I love game music too darned much. 
2. de Blob - "Splashback" by John Guscott
The soundtracks to both of these games are pure, peppy gold from beginning to end.
The soundtracks to both of these games are pure, peppy gold from beginning to end.
3. Dark Souls II - "Majula" by Motoi Sakuraba
Of all the great music in these games, this is the track that ended up sticking with me most.
Of all the great music in these games, this is the track that ended up sticking with me most.
4. Kingdom Hearts II - "Passion - KINGDOM Orchestra Instrumental" by Tokyo Philharmonic Orchestra
I should have made this thread a 10:1 ratio, shouldn't I?
Oh no.
I should have made this thread a 10:1 ratio, shouldn't I?
Oh no.
5. DOOM (2016) - "Rust, Dust & Guts" by Mick Gordon
Hey, do you need to just let yourself enjoy FEELING intense rage for 7ish minutes? Mick Gordon's got you.
Hey, do you need to just let yourself enjoy FEELING intense rage for 7ish minutes? Mick Gordon's got you.
6. Beyond Good & Evil - "Home Sweet Home" by Christophe Héral
Ok, let's all come down from that rage fest, everyone chill. Geez.
Ok, let's all come down from that rage fest, everyone chill. Geez.
7. Nier - "Song of the Ancients ~ Devola" by Keiichi Okabe, Kakeru Ishihama, Keigo Hoashi, Takafumi Nishimura
The best part is that Devola is actually playing this song in-game, and the vocal track will drop out if you talk to her. It's wonderful.
The best part is that Devola is actually playing this song in-game, and the vocal track will drop out if you talk to her. It's wonderful.
8. Xenosaga Episode II - "In the Beginning, There Was..." by Yuki Kajiura
This utterly incredible, dramatic, title screen theme deserved a better game.
This utterly incredible, dramatic, title screen theme deserved a better game.
9. Xenosaga Episode II - "Opening Theme" by Yuki Kajiura
For that matter, so did this wonderful opening theme.
For that matter, so did this wonderful opening theme.
10. Lollipop Chainsaw - "Zombie Guts" by Akira Yamaoka
Speaking of unremarkable games with killer soundtracks, did you know Akira Yamaoka will ROCK THE FUCK OUT when given the opportunity?
Speaking of unremarkable games with killer soundtracks, did you know Akira Yamaoka will ROCK THE FUCK OUT when given the opportunity?
11. Final Fantasy X-2 - "Besaid" by Takahito Eguchi and Noriko Matsueda
I feel like we need to come down again, hang on... Did you know FFX-2's soundtrack is actually pretty wonderful?
I feel like we need to come down again, hang on... Did you know FFX-2's soundtrack is actually pretty wonderful?
12. Civilization VI - "Sogno di Volare" by Christopher Tin
I always end up letting this whole song play before actually loading my save. Every time.
I always end up letting this whole song play before actually loading my save. Every time.
13. Jet Set Radio Future - "Funky Dealer" by Hideki Naganuma
How does this game STILL not have a proper HD re-release, holy dang.
How does this game STILL not have a proper HD re-release, holy dang.
14. Chrono Cross - "Star-Stealing Girl" by Yasunori Mitsuda
This piece is so beautifully mournful it hurts.
This piece is so beautifully mournful it hurts.
15. The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim - "The Streets of Whiterun" by Jeremy Soule
Jeremy Soule, man. Wow.
Jeremy Soule, man. Wow.
16. Persona 5 - "Beneath the Mask (Rain)" by Shoji Meguro
uh oh, the Persona seal is broken and the floodgates are open, uh oh
uh oh, the Persona seal is broken and the floodgates are open, uh oh
17. Persona 4 - "Heartbeat, Heartbreak" by Shoji Meguro
How am I never tired of the music in these games after over 100 hours of play time each?
How am I never tired of the music in these games after over 100 hours of play time each?
18. Persona 3 - "Mass Destruction" by Shoji Meguro
This franchise's boss fight themes are out of control.
