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5. Fire Emblem Echoes
4. Tales of Berseria
3. Sonic Mania
2. Breath of the Wild
1. Persona 5

Can't wait for Metroid, Odyssey and Xenoblade to bump their way onto this list.
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weapon_d00d816 posted...

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Most people don't like it because they want a straightforward action game like 3 and 4 but it's an incredible atmospheric game despite the technical flaws.

This guy knows what's up. Plot is also amazing and imbues something you'll take with you.
It'll be hard to go back to 2 after 3 and 4, so don't skip it.
Just avoid Primal tbh
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Anisoptera posted...

ponyseizures posted...

or because of the violent, controversial ending that confused everyone

It was pretty straight forward unless you weren't listening to the narrative. The world become one except for Asuka and Shinji who remained individuals.

Congratulations
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or because of the violent, controversial ending that confused everyone
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Arms, the fucking topic
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GuyWhoGames posted...

No record scratch sound effects? Jet Set is letting me down. The percussion makes up for it. In a game with as much punk funk, you gotta stir up attitude. I think the people cheering aids there.

Ozarhok posted...

1 - Featuring Bomberman from the Bomberman series? The percussion/bass, if you can call it that, really sets in a carnival vibe. Of course this corresponds with the atmosphere of the game.

2 - I've never seen the cover art for this game before. I find it hilarious. Friendly for sure. Not something I would want to hear again, however.

3 - Now this intrigues me because the cohesion is almost non-existent. The guitar is just out there doing it's own thing, squealing ridiculously high. And not that it matters, but the background support just goes AWOL at 1:32. I love it! The guitar, still, is just out there doing what it pleases! And then at 2:35, there goes the other strings? What is this song
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Kircheis posted...

(This plays at a point in the game where maximum sadness happens. Y'know, just in case you don't wanna soundtrack spoil yourself.)

Track 1 - HOO WEE are we a big fan of the whammy or what. It's overused IMO. It's not bad for second duration intervals. But I'd hope it doesn't play as long as the youtube video does. I literally can not hear anything else over that damn guitar.

Track 2 - This does sound pretty sad.

Track 3 - This sounds like a boss fight theme but also even staff roll based on the softer opening. Okay. It's played a little bit more and I'm siding more with a battle theme than credits.

Kircheis posted...

This was going to be an empty bump, but those piss me off so have some more VGM to rate.

Track 1 - See, I miss this. I'm playing Berseria right now and I'm so sick of drum rolls and guitar thrashes. Good theme but what's nice is that it uses soft instruments to display the discrepancy of minor battles compared to the bigger ones.

Track 2 - The Pursuit and Cornered themes have to be my favorite. They take something as dull as a court trial and amp up the player so that he's presenting evidence and pointing out contradictions like his life depends on it. And in the sixth game it does

Track 3 - Foremost, what the fuck is Pokemon Conquest I have never heard of this title but upon a google search there's a man with a beard on the cover art what is going on here

Reminds me a lot of Koji Kondo's work on Wind Waker. With "Conquest" in the title, I 100% expect this.

Shotgunnova posted...

Track 1 - I'm torn between a desert setting such as the wild west or Sahara. But then there's title 'Call from Sea.' So it's like can i get uhhhhhhh explanation. It's calm, though, fits the chick in the thumbnail.

Albel-Nox posted...

I like it a lot. It's a great remix. It's fast, though, which is unusual for credits. However, it makes sense here. One, you're gonna be seeing the credits a lot so it's not meant to be huge orchestral movement. And for two, it doesn't take much to achieve.
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I AM ALIVE. Just been v busy. V busy.

luigi13579 posted...

Contra III - Stage 03

Mega Man X4 - Sky Lagoon (X)

Shin Megami Tensei IMAGINE - Universe Seth Battle

Track 1 actually sounds a little mellow for Contra IMO. I'd almost think it to be a stealth section.

Track 2 has good a beat. It livens up the Mega mood. I like it.

Track 3 - Never played since don't like MMO's. But it's clearly a remix of the Lucifer battle theme. I... prefer the original. This is too airy in spots.

Vyrulisse posted...

I like the hymnic chrous in the background, they're on beat with the percussion line. Good track.

GeneralZhao posted...

Sounds like the tide is turning in your favor. Good. I swear, any game licensed/developed/published by Konami has a great and underestimated OST.

3khc posted...

Track 1 - I like the added groovitude. The House of the Dead is a bit more on the satirical side, so this fits.

Track 2 -
What the fuck is this guy talking about
Is this even English
What happened to my wife

Good for an opening. But not as good for a fight.
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Albel-Nox posted...

