’s show, and we got some really interesting answers from the listeners! Also featured: A chat about deck-building games which causes patron Ryan Steel to contribute a hilariously confusing testimonial, and some debate around the definition of the term “backlog” and how it relates to our gaming habits. Add a dash of some great VGM selections as usual, and you’re in for a fun episode!
A huge thank you to Indira J (The Misadventures of Buddy and Friend, Sacrimony) for the amazing VGMbassy artwork and design, and to Jason Letourneau for the podcast theme song!
Check out the VGMbassy Patreon for some fantastic bonuses, including exclusive podcast content!
Thanks to our supporting Patreon patrons, who help make this show possible: Ryan Steel, Cameron Werme, Periodical, Kung-Fu Carlito, Scott McElhone, Chris Murray, Chris Myers, Mike Stark, KeyGlyph, Kyle Krull, The Diad, Daryl Bowers, Tom Hunt, Cameron Chiles, and Dan Laughton.
Check out the Instagram account for artsy-fartsy game-related images: @TheVGMbassy
Listen here or find us on iTunes, Google Play Music, Amazon Podcasts, Stitcher, or your favorite podcast app:
The Tracklist:
1 – “Queen Eydie” from Alwa’s Legacy (Win, Mac, Linux, Switch, PS4, 2020) Composed by Rushjet1
2 – “The Scrybe of the Dead” from Inscryption PC, PS4, XB1, Switch, 2021) Composed by Jonah Senzel
3 – “No Ya Not & No Ya Didn’t” from The Best Music (2010) Composed by George & Jonathan (George Michael Brower & Jonathan Baken)
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It’s a particularly dark and foggy night at The VGMbassy, and strange phenomena are occurring around every corner! Joe and Ed have no choice but to convert the podcast studio into a makeshift radio station and report live on the unexplainable bedlam happening in the neighborhood. Join us for this spooky broadcast, complete with brand new commercials and a great selection of frightening VGM!
Special Guest Appearances from Myla, Logan, Ryu Hayabusa, and Calypso!
“Creepypasta FM” was written by Joe Murolo and Ed Wilson, and was inspired by the incredible podcast Welcome to Night Vale. Scroll down for a list of links to all of the creepypastas and video game legends featured on this month’s episode!
A huge thank you to Indira J (The Misadventures of Buddy and Friend, Sacrimony) for the amazing VGMbassy artwork and design, and to Trevin Hughes (aka chiptune composer Jredd) for the podcast theme song!
Check out the VGMbassy Patreon for some fantastic bonuses, including exclusive podcast content!
Thanks to our supporting Patreon patrons, who help make this show possible: Ryan Steel, Cameron Werme, Kung-Fu Carlito, Scott McElhone, Chris Murray, Chris Myers, Mike Stark, KeyGlyph, Kyle Krull, The Diad, Daryl Bowers, Tom Hunt, Cameron Chiles, and Dan Laughton.
Follow The VGMbassy on Twitter: @TheVGMbassy
Check out the Instagram account for artsy-fartsy game-related images: @TheVGMbassy
Listen here or find us on iTunes, Google Play Music, Amazon Podcasts, Stitcher, or your favorite podcast app:
The Tracklist:
1 – “Death” from Fez (PC, PS3, Xbox 360, 2012) composed by Richard Vreeland (Disasterpiece)
2 – “The Torrens,” “Blinds Open,” and “Find That Key” from Alien Isolation (Switch, Playstation, Xbox, PC, Mobile, 2014) Composed by Christian Henson, Joe Henson and Alexis Smith
3 – “Dairon Blackout” from Metroid Dread (Switch 2021) Composed by Kenji Yamamoto
4 – “Blood Moon” from Renfield: Bring Your Own Blood (PC, 2023) Composed by Mitch Foster
5 – “Silent Hill Theme Remix” from Super Bomberman R2 (Switch, 2023) Composed by Akira Yamaoka and arranged by Seima Iwahashi and Yuki Hidaka of Elements Garden
6 – “Dreamworld Grounds” from Gauntlet: Dark Legacy (Arcade, PS2, GCN, Xbox, 2000) Composed by John Paul and Joe Lyford
Relevant Links:
1 – Sheng Long
2 – Polybius
3 – Galaxy News Radio Predictions
4 – Iraqi PS2 Supercomputer
5 – Skyrim Bug Jars
6 – Final Fantasy Airship Glitch
7 – Killswitch
8 – The Berzerk Curse
9 – Hideo Kojima’s P.T.
10 – Animal Crossing Abductions
11 – Mario Galaxy’s Hell Valley
12 – Tomb Raider Nude Code
13 – Bigfoot in GTA San Andreas
14 – Mew in Vermillion City
15 – Mario’s Laser Suit
16 – Rankles the Otter
17 – BEN Drowned
18 – F-Zero for Virtual Boy
19 – Lavender Town Syndrome
20 – Petscop
21 – Wrestle Jam ’88
22 – Half-Life 3
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On today’s episode, the boys say goodbye to summer and look forward to everything the rest of the year has to offer: Turning leaves, cooler weather, spooky season, and lots of holiday season games to play! Starting the discussion, Todd returns to the subjects of remakes and remasters, wondering what style of reimagined games best capture our attentions. Joe puts out a poll to gauge what everyone’s favorite autumn-based video game level is. And lastly, the trio deep-dive into the latest Nintendo Direct, highlighting their favorite announcements and talking about the state of the video game industry going forward.
