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About: Our annual end of year wrap up episode is here! Features a whole slew of fantastic tracks from games that all released in 2021. A lot of JRPG’s in this list, alongside some more unique, stand out entries from the year.  00:00 - Seiran - Desiring The Blue Mirror [Scarlet Nexus]  by Hayata Takeda >  04:18 - Knock You Down!! [Deltarune: Chapter 2]  by Toby Fox >  06:42 - Outskirts [Cyber...

About: For this episode, we’re diving into the music of a single game. TalesWeaver is an MMORPG with an exceptional and underrated soundtrack. This episode, and perhaps future similar episodes, will showcase games that may not be very well-known, but have stellar soundtracks that deserve the spotlight.  Artwork: TalesWeaver  00:00 - Delight [TalesWeaver]  by Nauts >  01:45 - First Run [TalesWea...

About: A collection of theme tracks, all featuring sounds of the Saxophone. Artwork: by Strunter (@MStrunter)   00:00 - One Night in Neo Kobe City [Snatcher]  by Konami Kukeiha Club >  03:06 - To The Heart [Paradise Killer]  by Epoch >  07:10 - Dolphin Shoals (On Dry Land) [Mario Kart 8]  by Atsuko Asahi >  10:07 - An Illusionary City Plan [Scarlet Nexus]  by Hayata Takeda >  15:00 - S...

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: Every piece of music in this episode features a barrage of speed and action. They are often partnered with moments of action, or during intense cutscenes or gameplay segments.  Artwork: Crisis Core -Final Fantasy VII-  00:00 - Dangerous Zone [Grandia II]  by Noriyuki Iwadare >  03:32 - Obsession [Trials of Mana]  by Hiroki Kikuta >  06:49 - Escape! [Star Trader]  by Mieko Ishikawa &gt...

About: You shouldn’t be here. This place was never for you, Outsider, but they allowed it. Be careful… because they are watching.  Artwork: Final Fantasy VI  00:00 - Esper World [Final Fantasy VI]  by Nobuo Uematsu >  02:32 - Hidden Land [Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky]  by Arata Iiyoshi >  06:06 - The Gate of Finis [Octopath Traveller]  by Yasunori Nishiki >  09:37 - Ancient M...

About: While many dangers lurk in the various Dungeons, Temples and Palaces during your gaming journeys, there are often incredible background themes to help you slay, search and survive. We take a listen to some of the varied styles found in these tracks.  Artwork: Secret of Mana  00:00 - Donyoku Kai [Shin Megami Tensei: If…]  by Tsukasa Masuko >  03:41 - Dungeon - The Dark Mage [Sorcerian]  b...

About: Journey through The Legend of Zelda with these songs from 2D Zelda games, ordered in such a way that is reminiscent of experiencing a traditional Legend of Zelda story from beginning to end. >  [Music by K. Kondo, M. Adachi, K. Sada, M. Hamano, K. Ishikawa, K. Totaka, T. Minegishi, M. Tominaga, A. Ohta, A. Nakatsuka, R. Nagamatsu, M. Takano, K. Nagata] >  00:00 - Intro [The Legend of...

About: A third episode featuring emotional and poignant themes. Even if you have never heard the songs in this episode during their respective moments, they are sure to make you feel something solely from their music alone.  Artwork: Okami  00:00 - Valero [Brigandine: The Legend of Runersia]  by Tenpai Sato >  01:42 - Sad 1 [Yakuza: Like a Dragon]  by Hidenori Shoji, Yuri Fukuda, Chihiro Aoki,...

About: Is someone watching? Waiting in the darkness? An air of mystery lingers  Artwork: The House in Fata Morgana  00:00 - Eternitybox [999: 9 Hours, 9 Persons, 9 Doors]  by Shinji Hosoe >  02:50 - Unremovable Anxiety [Scarlet Nexus]  by Hayata Takeda >  05:34 - A Chance Meeting [Etrian Odyssey IV: Legends of the Titan]  by Yuzo Koshiro >  07:11 - -monzAI- [AI: The Somnium Files]  by Kei...

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.  Artwork: Shining Force II, The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past  00:00 - The Goddess Appears [The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past]  by Koji Kondo >  00:58 - Elven Town [Shining Force...

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 second Boss Rush of music for you with our fifty-fifth episode. Best prepare yourself well.  Artwork: Octopath Traveller  00:00 - Battle 2 [Lufia II: Rise of the Sinistrals]  by Yasunori...

About: We’re livin’ it up in the Big City with these themes.  Artwork: Super Mario Odyssey  00:00 - New Donk City [Super Mario Odyssey]  by Naoto Kubo >  02:57 - Shibuya [Tokyo Mirage Sessions]  by Yoshiaki Fujisawa >  05:57 - Beautiful Golden Capital [Suikoden]  by Tappy >  08:02 - Skyscraper [Rollerball]  by Hideki Kanazashi, Hiroaki Suga >  10:06 - Walls and Steels [Trials of Mana] ...