This franchise's boss fight themes are out of control.
19. Shovel Knight - "An Underlying Problem" by Jake Kaufman
I can't handle how much I like this game's music in general, but THIS TRACK ESPECIALLY
I can't handle how much I like this game's music in general, but THIS TRACK ESPECIALLY
20. Rayman Legends - "Swamp Whistler" by Christophe Héral
I feel like I don't hear Christophe's work celebrated nearly often enough. His scoring for Beyond Good & Evil 2's TRAILERS is already making me well up.
I feel like I don't hear Christophe's work celebrated nearly often enough. His scoring for Beyond Good & Evil 2's TRAILERS is already making me well up.
21. Disgaea 2 - "Spread Your Wings" by Tenpei Sato
Disgaea 2 is my favorite in the series, but I get the feeling I might be alone in that sentiment? That's ok, because the tunes are great.
Disgaea 2 is my favorite in the series, but I get the feeling I might be alone in that sentiment? That's ok, because the tunes are great.
22. Prey - "Everything Is Going To Be Okay" by Mick Gordon
Mick Gordon might be my favorite composer in games right now, and that's saying something.
Mick Gordon might be my favorite composer in games right now, and that's saying something.
23. Undertale - "ASGORE" by Toby Fox
I love how this theme not only perfectly captures that emotion of an epic battle you've been building to for hours and DON'T WANT, but also sneaks in leitmotifs from Toriel's battle theme. Potent.
I love how this theme not only perfectly captures that emotion of an epic battle you've been building to for hours and DON'T WANT, but also sneaks in leitmotifs from Toriel's battle theme. Potent.
24. Undertale - "Undertale" by Toby Fox
I need to chill with the Undertale music before it starts me tearing up.
I need to chill with the Undertale music before it starts me tearing up.
25. "Undertale - "His Theme" by Toby Fox
TOO LATE.
TOO LATE.
26. Wolfenstein: The New Order - "Herr Faust" by Mick Gordon
oh shit, Mick Gordon's coming back, EVERYONE HOLD ON TO SOMETHING
oh shit, Mick Gordon's coming back, EVERYONE HOLD ON TO SOMETHING
27. The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword - "Romance in the Air" by Hajime Wakai, Shiho Fujii, Mahito Yokota, Takeshi Hama
For being my least favorite Zelda game, Skyward Sword sure does have an amazing soundtrack.
For being my least favorite Zelda game, Skyward Sword sure does have an amazing soundtrack.
28. The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword - "Chasing Fi" by Hajime Wakai, Shiho Fujii, Mahito Yokota, Takeshi Hama
I mean, right? Listen to that.
I mean, right? Listen to that.
29. We Love Katamari - "Overture II" by Asuka Sakai
This game is so special to me, and picking best Katamari tracks is near impossible.
This game is so special to me, and picking best Katamari tracks is near impossible.
30. We Love Katamari - "Everlasting Love" by Alisa
That said, here's a best Katamari track.
That said, here's a best Katamari track.
31. Kingdom Hearts: Birth By Sleep - "Daydream Upon Neverland" by Yoko Shimomura, Tsuyoshi Sekito & Takeharu Ishimoto
Yoko Shimomura was such a PERFECT hire for Kingdom Hearts, it's bonkers.
Yoko Shimomura was such a PERFECT hire for Kingdom Hearts, it's bonkers.
32. Kirby's Epic Yarn - "Blub-Blub Ocean" by Tomoya Tomita
More later, but enjoy this very cheerful Kirby music in the meantime!
More later, but enjoy this very cheerful Kirby music in the meantime!
33. Mass Effect - "Uncharted Worlds" by Jack Wall & Sam Hulick
Back on that song recommending grind, I guess. :P
Back on that song recommending grind, I guess. :P
34. Earthbound - "Buy Somethin' Will Ya!" by Hirokazu Tanaka, Keiichi Suzuki, Hiroshi Kanazu
What a good and weird soundtrack this good and weird game has.
What a good and weird soundtrack this good and weird game has.