What do I even feel? The intro is my favorite part because the pitch shift sounds super electronic and futuristic. Distortion in the back is kind of suspending, too. Fantastic theme.
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ManSpread posted...

1 - Conclusive use of guitar. Sounds very final.
2 - Very house. And kind of electrobeat. I honestly thought after the first song it was going to be a bunch of extreme guitar orchestra combos. I like this a lot.
3 - So in most cases, I would argue that a crazy fast theme like the first one is too extreme. This game is a bullet hell shooter, and so a track like this would hopefully have higher pace to match the action. It's a vice-versa case.
4 - Bass is killer and drums are doing a good job rivaling. 5 videos is a lot to post and rate, but at least you're jumping genres with each. I like the heaviness of the tone.
5 - This vaguely reminds me of something you'd hear from David Wise in DKC, but plenty more in depth. The reason for this deception is easily the bells. The warping instrument in the background is also pretty neat.
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DarkMeteo posted...

I like the layer underneath of high beeps at the beginning. This might be a little over the top, though, so I hope it's a boss battle or end game theme.

brain_soiled posted...

can't argue with him there.
Except not VGM so 0/5
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deanshow posted...

Evil in a subtle way, similar to the joker. 3/5. It doesn't exactly flare but this is likely due to system limitations. The image is great, on the other hand.

PostCrisisJ2 posted...

Hello, yes, I'd like to order a dish of fat anime tiddies with a side of electric guitar. I hope when this theme plays, the screen is just absolutely bonkers with things going on to keep up with auditory intensity.

Kircheis posted...

Track 1: Aww you picked my least favorite of the boss themes. Still good because guitar solo. Medusa vibes.
Track 2: And here, have Medusa head vibes. So very gothic and thrashy but obliviously fits in. Love it.

Quorthon109 posted...

Gr8-bit. Good to know that even on lesser technology, Castlevania refuses to let up with a banging ost.

3khc posted...

1 - Good and fast, but not too serious of a tone. Enjoyable. 3.5/5
2 - I personally don't think the song is bad, I just think it has no place in a game like The House of the Dead. This music- any music at all really, takes away from the unknown, ambiguous and foreboding atmosphere most horror games try to simulate.
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Shotgunnova posted...

Very interesting but really sad given the context of the game. If you've ever listen to Blue Oyster Cult, it's a very similar guitar style to Allen Lanier. It's still soft to the other guitar tracks people have been posting, so you're still on the calmer side of the spectrum.

BlueBoy675 posted...

Track 1 - Persona 1's tracks, aside from this, Bloody Destiny and fucking Dream of Butterfly, aren't quite my favorite. But god damn I love this theme; it is literally impossible to not sing along to once you learn the lyrics. Extremely catchy.

Track 2 - It's battle! But it's hush hush battle! Not bad at all. I feel like the strings in the back, which I believe to be violins, are what's keeping me feeling like I need to be very quiet.

Track 3 - I like it, but it's pretty upbeat. Good thing it doesn't play in game. The regular version is way more chill and fits lounging out late at the house with Nanako.

Track 4 - Shit, dude. The F-Zero X OST comes on all the time when I'm driving and it's so dangerous. Does the guitar go as high as my speedometer? Hell yeah it does. Just the irony in the title does it for me with this one. Also would be a great addition to Smash.
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TheMarthKoopa posted...

I'm getting light Castlevania vibes. Good music for a showdown, though. Surely it fits the extreme, over-the-top, 2D fighting action of Blazblue.

Shotgunnova posted...

Disco glitz. It's way urban. But I'm caught between a blend of extreme, exhaust booming, steel to steel racing versus driving at 1 PM to school to pick up my daughter and take her to a doctor's appointment. Or just dancing on the beach. What I'm trying to say is that it's an ideal tone for any occasion, I love it.

You know what? Drop the playlist and I'll eventually surf through it.

Kircheis posted...

(Exploring the mansion as Alex)

(Maximillian's theme)

Track 1 - I played the whole track waiting for something more than a bass drum to happen. This type of music is simple and good as an exploration track since it leaves so much room for interpretation. You might find it unnerving- which is totally a goal for the game, but it could be docile as well. That is until those weird voices came in. At that point, it pretty much solidified itself as a scary song. Also, really cool that the drum sounds very similar to the thunder. Auditory symbolism: even safe-sounding things can foreshadow disaster.

Track 2 - Bell sound effects are a little tacky so there better be an actual clock tower or giant bell in this game somewhere. The actual track isn't bad; sitar use is very reminiscent of tombs and ancient temples.
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Albel-Nox posted...

I feel like I'm in Maryland and I can't really explain why. This feels like a sunset transition to city nightime. I honestly love this.

luigi13579 posted...