About: An assortment of Character Themes that stem from protagonists and various other important characters.  00:00 - Primrose, the Dancer [Octopath Traveller]  by Yasunori Nishiki >  02:12 - Girl of the Plains [Fire Emblem: The Blazing Blade]  by Yuka Tsujiyoko, Saki Harutama >  04:25 - Zero [Mega Man X]  by Setsuo Yamamoto >  05:34 - Theme for Judy [Unlimited SaGa]  by Masashi Hamauzu &...

About: These themes capture the sounds of both crystals and icicles. Theres a tingly, cold, and often otherworldly feel to these lighter themes.  Artwork: Ecco The Dolphin  00:00 - Frozen Solid and Chilled [Yoshi’s Woolly World]  by Tomoya Tomito >  03:01 - Cavern of Ice [Arcana]  by Jun Ishikawa, Hirokazu Ando >  04:14 - Glacier [Brandish 3]  by Atsushi Shirakawa, Naoki Kaneda, Takahiro Tsu...

About: We’re doing a third episode following on from our forest themed collection of tracks. Features songs from forest or jungle areas that feel mysterious, dark, enchanting or even peaceful.  Artwork: Hiro Isono  00:00 - The Woodlands [Octopath Traveller]  by Yasunori Nishiki >  03:26 - Macuna Woods (Night) [Xenoblade Chronicles]  by Manami Kiyota >  06:57 - His Dream [NieR Gestalt & R...

About: Let us take you on a journey through Final Fantasy VII, VIII & IX. 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, you’ll know exactly where this...

About: In the underground waterways, you can hear the tiny pitter patter of the sewer rats. Maybe some other things lurk in the dark, dank corridors…  Artwork: Chrono Trigger  00:00 - Underground Sewer [Chrono Trigger]  by Nobuo Uematsu >  02:17 - Underground Water Channel [Dark Chronicle]  by Tomohito Nishiura >  03:53 - Intruders [Final Fantasy VIII]  by Nobuo Uematsu >  06:19 - Shadows...

About: A selection of purely piano themes from various games.  00:00 - 1000 Words Piano Version ~Feelings That Cross Time~ [Final Fantasy X-2]  by Koda Kuni >  03:36 - Waterside [Blue Dragon]  by Nobuo Uematsu >  04:59 - The Winter Breeze [I Am Setsuna]  by Tomoki Miyoshi >  06:40 - Under Construction [The Sims]  by Jerry Martin, Marc Russo >  10:30 - Variation [SaGa Frontier II]  by M...

About: Masashi Hamauzu has composed on many JRPG titles, including games in the Final Fantasy and SaGa series. There are soothing elements of tranquillity in his pieces, as well as noticeable inspirations from classical and ambient electronic music. Hamauzu is extremely gifted at elevating emotional scenes through the use of piano and string instruments, as well as crafting beautifully atmospheric...

About: This episode is a follow-up to a past instalment featuring even more music from underground caves, mines, or dark caverns.  Artwork: Castlevania: Symphony of the Night  00:00 - Earth Dragon Isle [Chrono Cross]  by Yasunori Mitsuda >  03:04 - Crystal Teardrop [Castlevania: Symphony of the Night]  by Michiru Yamane >  05:05 - Tephra Cave [Xenoblade Chronicles]  by Manami Kiyota >  07...

About: We've come full circle with our seasonal episodes. This one is our final in the set, and we are rounding it out with the beautiful season of Autumn.  Artwork: Stardew Valley  00:00 - Fall (Raven’s Descent) [Stardew Valley]  by ConcernedApe >  02:30 - Garden of Autumn [RuneScape]  by Mod Ian >  05:57 - Magical Autumn [TalesWeaver]  by ??? >  07:39 - Autumn [Lufia II: Rise of th...

About: A 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: Metal Gear (MSX)  00:00 - The Spy [Final Fantasy VIII]  by Nobuo Uematsu >  03:28 - Viper Manor [Chrono Cross]  by Yasunori Mitsuda >  06:16 - Chemical Warfare Facility [Goldene...

About: In the far, far future, down a neon lit alleyway, 'Future’s Nightclub' comes alive…  Artwork: VA-11 HALL-A  00:00 - Inner Animal [Hotline Miami]  by Scattle >  03:38 - Task Force Neuron [Astral Chain]  by Satoshi Igarashi >  05:14 - Up Up Up! [Catherine]  by Atsushi Kitajoh >  07:57 - Degeneracy [Battle Garegga]  by Manabu Namiki >  11:21 - Stone Cold [Crypt of the Nec...

About: Songs to set your sun to!  Artwork: Puyo Puyo  00:00 - Sunset Haze [Gran Turismo 5]  by Keiji Inai >  02:43 - The Afternoon Streets [Kingdom Hearts II]  by Yoko Shimomura >  05:20 - Sunset Bridge [Persona 5]  by Shoji Meguro >  06:58 - Sunset Path [Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII]  by Naoshi Mizuta >  10:48 - The Street Corner At Sunset [Wild Arms 5]  by Masato Kouda > ...