A huge thank you to Indira J (The Misadventures of Buddy and Friend, Sacrimony) for the amazing VGMbassy artwork and design, and to Jason Letourneau for the podcast theme song!
Check out the VGMbassy Patreon for some fantastic bonuses, including exclusive podcast content!
Thanks to our supporting Patreon patrons, who help make this show possible: Ryan Steel, Cameron Werme, Periodical, Kung-Fu Carlito, Scott McElhone, Chris Murray, Chris Myers, Mike Stark, KeyGlyph, Kyle Krull, The Diad, Daryl Bowers, Tom Hunt, Cameron Chiles, and Dan Laughton.
Check out the Instagram account for artsy-fartsy game-related images: @TheVGMbassy
Listen here or find us on iTunes, Google Play Music, Amazon Podcasts, Stitcher, or your favorite podcast app:
The Tracklist:
1 – “Shinra’s Theme” from Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade (2020) Originally Composed by Nobuo Uematsu and arranged by Shotaro Shima, Yoshinori Nakamura, Masashi Hamauzu, Yoshitaka Suzuki, Mitsuto Suzuki, Shootie HG, Tsuyoshi Sekito, George Kano, A5SEMBLER, Nozomi Toki, and Ryo Furukawa
2 – “Possum Springs” from Night in the Woods (2017), composed by Alec Holowka
3 – “Snail Mode” from F-Zero 99 (Switch, 2023) Composed by James Phillipsen
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Ed digs out some of the more obscure examples of chip-based music for the Sega CD platform.
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The crew tackles some hot and poignant topics today, in the wake of several popular news stories. Everyone’s got burning questions like “What will happen to Mario’s voice now that Charles Martinet is retiring?” and “How can we make more video games accessible to audiences now that over 87% of all published games are unavailable in the retail market?” Joe takes the chat in a slightly different direction, and we discuss mobile gaming, how far it’s come in the last decade, and how gamers can enjoy it on-the-go without falling to some of the more predatory tactics. To wrap everything up, Ed gets meta and invites the listeners to share games and music that they’ve fallen in love with through podcasts. As always, there’s lots of laughs, great music, and some interesting conversation!
A huge thank you to Indira J (The Misadventures of Buddy and Friend, Sacrimony) for the amazing VGMbassy artwork and design, and to Jason Letourneau for the podcast theme song!
Check out the VGMbassy Patreon for some fantastic bonuses, including exclusive podcast content!
Thanks to our supporting Patreon patrons, who help make this show possible: Ryan Steel, Cameron Werme, Periodical, Kung-Fu Carlito, Scott McElhone, Chris Murray, Chris Myers, Mike Stark, KeyGlyph, Kyle Krull, The Diad, Daryl Bowers, Tom Hunt, Cameron Chiles, and Dan Laughton.
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The Tracklist:
1 –“VHS Death” from Islets (2022) Composed by Eric Thompson
2 – “Dr. Zomboss Stage” from Plants vs. Zombies (2009) Composed by Laura Shigahara
3 – “Creamy Cove” from Aqua Kitty: Milk Mine Defender (2013) Composed by Electric Cafe
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Ed, Joe and Todd listen to the worst VGM, submitted by Patreon subscribers.
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Ed and Todd are joined by Chris Murray and Ed's wife Myla as they dive into the world of video game merch, sharing their favorite collectibles and discussing the gems they wish they had in their collections.
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Learn about the music from the Quake series, featuring industrial and metal tracks from a wealth of talented composers.
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We've got an emotionally impactful show this month, centered around Joe's request for listeners to send us pieces of VGM that hit them right in the feels.
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The Diad joins Ed for Masters of VGM month, focusing on composers that we feel don't get enough attention in the media.
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Nintendo has been on a roll lately! Last month we celebrated all things Mario in the wake of the release of the Super Mario Bros Movie, and this month sees the launch of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom on the Switch. Patreon Patron Mike Stark, longtime Zelda fan and member of the Norwalk Gamer Symphony Orchestra, joins us in-studio this month to chat about the Zelda series and its music. We cover a broad range of topics, play some great tunes, and round the show out by breaking down our top 3 Zelda games!
Learn more about the Norwalk Gamer Symphony Orchestra here: https://www.norwalkgso.org/
A huge thank you to Indira J (The Misadventures of Buddy and Friend, Sacrimony) for the amazing VGMbassy artwork and design, and to Jason Letourneau for the podcast theme song!
Check out the VGMbassy Patreon for some fantastic bonuses, including exclusive podcast content!
Thanks to our supporting Patreon patrons, who help make this show possible: Ryan Steel, Cameron Werme, Kung-Fu Carlito, Scott McElhone, Chris Murray, Chris Myers, Mike Stark, KeyGlyph, Kyle Krull, The Diad, Daryl Bowers, Tom Hunt, Cameron Chiles, and Dan Laughton.
