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Helene Bøksle's Voice Returns to Conan Exiles
Norwegian singer Helene Bøksle, known for her work on the Age of Conan: Hyborian Adventures soundtrack, has re-recorded her music for Conan Exiles Enhanced. Funcom has added these new versions of her songs, including "Ere the World Crumbles," to the game. Bøksle's voice was previously associated with the game's music and had a controversial connection to a past event, which she is now reclaiming through this new release.
PS5's Stranger Than Heaven Somehow Got Snoop Dogg and Ado on the Same Song
The theme song for the upcoming PlayStation 5 game Stranger Than Heaven features a surprising collaboration between hip-hop icon Snoop Dogg and Japanese pop star Ado. The track also includes vocals from Satoshi Fujihara and Tori Kelly. Ado will also voice a character in the game, while Snoop Dogg will play a smuggler named Orpheus. SEGA has not yet announced a release date for the theme song.
Forza Horizon 6's Soundtrack Leans into Japan with BABYMETAL, YOASOBI
Forza Horizon 6's soundtrack will feature Japanese artists including BABYMETAL and YOASOBI, with a partial list revealed on the game's official website. While the full soundtrack is not yet confirmed, a leaked list suggests the inclusion of many high-profile Japanese artists. The game is also confirmed to be receiving a PlayStation 5 port.
Legendary Video Game Concert "Heroes" And Composer Akira Akira Yamaoko Arriving To Toronto This
The "Heroes: A Video Game Symphony" concert is coming to Toronto on September 17, featuring music from various iconic video games and special guest composer Akira Yamaoka, known for his work on Silent Hill. The orchestral experience aims to take the audience on a hero's journey through music and accompanying visuals.
See Persona Super Live 2015 in Nippon Budokan Night of the Phantom Concert
Atlus has made the Persona Super Live 2015 concert, held at Nippon Budokan, available worldwide on YouTube. The concert primarily featured music from Persona 3 and Persona 4, along with their spin-offs, and included a trailer for Persona 5. This release follows a previous concert release from 2013 and is part of a series of planned concert recordings.
UNDERTALE: The Determination Symphony expands its UK run with four new dates as global concert tour brings beloved music to even more fans
The Undertale-themed concert tour, The Determination Symphony, has added four new UK dates due to popular demand, expanding its run. The concert features a 25-piece orchestra performing newly arranged music from the game, accompanied by gameplay footage. The tour, developed by Lambert Jackson with Materia Music and in collaboration with SOHO Live, will visit multiple continents and celebrates the 10th anniversary of Undertale's 2015 release.
Persona Music FES 2013 Nippon Budokan Concert VOD Now Available on YouTube
Atlus has made the Persona Music FES 2013 concert, held at Nippon Budokan, available on YouTube. The VOD features live performances of tracks from the Persona series. Additionally, Persona 4 is confirmed for Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and Steam with Game Pass support, while Persona 4 Golden is available on multiple platforms.
Original Soundtrack Revealed For French-Made JRPG Edge of Memories | Console Creatures
Midgar Studio and Nacon have released five tracks from the original soundtrack for their upcoming JRPG, Edge of Memories, on major streaming platforms. The soundtrack features contributions from notable composers like Cédric Menendez, Mariam Abounnasr, and Yasunori Mitsuda, with vocals from Emi Evans and Marion Schneider. Edge of Memories is set to launch on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC later this year.
ULTRAKILL Act 2: Imperfect Hatred 3xLP Vinyl Soundtrack Now Available for Pre-Order
iam8bit has opened pre-orders for the ULTRAKILL Act 2: Imperfect Hatred 3xLP Vinyl Soundtrack, featuring 26 tracks and artwork by Francis Xie, with shipments expected in Q3 2026. The article also briefly mentions other game releases and updates, including DRAGON QUEST Smash/Grow, BALL x PIT, Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes, HellSlave II: Judgement of the Archon, and Goro Majima's addition to Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds.