SRW OGs: Cherry Blossom Phantasm

Grandia II - Fight!

Killer7 - Dissociative Identity

Track 1 - A boss theme with emotional undertones. Did I guess right?
Track 2 - Nice. It's higher up than a normal enemy theme but not quite boss theme (but it's probably just a regular enemy theme.) I especially love the bells.
Track 3 - How ominous. The beginning is a mix of calm and frightening feelings, but also like a resolution/ peace of mind. When the harp rolls in, it gives the song a structure and drum line, but it still ends very vague. I really love it, though.

Kircheis posted...

Track 1 - Yeah, it sounds like Square for sure. Classic SNES RPG music. But I'd say it fits more along the lines of FF/Chrono Trigger than it does LaL.
Track 2 - This is another game I want to play. I'm not even really into horror but I've heard so many unique things about this game. Love me a good exquisite Gamecube title. This sounds more like a combat or trial theme, however- not really for exploration. I wish I had a better reason for that hypothesis other than "It doesn't sound scary" but that's all I have.
Track 3 - Now this sounds scarier than the track above because the daunting-as-hell piano. The flute is just coming in. And the strings. So it now it sounds more open. I like it.

Shotgunnova posted...

This is so very you. What is it with you and racing games? I'm getting moderate Professor Layton vibes from this because of the fiddle/flute instrument at the front. But it's so jazzy and housey. I do kind of wanna race to it. Very enjoyable. 9.5/10
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Garioshi posted...

Tales of Zestiria - Flaming Bonds Are Being Tested!

Zero no Kiseki - Get Over the Barrier!

Ys vs. Sora no Kiseki - D.A.Y. \ BREAK

Track 1: Fuck the shrine of fire! I think the music fits since it is fire and everything in there wants you dead. But fuck that place and Lailah.
Track 2: So you're definitely someone for fast-paced, percussion-filled, semi-electronic music. Good theme.
Track 3: As I predicted. But this one is a little different. Very good touch of violin, here.

tremain07 posted...

I love the J-poppy soundtrack of TWEWY, just this is one of my lesser favorites. But fucking Christ, were the lyrics always that suggestive?
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luigi13579 posted...

Skies of Arcadia - Last Battle ~ Opportunity

Xenosaga III - Promised Pain

Super Robot Wars Alpha - Messenger From The Void

Track 1: Don't be upset with me but I really wanna play this game and don't wanna spoil the entire OST, especially not the last fight. So I'm gonna sit this one out and maybe someone else will pick it up for me?
Track 2: I can appreciate hymns in battle music. Especially when relating to religious icons. Very good.
Track 3: The winded instruments really help to give you that "in-air" vibe. Great battle theme.


Distant_Rainbow posted...

Let us try something comparatively obscure.

Sousouden(The Legend of Cao Cao)
- Main Theme/World Map

- Climactic Battle

- Tragedy

Track 1: A song for the ages, with lots of eastern influence. Sounds good, but the loop is very short. I can't imagine this playing for too long of a time so it's good that it's just for the world map.
Track 2: The horns at the beginning almost made me feel like I was going on a gameshow. It carves itself out after. It's not very strong to correspond with the "Climatic Battle." It sounds like a battle theme, yes, but with not all too much happening.
Track 3: The piano is great for this type of emotion. It basically rubs in whatever you have going on with isolation. Good track.

tremain07 posted...

I WANNA PRAYERRRRR

This actually sounds kind of sounds like the hard rock you'd hear on the radio. Like something you'd hear at K-Rock. But despite it's resemblance to mainstream metal, it doesn't make it any better for me.
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Kircheis posted...

Track 1 - For a very historical sounding track, it's got a rather punchy/poppy percussion. It's a 'marching' theme, but with a bit of backbent groove.
Track 2 - Good vocals. Piano plays on a line between welcoming and foreboding. Starts to get wildly creepy when the piano soars off on its own towards the end of the loop. I really, really love this.
Track 3 - My, we definitely have an intense boss theme in our hands now. Guitar sounds on point in the solo.
Track 4 - Strings pulling the front are the amazing. I'd vastly prefer this type of battle theme compared to the one above although I guess it does matter on circumstance and enemy. This one takes you on a journey, though, and is much more heartfelt.
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Popcorn_Fairy posted...

At one point in time I knew all the words. Now the game is over 10 years old and has had two reincarnations. I still love this theme, though. It comes in on my car sometimes and everyone sings along with the chorus.

