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About: We’ve already done a few Forest theme episodes, often centred around a more mysterious atmosphere, but this time we lean on the more fun and lighthearted side of these locations. This is a second set of tracks with more upbeat and quirky forest/jungle themes.  Artwork: Super Mario Sunshine  00:00 - Kokiri Forest [The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time]  by Koji Kondo >  01:48 - Into The Th...

About: An episode with music tracks that have a very laid back, prominent beat.  Artwork: Super Smash Bros. Brawl.  00:00 - Believe In Myself [Ragnarok Online]  by soundTeMP >  02:13 - Dive [TalesWeaver]  by Nauts >  05:03 - All-Star Rest Area [Super Smash Bros. Brawl]  by Takahiro Nishi >  06:24 - Fatidic [Bomberman Hero]  by Jun Chikuma >  08:55 - Beautiful Dead [Danganronpa: Trigger...

About: This episode features another collection of Tactical RPG themes. Music from moments of war, with some highly melodic songs, premonitions of upcoming battle, and some deep, heavy action themes.  Artwork: Fire Emblem: Radiant Dawn  00:00 - Bloom In The Breeze (Blossom) [Fire Emblem: Engage]  by Yasuhisa Baba, Kazuki Komai, Hiroki Morishita, Takeru Kanazaki, Daichi Aoki, Daichi Ishihara, Joya...

About: The Pokémon series is one of gamings longest lasting and most loved series’. As such, it has spawned countless spin-off titles that span many different genres. These are a selection of songs from these many different, and often, very unique games.  Artwork: Pokémon GO  00:00 - Team GR Normal Duel [Pokémon Card GB2: Here Comes Team GR!] by Ichiro Shimakura >  04:19 - Catch’em & Evolut...

About: Super Smash Bros. Ultimate is truly a ‘one-in-a-lifetime’ game that combines the legacies of so many video game properties into one, for lack of a better word, ultimate package. It’s almost unbelievable how many video game series’ are represented, especially through the games music, which includes a whopping 1018 songs! All of this episodes tracks are new arrangements, made specifically for...

About: A collection of themes from Editing or Building modes in various games. Also has a few tracks from Sim/Building games. There are a lot of different styles here, most are more on the relaxed side, while some are a touch more intense. Artwork: Rogue Galaxy  00:00 - Factory (In Editing) [Rogue Galaxy]  by Tomohito Nishiura >  02:13 - By The Bay [SimCity 4]  by Jerry Martin >  05:51 - Zus...

About:  You can not deny the musical strength of the games developed by Falcom. Falcom Sound Team JDK consistently produce some of the best music in video games.  00:00 - Endue Grief [The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel IV]  by Falcom Sound Team JDK  >  02:32 - Burning Sword [Ys: Memories of Celceta]  by Falcom Sound Team JDK >  05:13 - Stage Clear [The Legend of Nayuta: Boundless Tra...

About: After over 120 episodes, we’ve already played a good amount of music by legendary composer Yuzo Koshiro. However, we wanted to showcase more of his music, with songs that we have yet to feature in the show thus far.  00:00 - They’re Back [Streets Of Rage 4]  by Yuzo Koshiro >  03:04 - Over The Bay [The Revenge Of Shinobi]  by Yuzo Koshiro >  05:25 - In The Bar [Streets Of Rage II]  by...

About: A second playlist for those times when you’re sneaking around corners, or hiding in the shadows. From full-blown undercover stealth, to something a little more stylish, you’ll find a song to suit your need.  Artwork: Radical Dreamers  00:00 - Under The Moonlight [Radical Dreamers]  by Yasunori Mitsuda >  04:01 - Criminal Investigation Part 1 [Policenauts]  by Tappi Iwase, Masahiro Ikarik...

About: The end of a long sunny day brings some peace in the form of a breezy sunset. This is a collection of breezy afternoon songs.  Artwork: Chocobo GP  00:00 - Serenity [Fire Emblem: Awakening]  by Hiroki Morishita, Rei Kondoh >  02:37 - On The Beach At Dusk [Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky]  by Arata Iiyoshi >  05:10 - On The Farm [Chocobo GP]  by Hidenori Iwasaki >  08:43 -...

About: A fifth episode featuring emotional and poignant themes. Even if you have never heard of these songs in this episode during their respective moments, they are sure to make you feel something solely from their music alone.  Artwork: MapleStory  00:00 - Soliloquy [Octopath Traveller II]  by Yasunori Nishiki >  03:07 - Serenade [Albert Odyssey Gaiden]  by Naoki Kodaka >  05:22 - Be Absen...

About: These are the kinds of songs you can listen to when you just need a moment to reset. When the world is in a rush, and everything feels heavy. Take a moment to stop and breathe.  Artwork: Xenoblade Chronicles 2  00:00 - Heroes’ Gathering [Kingdom Hearts III]  by Takeharu Ishimoto >  03:47 - Among Stately Peaks [Octopath Traveller]  by Yasunori Nishiki >  07:56 - Innocent Sea [Trials of...

About: Music is quite important in the numerous Visual Novel games that have released over the years, and it is just one component that sets them aside from a standard novel or book. These songs come from Visual Novels, or games with Visual Novel elements.  Artwork: LOOPERS  00:00 - Safe Haven [VA-11 HALL-A]  by Garoad >  02:32 - High Society City [Master Detective Archives: Rain Code]  by Masa...