Into the Black
Composer Bobby Prince, known for the Doom soundtrack, has been released from the ICU and is now recovering at home. The article notes his critical condition and subsequent recovery, thanking medical professionals.
Toxic Crusaders Original Soundtrack Now Available
The original soundtrack for Toxic Crusaders, featuring 36 tracks by Joshua Key and Psychostick, is now available on vinyl and CD via the Retroware site. The full 57-track digital soundtrack is also accessible on various streaming platforms. While the game's release has been delayed, the soundtrack is ready for fans.
Nintendo Drops Super Mario Galaxy Soundtracks on Spotify for Limited Time
Nintendo has released the soundtracks for Super Mario Galaxy and Super Mario Galaxy 2 on Spotify for a limited time. This marks a significant step for the company in embracing modern music distribution methods, allowing fans to stream the acclaimed orchestral scores officially.
This composer just remade the entire soundtrack of the first Elder Scrolls game: 'It really gives you a sense of…
A composer named Martin has recreated the entire soundtrack for the original Elder Scrolls: Arena, originally released in 1994. The remake aims to capture the grandiose and adventurous 'retro-RPG vibe' of the original orchestral-style compositions, which were limited by the technology of the time. Martin expresses particular pride in the character creation and intro themes.
Konami Code 40th Anniversary Projects & Merchandise Revealed
Konami Digital Entertainment is celebrating the 40th anniversary of the Konami Code, which first appeared in Gradius on the Family Computer on April 25, 1986. To commemorate the event, the company has released original soundtracks from several Gradius and Nemesis titles for digital purchase and streaming, partnered with manga artist Shota Hattori for two short manga pages, and collaborated with Amazon for exclusive T-shirts in Japan.
Build A Rocket Boy facing legal action, Behaviour Interactive cuts jobs, and Xbox has a new 'north star' - Patch Notes #49
This week's gaming news includes Behaviour Interactive confirming job cuts, Microsoft lowering Xbox Game Pass prices, and Nintendo facing lawsuits over tariffs. Build A Rocket Boy is also facing legal action for alleged privacy violations, while the Super Mario Galaxy Movie has surpassed $747 million at the global box office. Xbox is reportedly rethinking its exclusivity strategy and focusing on daily active players.
Gamers Rally for Fresh Video Game Soundtrack Rankings Beyond the Classics
A discussion is emerging among gamers about the predictability of "best of all time" video game soundtrack rankings, which often feature the same classic tracks. Players are advocating for lists that focus on more recent music from the last decade, highlighting titles like NieR: Automata and Hades II as examples of modern soundtracks that serve as emotional anchors for their narratives and showcase the maturation of game music as an art form.
The Ivors Academy launches Ivors Composer Awards, video game music to be among categories
The Ivors Academy has launched The Ivors Composer Awards to recognize musical contributions across various media, including video games, film, television, and live performance. The awards, which will be presented annually starting November 17, 2026, aim to broaden recognition for contemporary composition. Eligible works can be submitted from June 1, with winners receiving an Ivor Novello Award.
Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection Gets Free Battle Network BGM DLC
Capcom has released free Mega Man Battle Network Series BGM DLC for Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection across all platforms. The collection, originally released on Nintendo DS, features RPG mechanics with action combat and card-based systems, and includes restored online functionality for trading cards and dueling. The game is available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Lotus Juice is Coming to MAGWest 2026
Japanese rapper and composer Lotus Juice, known for his work on the Persona series soundtracks, is confirmed to appear at MAGWest 2026. The event, a West Coast spin-off of MAGFest, will take place from August 14th to 16th in San Jose, California. Attendees can use a discount code for badge purchases.
PAON’s Philosophie du Soi EP Now Available
Scarlet Moon announced that PAON's debut EP, Philosophie du Soi, is now available on digital and streaming platforms. The EP features a genre-blending concept of "space jazz" and draws from PAON's background in video game development for titles like Stellar Blade and The Outer Worlds 2. Vocalist Pernelle described the project as a manifestation of her imaginary worlds and a "cry of the soul."