Battle themes: 5 > 3 > 1 > 4 > 2IS
I've brought this up before but Meguro is a genius when producing music for each Megami Tensei. Nocturne and Devil Survivor, for example, exhibit lots of metal but it fits the post-apocalyptic, barbaric scene of the games. Persona 5, opposed, has the jazz, soul, R&B funk and glam rock vibes that still totally fit it. In another corner, there's Strange Journey that has tribal, ritualistic jams. And lastly, SMT IV OST with the 80's inspired, retro synth tracks. Master of all, he is.
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tremain07 posted...

Have at it.

This has literally been all over Facebook, recently. Goes to show you the audience SEGA is reaching for with this game but also the general split in the fanbase. Mania is coming out and looks divine for any classic fan of the franchise. Forces seems like it's trying to recruit new fans, instead, or cycle up the person who's favorite titles were Sonic 06 and Sonic Unleashed.

Kircheis posted...

That's one way of looking at it, heh. Personally, I'll always associate this with my childhood cat, who was still alive when I first played EarthBound. So I guess it's basically a "farewell to childhood" song. The "I miss you" never fails to make my eyes misty because it keeps making me think of that damn cat and how awesome he was. I especially love this vocal cover:

Sorry about your cat! Although I think condolences are likely far too late. Nice cover.


ManSpread posted...

more rare game alerts

Track 1 - I love the electronics. Lots of raves and groove, here. There is literally no point in the song devoid of any instruments thanks to the drum and bass, is it? I'm torn here between wanting to dance or do battle.
Track 2 - I think I'm beginning to understand your musical preference. But I don't like this one quite as much as the first. Having the key at the front was a weird choice; I don't think it's strong enough to carry the rest of the instruments and it splits my ears trying to follow one or the other.
Track 3 - This sounds like something that was previous an arcade game, but it's definitely a shoot-em-up. Good.

GiftedACIII posted...

I love Jun Ishikawa's work on the Kirby series but I tend to go with the lighter stuff. He's fantastic at remixing his own tunes, though, like he does here. Each time he adds more to the track, and the Dedede fight corresponds. Very good. The opening is the best part.

FL81 posted...

It's speedy and to the point after the intro, but I'm not sure music exists that can match the fast pace of action in these bullet hell shooters. Not bad, though.
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Kircheis posted...

Good driving music for Los Santos. Very vanilla for what this game has to offer, though.

Great tune. Love that we can start a battle theme with a soft piano and drive it up with some guitar. A bit of an emotional ride, but that's Persona 3 in a sentence.

There is no title more accurate. Earthbound, but sometimes Mother 3, is my favorite game of all time (they're constantly balancing out with what I have going on in life.) The meaning behind the song has changed a lot for me over the years. When I first heard the tune, it was concluding one of the greatest experiences of my life. Remixing the sound stone melody, the game takes you audibly to all the places you've visited with your friends and what you've gained from each. It helps that the credit has all the pictures from the camera man.

But the "I miss you" in the very last section never made sense to me. I heard many theories: how some thought it was Ness missing his teammates, or how it was Ness's Dad talking to his son, or even, wildly, the game itself expressing that it was going to miss the player. I liked the last claim so I went with it but not until exactly 2 years ago did I finally start connecting the dots behind the phrase. If you're acquainted the legend, Earthbound faced substantial development difficulty that was going to delay the game a long time. At this point, Satoru Iwata stepped into take over direction and they were able to release the game with relative ease. I personally believe that the "I miss you" was dedicated from the dev team to Iwata, post-release. In July of 2015, Earthbound would reveal its greatest 4th wall break, yet. It's now the fanbase saying I miss you to Iwata in the credits. And that we miss the gallant characters and lands he introduced us to like with Earthbound. In '95, he gave us all smiles. 20 years later, we're in tears.

He was the fucking dude.
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Albel-Nox posted...

I give Capcom so much credit not only for making this game in the same style of its NES brothers, but also keeping the soundtrack similar. I'm sure it was a blast for the composers to whip up something in 8 bit in the 2010's. Much, much love.

YookaLaylee posted...

Same as above, all though this is clearly past Genesis sound limitation. I love it though. It's so jazzy and nightlcubesque . And that's what Sonic feels like. Lots of running, loops and twists. Just a dance with the stage.

The Admiral posted...

especially if you're a fan of metal-sounding tunes.

So if you've seen some of my earlier posts, you know metal isn't my most favorite genre. But I try to keep an open mind are there have been some hard tracks that have really impressed me in this thread.

Track 1 - Has a lot going on with it. Sounds like either dungeon or battle/boss music. Fit for either.
Track 2 - I'm not a metal fan but I love me an electric guitar.
Track 3 - Changing it up with some strings are we? Doesn't really feel sad or emotional, though. It has more of a "quiet" vibe to it if you understand. Like you're in a forest village or something of the sort.
Track 4 - Finales and confrontations. Good. But it might be better with some lyrics. The guitar is crying for a vocal partner.