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The Tracklist:
1 – “The Great Sea” from The Legend of Zelda: Wind Waker (GCN, Wii U, 2002) Composed by Kenta Nagata, Hajime Wakai, Toru Minegishi, and Koji Kondo
2 – “Forest of Mystery” from The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past (SNES, 1991) Composed by Koji Kondo
3 – “Great Palace” from Zelda II: The Adventure of Link (NES, 1987) Composed by Akito Nakatsuka
4 – “Lost Woods (Combat)” from Cadence of Hyrule (Switch, 2019) Composed by Danny Baranowsky
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Break out those rolls of quarters! On this episode, Shujin Academy VGM Club’s very own Professor Tom swings by The VGMbassy to play some music from Sega arcade games. We’ve got a treasure trove of certified FM Jams to groove along to here, from favorites like Fantasy Zone to obscurities like Holosseum!
A huge thank you to Indira J (The Misadventures of Buddy and Friend, Sacrimony) for the amazing VGMbassy artwork and design, and to Trevin Hughes (aka chiptune composer Jredd) for the podcast theme song!
Check out the VGMbassy Patreon for some fantastic bonuses, including exclusive podcast content!
Thanks to our supporting Patreon patrons, who help make this show possible: Ryan Steel, Cameron Werme, Kung-Fu Carlito, Scott McElhone, Chris Murray, Chris Myers, Mike Stark, KeyGlyph, Kyle Krull, The Diad, Daryl Bowers, Tom Hunt, Cameron Chiles, and Dan Laughton.
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The Tracklist:
1 – “Take Back (Scene C)” from Galaxy Force II (Arcade, 1988) Composed by Katsuhiro Hayashi and Koichi Namiki
2 – “Dave” from Holosseum (Arcade, 1992) Composed by Kazuhiko Nagai
3 – “Genesis ~Causing~ (Brave Men’s Theme)” from Gain Ground (Arcade, 1988) Composed by Katsuhiro Hayashi and You Takada
4 – “Desert Storm” from Arabian Fight (Arcade, 1992) Composed by Tohru Nakabayashi
5 – “Hot Snow (Round 5) (JP)” from Fantasy Zone (Arcade, 1986) Composed by Hiroshi Kawaguchi
6 – “Main BGM 2” from Dynamic Country Club (Arcade, 1991) Composed by M.A. and Tohru Nakabayashi
7 – “Chapter 1-3, 2-3, 4-3” from Spider-Man: the Video Game (Arcade, 1991) Composed by Katsuhiro Hayashi and Kazuhiko Nagai
8 – “BGM 2” from Scramble Spirits (Arcade, 1988) Composed by Tohru Nakabayashi and Yasuhiro Kawakami
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Embassy Exclusive has a lot to celebrate this month! Ed, Joe, and Todd all grew up on Nintendo, and the Mario Bros universe is extremely near and dear to their hearts. With the release of the Super Mario Bros Movie, the guys have decided to do an all-Mario show! Even better, video game composer/ remixer/ arranger extraordinaire Mustin has teamed up with our trio to share some music from his new album “Mario Mixtape” and chime in on this episode’s mushroom-centric topics. Listen to a few selections from the album, a couple of classic Mario tracks, and of course our listeners’ contributions to the topics, on this very special episode!
Check out Mustin’s album, Mario Mixtape, on Bandcamp: https://mustinenterprises.bandcamp.com/album/mario-mixtape
Mustin’s Website: https://www.mustinenterprises.com/
A huge thank you to Indira J (The Misadventures of Buddy and Friend, Sacrimony) for the amazing VGMbassy artwork and design, and to Jason Letourneau for the podcast theme song!
Check out the VGMbassy Patreon for some fantastic bonuses, including exclusive podcast content!
Thanks to our supporting Patreon patrons, who help make this show possible: Ryan Steel, Cameron Werme, Kung-Fu Carlito, Scott McElhone, Chris Murray, Chris Myers, Mike Stark, KeyGlyph, Kyle Krull, The Diad, Daryl Bowers, Tom Hunt, Cameron Chiles, and Dan Laughton.
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The Tracklist:
Intro: “Ground BGM (New SMB)” from Mario Mixtape (2023) Arranged by Mustin, Originally Composed by Asuka Hayazaki and Hajime Wakai
1 – “Honeyhive Galaxy” from Super Mario Galaxy (Wii, 2007) Composed by Mahito Yokota and Koji Kondo
2 – “Star Maze” from Super Mario Land 2: The 6 Golden Coins (GB, 1992) composed by Kazumi Totaka
3 – “Attack of the Airships (Super Mario Galaxy)” from Mario Mixtape (2023) Arranged by Mustin, originally Composed by Koji Kondo
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This month, we’re going to dive into the world of obscure Amiga games and their music. The Amiga computer was a popular platform in Europe in the 1980s and 1990s, known for its impressive sound and graphics capabilities. Despite being overshadowed by other gaming systems of the time in North America, the Amiga had a loyal fanbase and a rich library of games with unique soundtracks. In this episode, Ed explores some of the lesser-known titles from the Amiga era and showcases the talented composers who brought these games to life. He plays some of his favorite tracks from these games and discusses the gameplay mechanics that made them so unique.
A huge thank you to Indira J (The Misadventures of Buddy and Friend, Sacrimony) for the amazing VGMbassy artwork and design, and to Trevin Hughes (aka chiptune composer Jredd) for the podcast theme song!