About: For almost as long as gaming has existed, we’ve had big bad boss enemies to deal with. The tunes that accompany them often increase the intensity to the max with hard-hitting, fast themes. We’ve lined up a fourth Boss Rush set of music for you. Best prepare yourself well.  Artwork: Final Fantasy XIV  00:00 - Critical Clash II [Octopath Traveller II]  by Yasunori Nishiki >  03:11 - Battle...

About: We did a seasonal set of episodes in the past, but found we had such an abundance of fantastic winter tunes! While we probably will do another set of seasonal themed episodes in the future, we’d like to showcase some more winter themed tracks as we have so many fantastic tunes to share.  Artwork: Stranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origins  00:00 - Frozen Wasteland [World’s End Club]  by Ju...

About: Our end of year episode is here, featuring music from some of our favourite OST’s of 2023.  00:00 - Summer Dawn [Atelier Ryza 3: Alchemist of the End and the Secret Key]  by Kazuki Yanagawa >  03:15 - Sonic’s Theme [The Murder of Sonic The Hedgehog]  by Troupe Gammage, Joel Corelitz >  06:08 - Bright, Bold Sandstorm (Fiery) [Fire Emblem: Engage]  by Yasuhisa Baba, Kazuki Komai, Hiroki...

About: An episode all about Ending and Staff Roll themes. These are usually bittersweet moments that follow a sense of accomplishment and finality.  00:00 - Ending [Advance Wars]  by Taishi Senda, Yoshito Hirano >  03:15 - End Credits [Super Mario Land]  by Hirokazu Tanaka >  05:39 - Ending [Aerostar]  by Dota Ando >  07:08 - Credits [Mega Man X]  by Setsuo Yamamoto >  09:01 - Credits...

About: This episode is another follow-up to a past instalment featuring even more music from underground caves, mines, or dark caverns.  Artwork: Dark Chronicle  00:00 - Natural Cavern [Brain Lord]  by Masanao Akahori >  02:35 - Wandering In The Darkness [The Legend of Heroes: Trails In The Sky]  by Falcom Sound Team JDK >  04:43 - Ocean’s Roar Cave [Dark Chronicle]  by Tomohito Nishiura &gt...

About: A collection of themes that feature beautiful themes, or originate from beautiful moments in video games. Your daily dose of serotonin.  Artwork: Lufia & The Fortress Of Doom  00:00 - Reunion With Mipha [The Legend of Zelda: Breath Of The Wild]  by Yasuaki Iwata >  01:43 - Daily Life [Xenoblade Chronicles]  by Manami Kiyota >  04:13 - Garnet’s Theme [Final Fantasy IX]  by Nobuo Ue...

About: Is someone watching? Waiting in the darkness? An air of mystery lingers for the second time.  Artwork: Chaos;Child  00:00 - Dream [Shin Megami Tensei (PlayStation)]  by Tsukasa Masuko, Kenichi Tsuchiya >  01:51 - Missing Perspective [Parasite Eve]  by Yoko Shimomura >  04:23 - An Ill Omen [Octopath Traveller]  by Yasunori Nishiki >  07:36 - Disquiet [Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Survi...

About: Music for when you’re just moments from catching that elusive enemy!  Artwork: Super Mario 64  00:00 - Chain Attack [Xenoblade Chronicles 3]  by Yasunori Mitsuda, ACE, Kenji Hiramatsu, Manami Kiyota, Mariam Abounnasr >  03:03 - Pursuit ~ Lying Coldly [Ace Attorney Investigations: Miles Edgeworth]  by Noriyuki Iwadare >  06:15 - Knight Quarters [Wild Arms]  by Michiko Naruke >  08:0...

About: In this episode we play individual sets of songs that have a similar quality to each other. Whether it’s a small riff, or an overall similar feel or sound, these tracks are reminiscent of each other.  00:00 - Turnabout Sisters 2001 [Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney]  by Masakazu Sugimori >  02:36 - Dating Start! [Undertale]  by Toby Fox >  04:32 - Together Always [Secret Of Mana]  by Hiro...

About: Let us take you on a journey through Final Fantasy X, XII, XIII, XV & XVI. These tracks are ordered in such a way that hopefully it will feel as though you are experiencing an entire Final Fantasy-like journey from beginning to end through a selection of carefully chosen theme tracks, with a few sound effects thrown in along the way. If you listened to episode 34 & 50, you’ll know e...

About: This episode we take a listen to a collection of themes based on Airships, Planes or Flying Beasts. They express a sense of speed, wonder, exploration, or all three.  Artwork: Final Fantasy X  00:00 - Airship Chase [Professor Layton & The Azran Legacy]  by Tomohito Nishiura >  03:59 - Can You Fly Sister? [Trials of Mana]  by Hiroki Kikuta >  07:36 - Clouds [TaleSpin]  by Minae Fuj...

About: These tracks all play during the final moments in their respective games. They’re often played during the final push against the games ultimate evil, with the heroes mustering their last bit of strength to see their resolve fulfilled.  Artwork: Lufia II: Rise of the Sinistrals  00:00 - The One Who Saves The Earth [Lufia II: Rise of the Sinistrals]  by Yasunori Shiono >  02:35 - The Final...