All in all, very good tracks. You can tell the score has been given a lot of careful thought, detail and effort put into it.

luigi13579 posted...

Dark Chronicle - Gundorada Workshop

Pokemon HG/SS - Viridian Forest

Skies of Arcadia - Valua City

Track 1 - Trivial. It's a good track but you can tell by the standard time signature and instrument choice that nothing extreme is meant to be going on here.
Track 2 - Just gorgeous. When I first heard it on the gameboy, I loved the homely, welcoming atmosphere of the forest. When it was remade, it sounded so much better. Lost of good feelings here.
Track 3 - (This has been on my to play list for a long time, only having some trouble tracking it down.) Very good music with lots of atmosphere but also ambivalence.
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Muffinz0rz posted...

A glorious symphony of the ages. Like marching to war. I like it.

3khc posted...

Track 1 sounds like it would be playing in a club. In the game, I mean, not real life. Well maybe real life. It's groovy and full of funk, I can dig.

Track 2 sounds like it was going for a good old, action-packed American jam. Which fits arcade style beat em up... but it is double dragon and if you listen to the track, you can pick up so much eastern musical influence.

Kircheis posted...

Track 1 seems like it would be the theme for the man depicted in the picture. Sharp and strong; lots of guitar rifts.
Track 2 fits Wild Arms. Good that the music manages to retain wild west elements despite its off-base setting.
Track 3 departs from the above and carves out a more traditional JPRG battle theme, right?

ManSpread posted...

rare game alert

It
feels
kinda like I'm about to race. Then it feels very Asian underneath it all- add in an overabundance of percussion. It's not what I anticipated at all, but I love it.
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cbik posted...

Track 1:
So I'm starting to become baffled by this game. Ace Combat sounds fierce, bold, vicious, wild. All of the pieces that have been posted are passionate piano tunes. Beautiful and sweet, which are anti-feelings in what one would assumingly devour in Ace Combat. So based off this track and the previous one posted, I'm seeing Ace Combat as a deeply oriented story experience rather than just aerial dogfight simulator.
Track 2:
nvm
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Kircheis posted...

Track 1 is scary and certainly not what you would expect based on the title/image. The low piano slams are suspenseful but we all know the partial whispering voices are doing the true work, here. But does that really count as music? I suppose.
Track 2 sounds emotional. A childish sadness. It sounds like bittersweet goodbye music. Or just lonely music. 1:12 gives chills.

Jayjar100 posted...

Extended version, huh? I don't have that much time on my hands but the first few loops were good. Lyrical sonic- not talking about the K. Rool rip off from Sonic Boom, is generally hit or miss for me. But this goes along with the speed of the game.

Joelypoely posted...

These don't really count as they're covers but I'll post them anyway

Track 1: Good use of piano to create atmospheric music.
Track 2: Can't say I agree with turning DDD into a lullaby. It's a calmer piece, I agree. But it's more of a sunset theme and less of a bedtime berceuse.
Track 3: You like Jazz? Based on these covers, I'd say so. Sax player is on point, here.
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GOATSLAYER posted...

Good that the lyrics focus on dancing with a rave beat such as so. Isn't this game a platformer though? It comes across extremely fast-paced so I'd hope the gameplay matches up.

Popcorn_Fairy posted...

A sudden and evil melody. Kind of like Monokuma, himself. You wouldn't expect a bear to force you into such a twisted game.
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cbik posted...

Track 1: A combination of hype and nostalgia. Remember when people were losing their minds over 7th gen, HD Sandbox games like this one? Before we had a boat load of garbage remainders in between the announcement of the the 8th gen consoles and their actual releases. When I hear this tune, I'm overloaded with hype.
Track 2: Practically identical with the above. I think Soule wanted to aid the developers in offering the very best things Skyrim had to offer in its beginning moments. The world exposed to you with this music grants a euphoric wanderlust.
Track 3: Unexpectedly soft and melancholic for "Ace Combat." I'm assuming this is either ending/credits music. Beautiful piano.

YellowSUV posted...

Foreboding. But weak altogether.
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cbik posted...

Feels like I'm at a carnival. The floaty pseudo-percussion is my favorite part. Very reminiscent of most old Nintendo GBA tunes.

luigi13579 posted...

VA-11 HALL-A - Skyline

Metroid Prime 2: Echoes - Vs. Emperor Ing B

Thunder Force 3 - Haides

Track 1 - Caught me by surprise in the ambiance and synchronized chorus. I like it.
Track 2 - I think I struggled with this guy more than Prime and the AU. But the boss music fits. Very urgent sounding. Lots of drums and synthesized sounds going on. The usual Metroid music.
Track 3 - The bass stands out here. Still impressive in 2017. I like it.
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KFHEWUI posted...