Check out the VGMbassy Patreon for some fantastic bonuses, including exclusive podcast content!
Thanks to our supporting Patreon patrons, who help make this show possible: Ryan Steel, Cameron Werme, Kung-Fu Carlito, Scott McElhone, Chris Murray, Chris Myers, Mike Stark, KeyGlyph, Kyle Krull, The Diad, Daryl Bowers, Tom Hunt, Cameron Chiles, and Dan Laughton.
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The Tracklist:
1 – “Title Screen” from The Curse of Ra (Amiga, 1991) Composed by Rudolph Stember
2 – “Opening Credits” from Double Dragon 2 (Amiga, 1989) Composed by Tomas Dahlgren and Steve Barrett
3 – “Orchestra Rock” from Mean Arenas (Amiga, 1993) Composed by Digital Masters
4 – “In-Game 3” from Clockwiser (Amiga, 1994) Composed by Ramon Braumuler
5 – “Title Screen” from Cyberblast (Amiga, 1990) Composed by Ron Klaren (Andreas Hommel
6 – “Manic Moose” from Projectyle (Amiga, 1990) Composed by Steve Wetherill
7 – “Title Screen” from Georg Glaxo (Amiga, 1992) Composed by Jesper Olsen
8 – “In-Game 1” from Hybris (Amiga, 1989) Composed by Paul van der Valk
9 – “Intro” from Mysterious Worlds (Amiga, 1990) Composed by Charles Deenen
10 – “The Labyrinth (The Toxic Wasteland) [Stage 2-3]” from Kid Chaos” (Amiga, 1994) Composed by Pipe Smokers Cough AKA Daniel Davies and Rob Fenn
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Here at The VGMbassy, we only recognize one video game console as a sovereign entity: The Atari 2600. Incomparable in it’s raw quality and power, the 2600 has been king of the console industry since 1977. On today’s very special episode, Ed dusts off some of the games of his youth, listens to their amazing soundtracks, gets his family to join in the fun, and maaaaybe destroys his house in the process!
A huge thank you to Indira J (The Misadventures of Buddy and Friend, Sacrimony) for the amazing VGMbassy artwork and design, and to Trevin Hughes (aka chiptune composer Jredd) for the podcast theme song!
Check out the VGMbassy Patreon for some fantastic bonuses, including exclusive podcast content!
Thanks to our supporting Patreon patrons, who help make this show possible: Ryan Steel, Cameron Werme, Kung-Fu Carlito, Scott McElhone, Chris Murray, Chris Myers, Mike Stark, KeyGlyph, Kyle Krull, The Diad, Daryl Bowers, Tom Hunt, Cameron Chiles, and Dan Laughton.
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The Tracklist:
1 – “Test Pattern” from Warlords (Atari 2600, 1980) Composed by Carla Meninsky
2 – “F&K Farms” from Barnstorming* (Atari 2600, 1982) Composed by Steve Cartwright
3 – “The Stairs” from Haunted House (Atari 2600, 1982) Composed by James Andreasen
4 – “Meltdown” from Reactor (Atari 2600, 1982) Composed by David Thiel
5 – “Flying Clowns” from Circus Atari(Atari 2600, 1980) Composed by Mike Lorenzen
6 – “PALS” from the demo PALS (Atari 2600, 2021) Composed by Gorgh^Agenda
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XVGM Radio’s Justin joins us this month in Joe’s absence for an evening of music and poignant gaming opinions. We’ve got a few patron-submitted questions at the top, followed by our lively topics!
Todd is fresh back from PAX, and alongside his memories of the event, he saw Bit Brigade perform and wonders what other games might be fun to watch them play.
Justin’s debut discussion involves relaxation vs stress: what kind of balance makes for a good game, and does that balance change from person to person?
Finally, Ed’s back to playing SnowRunner again, which got him thinking about learning curves in games, and how much hand-holding is appropriate, as opposed to being tossed to the metaphorical wolves.
Find all this plus some great music, lots of laughs, and crazy side-stories in today’s show!
A huge thank you to Indira J (The Misadventures of Buddy and Friend, Sacrimony) for the amazing VGMbassy artwork and design, and to Jason Letourneau for the podcast theme song!
Check out the VGMbassy Patreon for some fantastic bonuses, including exclusive podcast content!
Thanks to our supporting Patreon patrons, who help make this show possible: Ryan Steel, Cameron Werme, Kung-Fu Carlito, Scott McElhone, Chris Murray, Chris Myers, Mike Stark, KeyGlyph, Kyle Krull, The Diad, Daryl Bowers, Tom Hunt, Cameron Chiles, and Dan Laughton.
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The Tracklist:
1 – “Shooting” from Transiruby (Switch, PC, PS4, Xbox, 2021) Composed by Yumi Kimura
2 – “Honor’s Theme” from Murder by Numbers (Switch & Steam – 2020) Composed by Masakazu Sugimori
3 – “Ontario – Afternoon” from SnowRunner (PC, Switch, PS, Xbox, 2019) Composed by Steve Molitz and Citrus Prana [Mikhail Kotov, Vitaly Chirkov]
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It’s a double-crossover event! Inspired by their shared podcast The Arcane Machine, XVGM Radio co-host Justin Schneider joins Ed for a look at dark subculture music in video games. Get ready for some grindy industrial, spooky goth, and ethereal synthwave tunes! There are some great examples here, including music from Master Boot Record, Jesper Kyd, Akira Yamaoka, and more.