35. Okami - "Uepeker" by Masami Ueda
Y'all really should play Okami if you haven't. One of the best, prettiest Zelda games ever made.
Y'all really should play Okami if you haven't. One of the best, prettiest Zelda games ever made.
36. Ori and the Blind Forest - "The Waters Cleansed" by Gareth Coker (feat. Tom Boyd)
A sequel to this game means a new Ori soundtrack, and that is very very good news.
A sequel to this game means a new Ori soundtrack, and that is very very good news.
37. de Blob 2 - "Paint Party" by John Guscott (feat. The Bamboos)
Seriously, though, don't sleep on the de Blob game soundtracks. They're energetic fun beginning to end.
Seriously, though, don't sleep on the de Blob game soundtracks. They're energetic fun beginning to end.
38. Assassin's Creed III - "Main Theme" by Lorne Balfe
The AC series has had some solid main themes over the years, but this remains one of my favorites of the lot.
The AC series has had some solid main themes over the years, but this remains one of my favorites of the lot.
39. PlayOnline - "Dolphin" by Noriko Matsueda
Even today, having to open the PlayOnline viewer to VERY TEDIOUSLY log in to FFXI is made better thanks to music like this.
Even today, having to open the PlayOnline viewer to VERY TEDIOUSLY log in to FFXI is made better thanks to music like this.
40. Final Fantasy VII - "Interrupted By Fireworks" by Nobuo Uematsu
What the hey, we're gonna be here for a while. Let's do all Final Fantasy tunes for the next few hours. :P
What the hey, we're gonna be here for a while. Let's do all Final Fantasy tunes for the next few hours. :P
41. Final Fantasy VII - "Prelude" by Nobuo Uematsu
Every iteration of this theme is good, but the FF7 version will always hold a special place for me.
Every iteration of this theme is good, but the FF7 version will always hold a special place for me.
42. Final Fantasy IX - "Terra" by Nobuo Uematsu
I just keep growing to love this game more and more.
I just keep growing to love this game more and more.
43. Final Fantasy X - "Besaid" by Masashi Hamauzu
Besaid is two-for-two on getting really great music.
Besaid is two-for-two on getting really great music.
44. Final Fantasy X - "People of the North Pole" by Masashi Hamauzu
Dang but this game's music is good.
Dang but this game's music is good.
45. Final Fantasy X-2 - "Mt. Gagazet" by Noriko Matsueda & Takahito Eguchi
This zone had a great theme in the sequel too, come to think of it.
This zone had a great theme in the sequel too, come to think of it.
46. Final Fantasy X-2 - "YuRiPa, Fight! No.3" by Noriko Matsueda & Takahito Eguchi
Y'all, I'm telling you: this game's soundtrack is awesome.
Y'all, I'm telling you: this game's soundtrack is awesome.
47. Final Fantasy X-2 - "Eternity: Memory of Lightwaves" by Noriko Matsueda & Takahito Eguchi
(The game itself is great too, don't believe the haters) <3
(The game itself is great too, don't believe the haters) <3
48. Final Fantasy XII - "Eruyt Village" by Hitoshi Sakimoto
Sakimoto's music IS the sound of Ivalice, and I love it.
Sakimoto's music IS the sound of Ivalice, and I love it.
49. Final Fantasy Tactics - "Title Back (Bland Logo)" by Hitoshi Sakimoto and Masaharu Iwata
...And that's been true from Ivalice's opening moments.
...And that's been true from Ivalice's opening moments.
50. Persona 4 - "I'll Face Myself - Battle-" by Shoji Meguro
This thread is getting out of control.
This thread is getting out of control.
51. The Legend of Zelda: Wind Waker - "Title Theme" by Kenta Nagata, Hajime Wakai, Toru Minegishi, Koji Kondo
For some reason, few game title screens make me feel this happy.
For some reason, few game title screens make me feel this happy.
52. Gravity Rush - "Old Town" by Kohei Tanaka
This game feels like if Studio Ghibli was forced to help make a superhero game, and one of the biggest reasons is the music. Lazily drifting over the streets of a sky city while this plays is wonderful.