Track 1: Practically industrial. But it's somewhat hard to make out noises over the "bass" unless it's a higher pitch. Not really a fan.
Track 2: General consensus is that DKC3's OST is garbage compared to 1 & 2. And I think tracks like this is why. It sounds like they just dropped random sound effects over a guitar rift and percussion line. Also not really a fan

coolpal23 posted...

Good music for monsters. Standard music for monster girls. Bad music for banging said monster girls. Not that there's really anything that will fit in that situation regardless.

Superlinkbro posted...

Track 1: Konami of the 90's, son. There's no music better for trotting around the castle and killing everything in your sight. Good.
Track 2: Still very good even if we're going back some years.
Track 3: But oddly, this is my favorite of the three. I like that it's slower compared to those other two. Because you're literally moving so fucking slow in this game.

StickFigures720 posted...

Medal of Honor - Attack on Fort Schmerzen

Sounds like a highly anticipated trailer for a film which definitely matches with the military style game. What I like about this over newer stuff like CoD is that they stick with orchestra which was suitable in the era rather than heavy metal, dubstep and even trap music (wtf?) Battlefield 1 is another notable example of this.
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Staplersan posted...

That's Vindictus, alright. But it sounds generically medieval. It's not a bad song, just very alike with many others.
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neverwin posted...

track 1 - Very expositional and heartfelt. I like that percussion is leading the emotions, here, rather than the typical strings or woods.
track 2 - Conversely, this is eerie as Hell- which is also a very bad analogy. Not sure if I'm supposed to feel sad or scared from this. Or just calm. I wouldn't normally expect this from Pokemon.

Shotgunnova posted...

Not even surprised you posted this. Sega racing game soundtracks are lit. Daytona USA and Sonic R are fantastic and this just has the catchy, suburban, sunny day melody attached to it. Put me in a '98 Volvo V70 and let's check out Chicago. I love it, and am saving to playlist.

The lyrics are also oddly applicable to my life at this current time.

cbik posted...

Track 1 - See when racing games have soundtracks, this is more along the lines of what I would expect. Of course, it is Rockstar. So they never fail musically.
Track 2 - I knew what it was before I clicked the video. Loved this when I first heard it because it was the first time we needed to help Midna in serious, immediate jeopardy. The tone is soft, simple but urgent and foreboding. It's the only time it plays in the game, too, so it shows the exclusive nature of the objective. I learned to play this on piano, it's actually quite easy.
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Blue_Target posted...

Started off sounding like a typical military waltz. Until it broke down with the whistles and groovy trombone (tuba?.) Based on the cover art, it fits. But it sounds kind of annoying. I don't think I would listen to it again.

WizardPowers posted...

I admire how they shift tones at the beginning moving through them all rather than jumping straight to the next. It's got this synth-funk poppy vibe I can dig.

YellowSUV posted...

This song made me wish more of the game's songs were in Japanese or they found a different singer for the English songs. I literally could only understand about 5 words in the Casino level's music which was sung in English.

A good way to end the game, and much like the game itself: starting soft and then maximizing just out of nowhere. Then playing on a cycle. I think Meguro is a master when it comes to Credit Rolls. Nocturne's and Devil Survivor 2's are also stellar.

I agree about the Casino, but Last Surpise/Beneath the Mask/Wake Up, Get Up, Get Out There all have very identifiable lyrics.
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Kircheis posted...

One thing I actually really liked about Eternal Sonata was how most if not all of the soundtrack is orchestral. Take my word for it that I've played enough JRPGs that it makes a nice change of pace. PS3 version has really stupid looking box art though. :V

Okay this is a lot. They all sound pretty similar because they're all works by my dude Motoi Sakuraba who, as aforementioned, I love for his work on Tales/Golden Sun/Baten Kaitos. All extremely JRPGish, I do agree the orchestra is stunning.
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Hexagon posted...

I noticed someone already posted the donkey kong country soundtrack. Do MMORPGs count? Its hard to pick two from maplestory but I like these ones.

You can still post other tracks from the same game, don't be discouraged.
Track 1:
Sounds like a beginning area. Very accurate for the kid friendly MMO.
Track 2:
Gee, it's almost like I've heard this track before. Glad to see switch into something original after the intro. This one I prefer between the two just because Christmas is sweet.

Xeno14 posted...