A huge thank you to Indira J (The Misadventures of Buddy and Friend, Sacrimony) for the amazing VGMbassy artwork and design, and to Trevin Hughes (aka chiptune composer Jredd) for the podcast theme song!
Check out the VGMbassy Patreon for some fantastic bonuses, including exclusive podcast content!
Thanks to our supporting Patreon patrons, who help make this show possible: Ryan Steel, Cameron Werme, Kung-Fu Carlito, Scott McElhone, Chris Murray, Chris Myers, Mike Stark, KeyGlyph, Kyle Krull, The Diad, Daryl Bowers, Tom Hunt, Cameron Chiles, and Dan Laughton.
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The Tracklist:
1 – “Motördrone” from the game VirtuaVerse (PC, Mac, PS4, Xbox, Switch, 2020) Composed by Master Boot Record
2 – “Disposal Unit (Imperium Mix)” from the game Warhammer 40,000: Darktide (PC, 2022) Composed by Jesper Kyd
3 – “Main Theme (Aggro Mix)” from the game Vampire the Masquerade: Bloodlines (PC, 2004) Composed by Rik Schaffer
4 – “Then I’ll Make you Mine” from the game Trüberbrook (PC, Mac, PS4, Xbox, Switch, Mobile, 2019) Composed by The Band from Another Place
5 – “Razorback (Unreal Mix)” from the game Unreal Tournament (PC, Mac, PS2, DC, 1999) Composed by Peter Hajba
6 – “Dystopian Dimension” from the game Prodeus (PC, Mac, PS4, PS5, Xbox, Switch, 2020) Composed by Andrew Hulshult
7 – “Obliterator” from the game Shakedown Hawaii (PC, Vita, PS3/4/5, Switch, Wii, Wii U, 2019) Composed by Matt Creamer
8 – “Mayheim I” from the game Silent Hill 4 (PC, Xbox, PS2/3, 2004) Composed by Akira Yamaoka
Welcome to the first regularly-available public episode of Embassy Exclusive! Previously only offered to Patreon members, EE is a fun, laid back show where VGMbassy host Ed and his friends Joe and Todd talk about the burning topics in video games and geek culture. VGMbassy Discord members have the opportunity to participate by weighing in on the month’s topics! As usual, some great VGM serves as an interlude between segment of the show. We hope you enjoy it!
On this month’s episode, we’ve got a lot of discussion about rising costs in the gaming market. Todd is tired of the expense of retro games and wonder about the likelihood of the bubble bursting soon. Similarly, Ed’s a bit concerned with the announcement that the new Zelda game will be $70US, and if it’s a justified increase. Last but not least, Joe and the guys have a discussion about the hardest games they’ve played to completion.
A huge thank you to Indira J (The Misadventures of Buddy and Friend, Sacrimony) for the amazing VGMbassy artwork and design, and to Jason Letourneau for the podcast theme song!
Check out the VGMbassy Patreon for some fantastic bonuses, including exclusive podcast content!
Thanks to our supporting Patreon patrons, who help make this show possible: Ryan Steel, Cameron Werme, Kung-Fu Carlito, Scott McElhone, Chris Murray, Chris Myers, Mike Stark, KeyGlyph, Kyle Krull, The Diad, Daryl Bowers, Tom Hunt, Cameron Chiles, and Dan Laughton.
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The Tracklist:
1 – “Judgement” from Hell is Other Demons (Switch, PC, Mac, Linux, 2019) Composed by Remi Gallego A.K.A. The Algorithm
2 – “Don’t Deal with the Devil” from Cuphead (Everything, 2017) Composed by Kris Maddigan
3 – “Heavy Iron Knight Theme Song 2” from Steel Battalion: Heavy Armor (Xbox360, 2012) Composed by Motoi Sakuraba and Yoshikazu Takayama
To celebrate the release of their new EP, “Let’s Take This Outside,” gritty VGM cover band The Mad Gear have been offering discounts at their gym. Ed decides to get swole, checks it out, and nothing short of VGM-induced chaos ensues. Featuring a guest appearance from Rhythm & Pixels cohosts Rob and Pernell!
Check out The Mad Gear’s new release on Bandcamp: The Mad Gear Bandcamp Page
A huge thank you to Indira J (The Misadventures of Buddy and Friend, Sacrimony) for the amazing VGMbassy artwork and design, and to Trevin Hughes (aka chiptune composer Jredd) for the podcast theme song!
Check out the VGMbassy Patreon for some fantastic bonuses, including exclusive podcast content!
Thanks to our supporting Patreon patrons, who help make this show possible: Ryan Steel, Cameron Werme, Kung-Fu Carlito, Scott McElhone, Chris Murray, Chris Myers, Mike Stark, KeyGlyph, Kyle Krull, The Diad, Daryl Bowers, Tom Hunt, Cameron Chiles, and Dan Laughton.
