About: Broken towns and cities, deserted structures and empty desolate areas… There’s a heaviness, sadness and mystery surrounding these themes, as the unknown history seeps into these sombre and slightly-haunting melodies. Artwork: Final Fantasy X 00:00 - Listen to the Cries of the Planet [Final Fantasy VII] by Nobuo Uematsu > 03:35 - Ankohl Ruins [Golden Sun: The Lost Age] by Motoi Sakuraba > 05:38 - Toyko [Shin Megami Tensei IV] by Ryota Lozuka, Kenichi Tsuchiya, Toshiki Konishi > 08...
Jan 24, 2022•54 min
About: Here we are with another big and ambitious episode. Just like we did previously for Final Fantasy and The Legend of Zelda, this episode will take you on a journey through every mainline Pokémon game, organised in such a way that it will hopefully feel like you are experiencing an entire Pokémon-like journey, from beginning to end through a selection of carefully chosen theme tracks. These will include songs from every core Pokémon title, except for expanded versions (such as Yellow and Em...
Jan 13, 2022•1 hr 16 min
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 Shadow] by Enrique Martin > 09:15 - Loop Blues [Loop Hero] by blinch > 12:38 - Tokyo -Daybreak- [S...
Dec 26, 2021•48 min
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 [TalesWeaver] by Nauts > 03:24 - Steppers on Line [TalesWeaver] by ESTi > 05:47 - Groovin’ Tonight (Arrange...
Dec 12, 2021•39 min
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 - Stormy Saxophone 2 - KOF ’96 [Super Smash Bros. Ultimate] by Noriyuki Iwadare > 17:52 - Mysterious Flower [P...
Nov 29, 2021•34 min
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 the Smash Bros. series, and are all featured in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. Artwork: Super Smash Br...
Nov 15, 2021•1 hr 4 min
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 > 08:30 - Gloomy Dance [Radiata Stories] by Noriyuki Iwadare > 09:50 - Moonlight Tango [Dark Chronicle] ...
Nov 02, 2021•42 min
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 Mural [Dark Chronicle] by Tomohito Nishiura > 11:54 - Sacred Grove [The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess...
Oct 21, 2021•53 min
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] by Falcom Sound Team JDK > 06:32 - Underground Dungeon - The Floodgate of Lucifer [Sorcerian] by Falcom...
Oct 08, 2021•42 min
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 Zelda] > 01:28 - Intro (Maku Tree) [Oracle of A/S] > 01:39 - Main Theme [Link’s Awakening] > ...
Sep 20, 2021•1 hr 5 min
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, Saori Yoshida > 05:46 - A Lonely Figure [Fire Emblem: Three Houses] by Takeru Kanazaki, Hiroki Morishi...
Sep 07, 2021•34 min
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 Keisuke Ito > 08:35 - Puzzle [FEZ] by Disasterpeace > 10:32 - Despair Syndrome [Danganronpa: Trigger Happy...
Aug 24, 2021•32 min
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 II] by Motoaki Takenouchi > 02:30 - Theme of Super Metroid [Super Metroid] by Kenji Yamamoto, Minako...
Aug 10, 2021•39 min
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 Shiono > 02:37 - Battle Zeik [Wild Arms] by Michiko Naruke > 04:43 - Fight Ver. 3 ~ Middle Boss B...
Jul 29, 2021•39 min
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] by Hiroki Kikuta > 12:56 - Town of Toronto [Brain Lord] by Masanao Akahori > 16:08 - The Floating Imperi...
Jul 12, 2021•44 min
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 > 08:13 - Alfina’s Theme [Grandia III] by Noriyuki Iwadare > 11:16 - Maiden of Wind -Mishera- [Ys SEVEN...
Jul 01, 2021•32 min
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 Tsunashima, Masaru Nakajima, Satoshi Arai > 06:36 - Castle Freesia [Crusader of Centy] by Motokazu Shinoda ...
Jun 15, 2021•31 min
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 & Replicant] by Keiichi Okabe, Kakeru Ishihama, Keigo Hoashi, Takafumi Nishimura > 10:24 - Serenity (Excer...
Jun 05, 2021•44 min
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 episode is heading. 00:00 - The Prelude [Final Fantasy VII] by Nobuo Uematsu > 02:45 - Overture ...
May 18, 2021•1 hr 24 min
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 Dancing in the Dark [Radiant Historia] by Yoko Shimomura > 10:11 - Rough Waters [Final Fantasy VII Remak...
May 03, 2021•41 min
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 Masashi Hamauzu > 13:24 - Roses of May [Final Fantasy IX] by Nobuo Uematsu > 15:50 - A Sense of Safety [I...
Apr 22, 2021•34 min
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 and calming themes for many fantastical JRPG locations. 00:00 - The Splendid Performance [Final Fan...
Apr 06, 2021•53 min
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 > 07:51 - Subterranean Caverns [GoldenEye 007] by Graeme Norgate, Grant Kirkhope, Robin Beanland > 12:01 - Ca...
Mar 25, 2021•46 min
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 the Sinistrals] by Yasunori Shiono > 10:01 - Ecruteak City, Cianwood City [Pokémon Gold & Silver] by Junichi...
Mar 08, 2021•40 min
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 [Goldeneye 007] by Graeme Norgate > 08:26 - Rising Tower [Professor Layton and the Curious Village] by Tomohito...
Feb 25, 2021•37 min
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 Necrodancer] by Danny Baranowsky > 14:01 - Normal Battle [Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE] by Yoshiaki Fujisawa > 17:25 - C...
Feb 11, 2021•45 min
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 > 14:14 - Sunset Coast [Donkey Kong Country Returns] by David Wise, Minako Hamano, Masaru Tajima, Shinji Ushiroda...
Jan 26, 2021•50 min
About: Tomohito Nishiura has worked on many games developed by Level-5, including all the games in the Professor Layton series, as well as Dark Cloud, Dark Chronicle and Rogue Galaxy. There is a definite style to his music that runs throughout his entire catalogue, making his music feel entirely like his own. 00:00 - Dark Cloud Main Theme [Dark Cloud] by Tomohito Nishiura > 02:20 - Last Specter [Professor Layton and the Last Specter] by Tomohito Nishiura > 06:04 - The Towering Pagoda [Prof...
Jan 12, 2021•44 min
About: Our end of year episode is our longest episode yet! 2020 was a fantastic year for games, and we simply couldn’t make this episode any shorter. These are some of our favourite tracks from games that released this year. 00:00 - Time To Fight! (Bionis’ Shoulder [Xenoblade Chronicles: Future Connected] by Kenji Hiramatsu > 04:13 - (VALINE) - [13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim] by Yoshimi Kudo > 09:09 - An Exhibition [Streets of Rage 4] by Olivier Deriviere > 11:37 - Woven By Fate [Fire Emblem ...
Dec 28, 2020•1 hr 7 min
About: A second 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: Chrono Cross 00:00 - The Day Will Come [Final Fantasy V] by Nobuo Uematsu > 01:49 - Truth [Fire Emblem Echoes: Shadows of Valentia] by Satoshi Murayama > 05:22 - Lost Fragments [Chrono Cross] by Yasunori Mitsuda > 08:33 - Why (CCFFVII Mix) [Crisis Core: Fin...
Dec 14, 2020•37 min