Track 1:
I can't really tell what the vocalist is going for here and it bothers me. Instrumentally, everything is proceeding well. But the childish singer's tone at the beginning sounds more conversational than singing. Post-crescendo, there's a lot more auto tune being used and it sounds like they added it on long after composition they way he (she?) tries to match up with the band. I think this track might just be better going without. Or, and I would never say this, it might sound better with Japanese lyrics.
Track 2:
Redeeming. This singer puts a target on the table and smashes it through. But the real prize here is the electric guitar. Just when it sounds like the song is ending, the solo cries to carry on one final verse. Much more enjoyable and set for this type of game.
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goldener posted...

Caught me by surprise. What is that opening up? A cello or a violin? Whatever stringed instrument it may be, I judged it was going to be Japanese lyrics and orchestra based on the picture. And it's nice to be reminded that you're a dick for judging anything. I listened to both loops of the song and really enjoyed it. I'm gonna assume it's battle or dungeon music, since the score takes you through all the phases of what feels problematic. The strings introduce us to the conflict, then follow with facing it, and finally when all the instruments flatten out and add vocals, we get a resolute noise.

Gafemage posted...

With a name + boxart as haunting as "Splatterhouse," an audience might tend to forget what they're getting themselves into. While the game itself is a bit scarier than your average platformer/beat-em-up, it's certainly no Resident Evil. And this tune reinforces that. To be honest, the fact that there's any music reinforces that since most horror games just have ambient winds and sound effects. But this juvenile tune reminds you that it is indeed a game that you can win, with no significant loss if not. I don't feel strongly about it.

Popcorn_Fairy posted...

Based on the title and image, this is a visual novel right? They get put under the bus quite a bit, but some of them can show some deep and astonishing levels of fictional but humanistic character. I can see this playing either during a sad conversation- be it dark details about someone's past, or with no hope for the future, or when death is occurring. It's provocative for a sad song, but I don't especially enjoy it.
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Kolibri X posted...

Pretty much like what I said earlier. The thunderous but 8-bit guitar helps immerse players into run and gun action. And it fits. But after hearing so much of it, in this thread alone, it's starting to take away from the overall charm. It gets the job done and was spectacular for the 90's. But now? Eh.
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Outer_space posted...

David Wise is a fucking wizard when it comes to tracks like Aquatic Ambiance, Stickerbrush Symphony, Enchanted Wood, etc. His music helps to make the trilogy more than just platformers. It's not all about the action and violence, you have to appreciate everything that developers put into the game. I truly believe DKC was the pioneer to when platformers started to get noticed for visuals, aesthetics, atmosphere and all fine elements. And David Wise played a key role. Aquatic Ambiance made those damn, dreadful water levels have something to look forward to. It didn't matter how many times I got my ass kicked so long as I got to hear the song. So it will always hold a special place in my heart.
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Gen_Lee_Enfield posted...

DUDE we used to beatbox this in high school when we'd be waiting for class to start. As fun as it is to beatbox, hfs is it annoying to leave playing for too long. Like the developers and composers made it deal to have irritating pause screen music so that players would never be on hiatus for too long. Can't stand to hear it if it isn't coming from my mouth (I just quoted trump wtf)

TheMarthKoopa posted...

Japanese vocals? She's got a great voice and it harmonizes well with the orchestral backing. But for some reason, this song just doesn't do it for me. I'm guessing this is boss battle music based on how momentous it sounds.

Fox_Master posted...

This feels like a break. Not just in the game, but for me as well. Most of the tracks people have been posting are intense battle themes with hard rock inspired tones. When I saw the thumbnail image, I expected likewise. Can I call this ambient? It's very soft and peaceful- brings me wondrous imagery of scenic nature with fantasy influence. I actually like it a lot.

FightingGames posted...

Tekken 4 - Authentic Sky

Similar to above, I saw Tekken and was like "Shit, here we go." Nah. Very calm. I'm not sure how to describe it other than nightish. But I dig it. 4/5.

Xeno14 posted...

Limit Overdrive, which is good, because this song is filled with action. I think my favorite part of the song is at 0:06 when it takes the tone in a different direction.

snesmaster40 posted...

Here's something else

Fits in with the late 80's/ early 90's platgunner genre. When you could just pop the cartridge in and with no context be on level 1 with this music in the background. Surprisingly good for the NES but given the release time, it makes sense.
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Steve Nick posted...

I like that your video included what appears to be footage of gameplay. The sophisticated, hard, determined music contrasts with the pixelated visuals of the game. I enjoy it, but it seems like it might be overkill if the trailer shows the extent of action in the game.

Gafemage posted...

Track 1 was nothing special. It did nothing for me, but sound generically like byproduct used for a video game that didn't have budget/time to find a composer.
Track 2 is interesting one if I am indeed being told the truth that it is for the Gameboy. After the long intro, I was surprised to see it assemble itself to go above and beyond typical limits for the system. And if you've been reading, you know I'm not that into metal. Very nicely done.