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The Tracklist:
1 – “Uptown” from Shadowrun (SNES, 1993) Composed by Marshall Parker
2 – “Mansion Basement” from Resident Evil: Director’s Cut (PS1, 1997) Composed by Makoto Tomozawa, Akari Kaida, and Masami Ueda
3 – “Exercise” from Doctor Robotnik’s Mean Bean Machine (Genesis, 1993) Composed by Masanori Hikichi and Masayuki Nagao
4 – “Title Theme” from Ballz 3D (SNES, 1994) Composed by Jason Scher
5 – “Burning” from Axelay (SNES, 1992 ) Composed by Taro Kudo
6 – “Title Theme” from Killer Instinct (Arcade, SNES, 1994) Composed by Robin Beanland, Arranged and Performed by The Mad Gear
7 – “Title Theme” from Cruis’n USA (Arcade, N64, 1994) Composed by Vincent Pontarelli
It’s cold outside, VGM fans! As is yearly tradition at the ol’ VGMbassy, Ed gathers around the fire with his pals Joe and Todd to share and chat about some blustery winter-themed video game music. Get cozy with a nice blanket and a warm beverage and listen to some lovely tracks from Jumping Flash, Overcooked 2, CrossCode, and more!
A huge thank you to Indira J (The Misadventures of Buddy and Friend, Sacrimony) for the amazing VGMbassy artwork and design, and to Trevin Hughes (aka chiptune composer Jredd) for the podcast theme song!
Check out the VGMbassy Patreon for some fantastic bonuses, including exclusive podcast content!
Thanks to our supporting Patreon patrons, who help make this show possible: Frankly Zappa, Emily Donnelly, Ryan Steel, Cameron Werme, Carlito, Scott McElhone, Chris Murray, Chris Myers, Mike Stark, Kyle Krull, The Diad, The Last Rican, Cameron Chiles, and Dan Laughton.
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The Tracklist:
1 – “Bergen Trail” from CrossCode (Linux, macOS, Windows, PS4, PS5, Xbox, Switch, Amazon Luna, 2020), composed by Deniz Akbulut
2 – “Festive Fairground” from Overcooked 2: Winter Wonderland DLC (PS, Xbox, Switch, PC, Mac, Linux, 2018) Composed by Oli Wood and Danny Hey
3 – Credit Roll 1” from KONA (Blacknut, Linux, Mac, PC, Switch, PS4, Stadia, XB1, 2017) Composed by CuréLabel
4 – “Another Winter” from Scott Pilgrim vs the World: The Game (PS, Xbox, Switch, PC, Mac, Linux, 2010) Composed by Anamanaguchi
5 – “When Did it Get so Cold?” from Grapple Dog (Switch, Windows, xbox, 2022) Composed by Jazz Mickle
6 – “Slippery Ice Land (World 4-1)” from Jumping Flash! (PS1, 1995) Composed by Takeo Miratsu
7 – “Far Reaches” from Iconoclasts (PS, Xbox, Switch, PC, Mac, Linux, 2018), Composed by Joakim Sandberg
8 – “Depths of Despair (Frigid Hell Stage)” from Bloodstained: Curse of The Moon (Switch, 3DS, PS4, Vita, Windows, Xbox, 2018) Composed by Ippo Yamada
9 – “Bullets on Ice” from Marble Saga: Kororinpa (Wii, 2009) Composed by Hironobu Yahata
See that spinning dice block over your head? Give it a good SMAAASH! Woohoo! You’ve won a new podcast episode all about Mario Party, with Alex Messenger, host of A VGM Journey. Alex and Ed cover all of the console Mario Party games on this episode, playing some of their favorite tunes, chatting about their favorite minigames, and dishing on fun memories playing with their friends and family.
A huge thank you to Indira J (The Misadventures of Buddy and Friend, Sacrimony) for the amazing VGMbassy artwork and design, and to Trevin Hughes (aka chiptune composer Jredd) for the podcast theme song!
Check out the VGMbassy Patreon for some fantastic bonuses, including exclusive podcast content!
Thanks to our supporting Patreon patrons, who help make this show possible: Alex Messenger, Frankly Zappa, Emily Donnelly, Ryan Steel, Cameron Werme, Carlito, Scott McElhone, Chris Murray, Chris Myers, Mike Stark, Kyle Krull, The Diad, The Last Rican, Cameron Chiles, and Dan Laughton.
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The Tracklist:
1 – “Engine Room” from Mario Party (N64, 1999) Composed by Yasanori Mitsuda
2 – “Space Land” from Mario Party 2 (N64, 2000) Composed by Hironao Yamamoto, Shohei Bando, and Kazuhiko Sawaguchi
3 – “Deep Bloober Sea” from Mario Party 3 (N64, 2001) Composed by Ichiro Shimakura
4 – “Toad’s Midway Madness” from Mario Party 4 (GC, 2002) Composed by Ichiro Shimakura
5 – “Everybody Party” from Mario Party 5 (GC, 2003) Composed by Aya Tanaka
6 – “E. Gadd’s Garage/ Night at the Garage” from Mario Party 6 (GC, 2004) Composed by Hironobu Yahata and Shinya Outouge
7 – “Stop! Bowser Time!” from Mario Party 7 (GC, 2005) Composed by Hironobu Yahata and Shinya Outouge
8 – “Koopa’s Tycoon Town” from Mario Party 8 (Wii, 2007) Composed by Yoshihiro Tsukahara
9 – “Think About It” from Mario Party 9 (Wii, 2012) Composed by Toshiki Aida and Ryosuke Asami
10 – “Chaos Castle Theme 1” from Mario Party 10 (Wii U, 2015) Composed by Masayoshi Ishi, Rei Kondoh, and Toshiki Aida
11 – “Super Mario Party (Main Theme)” from Super Mario Party (Switch, 2018) Composed by Masayoshi Ishi, Toshiki Aida, Satoshi Okubo and Naruki Kadosaka
12 – “Party at the Haunted Mansion!” from Mario Party Superstars (Switch, 2021) composed by Toshiki Aida and Satoshi Okubo
Ed takes a look at music from top-down perspective survival shooters, a genre quickly gaining popularity due to the runway success of Vampire Survivors and it's Castlevania-inspired soundtrack.
