Video Game Music
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Xenoblade Series Composer Has Finished Orchestra Recording For Next Monolith Soft Title
Manami Kiyota, the composer for the Xenoblade Chronicles series, has reportedly finished the final orchestra recording for Monolith Soft's upcoming title. This suggests significant progress in the development of the new game, particularly in its musical score.
Tell me: What's the worst videogame song you've ever had to listen to?
This article discusses memorable and often terrible video game music, highlighting the Mansion Basement theme from Resident Evil: Director's Cut and certain tracks from Tekken 8 as examples of music that is so bad it sticks with the listener. The author contrasts this with the generally high quality of modern game soundtracks and asks readers for their own worst examples.
Performing In and Out of the Studio: Interviewing Supergiant Games’ Darren Korb
Supergiant Games Audio Director and Composer Darren Korb discusses his career, the evolution of his soundtracks, and his live performances. Korb reflects on the challenges and joys of creating music for games like Bastion, Hades, and Hades II, and shares details about upcoming performances in London and at GDC.
Sixth Station Trio’s Zelda Classics Now Available
Sixth Station Trio has released "Zelda Classics," a chamber music album featuring 16 arrangements of music from The Legend of Zelda series for piano, cello, and violin. The album is available on major streaming platforms, with a vinyl pre-order estimated to ship in Q4 2026. Pianist Katelyn Tan expressed a desire to bridge video game music with classical music to introduce more listeners to the genre.
MAR10 Day Returns With Festivities For Fans Of All Ages In Honour Of The Super Mario Bros. 40th Anniversary
Nintendo is celebrating Super Mario's 40th anniversary with MAR10 Day festivities, including discounts on select Nintendo Switch games and special offers for Nintendo Switch Online members. Fans can also enjoy the Super Mario Galaxy Movie and participate in Mario Kart World My Nintendo Open Series challenges. Additionally, select retailers are offering opportunities to try Nintendo Switch 2 systems and receive exclusive merchandise with game purchases.
Sakurai reveals that he wrote the lyrics for Kirby Air Riders’ main theme song, explains why he kept it under wraps
Masahiro Sakurai revealed that he wrote the lyrics for the main theme song of Kirby Air Ride, explaining that he kept it private to avoid associating the game's world with a single person. He discussed the dual emotional layers within the lyrics, expressing both the joy of companionship and a character's wish for freedom.
Switch 2 Exclusive 'Kirby Air Riders' Races Onto Nintendo Music This Week
The full soundtrack for Kirby Air Riders is now available on the Nintendo Music app for Nintendo Switch Online members. This release features 114 tracks composed by Noriyuki Iwadare and Shogo Sakai, totaling three hours of music. An interview with the composers has also been released.
Games Inbox: When will the next Legend Of Zelda game be announced?
Readers express frustration over the lack of official Nintendo Direct announcements and speculation about the next Legend of Zelda game, with some questioning Nintendo's current strategy. The discussion also touches on the surprising positive reception of Pokémon Pokopia and the enduring legacy of the Sega Mega Drive's sound chip.
Stardew Valley's soundtrack is the game's unsung hero, and nails the surprisingly difficult task of making a…
The soundtrack of Stardew Valley is highlighted as an unsung hero that successfully balances nostalgia and newness, contributing significantly to the game's cozy and inviting atmosphere. Composer Eric Barone's deep connection to the game is evident in the music, making it an integral part of the overall player experience.
Denshattack!’s Massive Guest Composer and Performer List Revealed
Undercoders and Fireshine Games have revealed an extensive list of composers and performers for their upcoming game, Denshattack!. The lineup includes notable artists such as Tee Lopes, Shoji Meguro, Richard Jacques, 2 Mello, and Takenobu Mitsuyoshi. The game is set to release this spring for PC and PlayStation, with a demo available on Steam.
The best Los Angeles events for the week of February 23 - March 1 — MP3s & NPCs
This article highlights various Los Angeles events happening between February 23 and March 1, including improv comedy shows, live music performances, and a comedy event focused on horror films. Notable performers include Dana Gould and Kahyun Kim, with a special mention of an event featuring music inspired by video game and anime soundtracks.
LUCID composer David Wise discusses the project in a video interview
Legendary composer David Wise discusses his work on the upcoming action-platformer LUCID in an interview with developer Eric Manahan. Wise and Manahan explore the emotional intent behind the soundtrack, how music shapes worldbuilding, and compare composing for modern indie games to his SNES classics. LUCID is a 2D action-platformer inspired by titles like Hollow Knight and Celeste, featuring pixel art and an emotional story, and is planned for a Nintendo Switch release.
My favorite gaming music #30 ~ Favorite background tunes for work and writing
This article discusses the author's favorite video game soundtracks used for work and writing, highlighting Persona 5 Royal for general focus, Cult of the Lamb for writing mood, and Pokémon Mystery Dungeon and Zero Escape series for emotional scenes. It also touches upon music from games like Monster Tale, Ace Attorney, Etrian Odyssey, and Outlaws, explaining how these soundtracks enhance various creative and work-related activities.
Post-Pandemic Check-in: Orchids, tin whistle, and video game music! ♪
The author discusses their return to hobbies after the pandemic, focusing on growing houseplants and playing the tin whistle. They share their experiences creating music covers of songs from video games like Okami, Pokémon, and The Witcher 3, and express a renewed passion for music.
Video Games In Music #5: Sonic Tunes
This article ranks the author's top 10 favorite music tracks from the Sonic the Hedgehog video game series, with a particular emphasis on the Sega Genesis era. The author highlights iconic tunes like Green Hill Zone and Casino Night Zone, praising the series' music for its funky and memorable quality compared to other franchises.