Kircheis posted...

Track 1:
Given the events that surround this song, it's so interesting they can wield an electric guitar of all instruments to combine sadness and loss with rage and titular hope.
Track 2:
Never played this game. When listening and staring at the picture, the flute- being a woodwind, matches with the sky-themed picture and probably game. It's child-friendly sounds present a scenario with conflict, but not backed up with brutal consequences.
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Blackstar110 posted...

This was the last good Ganondorf fight in the series. But also the last in the series. All 4 parts test you on what you've learned. There's the usual tennis. Then beast vs beast. On horses. And crossing swords. I love it.
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Damn_Underscore posted...

that's not a rating >_>

Also Goldeneye's soundtrack is meant to be remixes of the James Bond theme

If you can't tell by now I have no idea what I am doing
But a rating you asked for and a rating you will receive.
(7/10)
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Turbam posted...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VI7we_wboWc&t

When I was really young, I wanted Tales of Symphonia for my birthday. My mother went to EB Games and they were out of stock but apparently the guy there suggested Eternal Wings as an alternative. She brought it home to me and I was initially disappointed but fell in love nonetheless. Sakuraba returns. Tell me this doesn't sound identical to Tales and GS.
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Steve Nick posted...

Yep, that's what it is. I like the metal version, but you might like the original better:

Much better. I like it.

Damn_Underscore posted...

Exactly what I would expect before hitting the play button. Until 0:30, that is, when the track alters from what sounds like the film score to the game track.
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Popcorn_Fairy posted...

ponyseizures posted...

Vocal version is better.

I agree.

Just bought this game for $4 but haven't started playing it since I've been pre-occupied with Kirby month. I was not expecting this. From what I've heard/seen it's reminiscent of Gears with gore and artstyle. So I expected heavy metal with lots of electric. This was a delightful surprise.

FightingGames posted...

Persona 5 OST 100 - Rivers In the Desert

One thing Meguro does exceptionally well in Persona 5 is hype you up with the music. It plays into the overall magical immersion that the franchise does so well. The first time I heard "Life Will Change," I was so ready to beat the fucking shit out of Kamoshida. While I like this is as a final boss theme and it does a great job helping me feel the character's resolve, nothing can top "The Almighty" and "The Genesis." This is partially due to vocals, which IMO take away from the severity of a final boss in tone.
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snesmaster40 posted...

Track 1:
What's the charm of Initial D's lightning fast score? I suppose it corresponds with the lightning fast racing. Not as good as the wildly popular "Deja Vu" and "Running in the 90s."

Track 2:
Detailed for 8-bit. I like it.

Steve Nick posted...

Picture made me curious about the game. It sounds like a folk/classic piece that has phased itself modern using instruments form today.

WilliamPorygon posted...

Blue Dragon is a child's Dragon Quest game. And this song is solid evidence.
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YellowSUV posted...

Now, Motoi Sakuraba is another favorite. His work with Golden Sun and Tales are admirable. Venus Lighthouse isn't my favorite, however, I'd give that to Jupiter instead. This is because the attitude/tone is less absolute and more ambiguous.

3khc posted...

Who did this? Toybox? Aqua? Tatu? God Bless the 90's.
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Albel-Nox posted...

Who'd have known gameboy audio was capable of so much? Wonderful.

hollow_shrine posted...

JRPGs are fantastic. I absolutely love when orchestra is incorporated into battle themes. Violence and harmony.

voldothegr8 posted...

Okay, sweet. Piano mixes well with the bass, vaguely reminds me of Gangnam Style with random "Yo" and "Ha" inserts.
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Freddie_Mercury posted...

Track 1:
The first time I heard this was in Mega64's public stunt video. I still kind of laugh when I hear it so when I played the game I couldn't be serious about it.
Track 2:
I feel similarly about this song as I do with the one from MGRR. Not my favorite genre but fits the game for sure.
Track 3:
What's with the weird Beasty Boy style vocals on this track? I love Shoji Meguro, he's a genius. But I vastly prefer the battle theme in town. I've heard this a ton, I got pretty sick of it. Again, it does fit though.
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hollow_shrine posted...

Amazing. The SNES has a very iconic sound palette that I feel this song embroiders.
If only the movie was as good.
clearaflagrantj posted...

Metal or any of the sort has never been my favorite type of music, but running around and cutting the shit out of everything as Raiden really fits with this track.
Popcorn_Fairy posted...

Vocal version is better. This edition feels lacking. I'm feeling a light 6 on this one.
KFHEWUI posted...

Never felt more deifeid in my entire life.
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