Rob and Pernell from the Rhythm & Pixels VGM podcast hang out with Ed and Logan in the VGMbassy studio for a fun casual chat.
Ed joins a cavalcade of likeminded podcasters and shares music from his top 4 composers of all time for Masters of VGM month.
Justin (XVGM Radio, The Arcane Machine) joins Ed once again for a music-history show based on the danceable industrial sounds of the entire Descent series.
Ed explores all twelve games across the entire Quattro NES series, as well as a few detours to listen to some amazing music from ports on other systems.
Patreon patron Scott McElhone tries to stump Ed and Joe with a soundtrack from a game known as Burn:Cycle.
Rob Nichols, cohost of VGM podcast Rhythm & Pixels, joins Ed for a look at 20 years' worth of music from Dance Dance Revolution.
Chris Murray joins Ed for a look at the Falcom sound, featuring classic and modern soundtracks.
Llistener UtopiaNemo tries to stump Ed and game composer Ryan Steel with the soundtrack to a game called Going Under.
Ed teams up with VGMbassador-tier Patron FranklyZappa to chat about the crazy gaming stories they've had with our brothers and family members.
Ed joins the rest of the Embassy Exclusive crew (aka Joe and Todd) to share some Patreon patron submitted tunes in the key of "spooky."
Ed explores the music and history of the Bionic Commando series from its arcade and microcomputer origins to the modern HD remakes and beyond.
Ed and Dan look at the soundtracks and gameplay from Hack & Slash games, sharing music from classic and current titles.
Ed invites his Arcane Machine cohost and XVGM Radio guy Justin to grab some balls, share some sweet tunes, and talk about the history of Mario Golf.
Ed and Hammock check out a fantastic FM AdLib soundtrack from an obscure Korean DOS platformer called Eol's Adventure!
Ed takes a look at a fantastic example of the evolution of game music from the 194X Series
Ed Joins with XVGM Radio cohost Mike Levy to welcome chiptune composer Jredd to the show to discuss his PAPRIUM soundtrack.
Joe and Ed get together on a particularly stormy night to play some creepy and scary game music and things get weird...
Back with one more solo show before the podcast goes on a brief hiatus, Ed shares music from NES games released within the past 10 years.
Enjoy a comprehensive overview of underrated shmup "Phalanx: The Enforce Fighter A-144" and its many ports and soundtracks.
Ed is joined by farm owner and game composer (Catlandia RPG, Pandora; Chains of Chaos) Ryan Steel to check out the soundtracks to games in which farming plays a major role.
Learn about some really cool game OSTs that have been on Ed's playlist over these summer months
Ed and new VGMbassador Muddle MADness (Daniel Perkey) listen to the amazing (and unfamiliar) soundtrack from the Game "Later Alligator."
Cam Werme joins Ed with a selection of incredible Linzner-penned tunes, and they explore his career with Shin'en and their quality shmup and racing titles.
Ed invites speedrunner, parenting podcast host, and good friend Dan Laughton back to the show to check out some music from one of his favorite speedrunning genres.
Ed is joined by Alex Messenger, host of "A VGM Journey," to explore some of the lesser-known GameCube exclusive soundtracks.
Ed and The Diad roll up some fun with an in-depth look at the soundtracks from the Katamari series.
Longtime VGM podcast community member Chris Murray (aka justapunk) joins Ed for a look back at the PlayStation.
Ed takes his 3DO off the shelf, dusts off the cobwebs, and delves into some of the music from games exclusive to the platform.
Ed takes a look at some of the games that the Neo Geo CD had to offer, along with a direct comparison of their arranged soundtracks to the originals.
In a special public bonus episode of Embassy Exclusive, the VGMbassy presents a collection of positive and uplifting music submitted by the Patrons.
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To kick off the festivities for the 50th episode of The VGMbassy, Ed brings his friend and VGM scene veteran UtopiaNemo to the embassy to hang out and read some old video game magazines.
Following up on their last NES Memories episode, Cam and Ed zoom forward a few years and chat about their SNES memories, and recall some of the music that defined their gaming experiences.
Season 2 of The VGMbassy's Blind Listen episodes starts with a stellar guest: Rob Nichols from Rhythm & Pixels!
Ed and three special guests (Emily, Logan, and Ren) share music from their favorite games of all time.
Logan brings out some of the wackiest, craziest games to ever involve sinking a ball into a cup, and totally wows Ed with their amazing soundtracks.
Ed is joined by Chris Steenerson and Matt Sargent from the VGJam podcast, and the trio dig up some wonderful music from all types of adventure games.
Ed purchased a bundle of ten random Steam indie game keys and found a collection of brilliant and engaging pieces of music by both veteran and up-and-coming composers.
VGM community member Bedroth gives us the grand tour of symphonic music and its history.
Ed joins Rob and Pernell on their VGM podcast Rhythm and Pixels for a hilariously off-the-rails show about SNK fighting games. Click here for a link to the show!
Ed is joined by his buds Joe and Todd to share some incredible pieces of RPG battle music.
Pixelated Audio's Gene Dreyband joins Ed to discover the wackier, less-canonical side of Konami's flagship action series, Metal Gear.
Fighting game fanatic and cohost of the Heroes 3 Podcast, Carlos, joins Ed for a look at the music of games in the beat 'em ups genre.
Ed and Emily present a selection of fantastic music from post-apocalyptic video games and examine the very different worlds they were written for.
Ed and his son Logan discuss the evolution of the gameplay and soundtracks from over 25 years of Kirby history.
Enjoy a very personal edition of the VGMbassy as Ed presents an all-star cast of his favorite artists and their incredible music.
Join Dan and Ed as they share music from some of the most difficult and challenging titles they've ever played!
Imagine yourself in your childhood bedroom as you kick back and listen to The Mad Gear's Cam Chiles and Ed share some great NES soundtracks and some very heartfelt and humorous tales of video games past.
Ed sits down with Doug Perry, Sam Bobinski, and Laura Intravia from the VGM jam band DiscoCactus, plays some inspirational VGM, and gets a behind-the-scenes look at some of the band's epic arrangements and performances.
Cam Werme swings by the VGMbassy and joins Ed to talk about some of their favorite Switch indie soundtracks.
Ed flies solo for the first time in almost a year, showing off a great collection of music from game composers who have impacted him in some way.
The light side of sci-fi is the name of the game this time around, as Emily shares some incredible music from her favorite titles.
Ben and Ed had so much fun researching and presenting game-related topics back on episode 7, that they've returned with a new collection of game music to challenge each other with
John Jekel (aka The Mixxmaster) stops by the VGMbassy bowling lanes to talk about the sport that he and Ed have been playing for years.
Jordan Werme from the Table to Stage podcast joins Ed for an in-depth look at an award-winning, super-creepy, and super-fun indie title called Oxenfree.
Rob Nichols from Rhythm and Pixels joins Ed in sharing some of the best Drum and Bass video games has to offer
Bryan and Gene from Pixelated Audio, Emily from Sound Test Roulette, and Ed (with special guest Logan) from The VGMbassy chat about their journeys in DC and share music with an American theme.
Joe and Ed share the "cream of the crop" of some of the lesser-known N64 games, and dish out some N64 game collecting tips along the way.
Join us for an entertaining look at the world of Metal Gear Solid and a collection of the series' incredible music.
Ed's son Logan returns to the show to cover the history of rolling digital balls through dangerous mazes.
Emily stops by the Embassy with a great idea: randomized game music in the spirit of her new podcast, Sound Test Roulette.
Ed and The Diad listen to a very unique mystery soundtrack sent in by Patreon patron Scott McElhone!
On today's hilarious crossover episode, Justin from XVGM Radio joins Ed to check out some games with bizarre and comical names
Regardless of your VGM or holiday culture, we here at the embassy wish you a fantastic and peaceful week as we cruise towards 2019! Thanks for an amazing inaugural year!
Emily returns to the embassy to listen to a mystery soundtrack. Will she and Ed figure out what kind of game they're listening to?
Ed was thrilled to be invited back on Rhytm & Pixels for a show based around one of his favorite TV shows: Supernatural!
VGMbassador Cam Werme returns for a focus on Jake Kaufman's soundtrack to Scurge: Hive for the GBA and NDS systems.
Michael Bridgewater, the host of VGM podcast "Forever Sound Version" joins Ed to talk about Classic C64 titles.
Today’s VGM was selected by Patreon rewards member Cam Werme! Ed and special guest VGMbassador
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Ed invites The Messenger composer Rainbowdragoneyes, aka Eric Brown, to have a chat about the game's music and development.
Cam Chiles of VGM cover band The Mad Gear shares music from edutainment games of the 90's and beyond!
Ed takes to the stage at Retroworld Expo 2018 in Hartford CT, joined by Rob and Pernell from Rhythm & Pixels, and Cam Werme!
Rob Nichols, Pernell, Cam Werme, and Todd all join in the fun for a show focused on Jet Set Radio composer Hideki Naganuma.
Alex Messenger returns to The VGMbassy to share music from the Game & Watch Gallery series.
In tribute to the VGM Jukebox, Cam and Ed have filled today's show to the brim with nostalgia.
Ben, host of "The Diad Presents: A VGM Podcast" joins Ed for a show chock-full of crazy facts.
Ed and Special Guest Todd Participate in the First Blind Listen VGM Soundtrack Episode: Black/ Matrix 00!
The VGMbassy hits the ice with the admin of the VGM Podcast Fans Facebook group, Alex Messenger, exploring music from hockey games.
Welcome to The VGMbassy! You're listening to a brand new podcast celebrating video games, video game music, and the online community of fans who love them.