This game feels like if Studio Ghibli was forced to help make a superhero game, and one of the biggest reasons is the music. Lazily drifting over the streets of a sky city while this plays is wonderful.
53. Guild Wars 2 - "Logan's Journey" by Jeremy Soule, Julian Soule
Jeremy Soule, though.
Jeremy Soule, though.
54. Chrono Trigger - "Memories of Green" by Yasunori Mitsuda
This game soundtrack is so legendarily good, posting tracks from it in this list feels like cheating.
This game soundtrack is so legendarily good, posting tracks from it in this list feels like cheating.
55. Penny Arcade: On the Rain-Slicked Precipice of Darkness Ep.4 - "Tycho" by HyperDuck SoundWorks
HyperDuck SoundWorks are so great. This track nails that JRPG spirit of "the world is LITERALLY being swallowed around us, but FUCK IT WE'RE GONNA WIN"
HyperDuck SoundWorks are so great. This track nails that JRPG spirit of "the world is LITERALLY being swallowed around us, but FUCK IT WE'RE GONNA WIN"
56. Shadow of the Colossus - "The Opened Way" by Kou Otani
How is even the MUSIC for this game bombastically, majestically epic in scale?
How is even the MUSIC for this game bombastically, majestically epic in scale?
57. Kirby's Adventure - "Orange Ocean 2" by Hirokazu Ando
This old Kirby tune deserves more love.
This old Kirby tune deserves more love.
58. SSX - "Clear Skys" by Amon Tobin
Man, I miss SSX.
Man, I miss SSX.
59. The Unfinished Swan - "Unfinished Swan" by Joel Corelitz
This whole soundtrack is so lovely.
This whole soundtrack is so lovely.
60. Valkyria Chronicles - "Main Theme" by Hitoshi Sakimoto
S A K I M O T O F O R E V E R
S A K I M O T O F O R E V E R
61. Bastion - "Spike in the Rail" by Darren Korb
What a good good sound this game has.
What a good good sound this game has.
62. Bloodborne - "Moonlit Melody" by Ryan Amon
This perfectly captures Bloodborne for me: a mysterious, haunting quiet.
This perfectly captures Bloodborne for me: a mysterious, haunting quiet.
63. Final Fantasy XIII - "The Gapra Whitewood" by Masashi Hamauzu
Hamauzu deserves SO much more credit than he gets for his work on the Final Fantasy series.
Hamauzu deserves SO much more credit than he gets for his work on the Final Fantasy series.
64. Shogun II: Total War - "Oyoiyoi" by Jeff van Dyck
those DRUMS
those DRUMS
65. Disgaea 2 - "Shinobi Dance" by Tenpei Sato
Disgaea soundtracks have such a distinct sound and I love them.
Disgaea soundtracks have such a distinct sound and I love them.
66. The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask - "Final Hours" by Koji Kondo
Clock Town's last moments before the apocalypse are surprisingly chilling, thanks largely to this very melancholy music.
Clock Town's last moments before the apocalypse are surprisingly chilling, thanks largely to this very melancholy music.
67. Super Mario Bros. U - "Superstar Road" by Shiho Fujii, Mahito Yokota
Big fan of this happy, twinkly map theme in a game already full of catchy map themes.
Big fan of this happy, twinkly map theme in a game already full of catchy map themes.
68. Splatoon - "Multiplayer (Theme 1)" by Toru Minegishi, Shiho Fujii
Splatoooooooon
Splatoooooooon
69. Final Fantasy V - "Clash on the Bridge" by Nobuo Uematsu
This really is one heck of a boss battle theme, even by Uematsu standards.
This really is one heck of a boss battle theme, even by Uematsu standards.
70. NieR: Automata - "Birth of a Wish" by Keiichi Okabe
Haven't played it yet, but I just knew this game's soundtrack was going to be one of the best of the year and WAS NOT DISAPPOINTED.
Haven't played it yet, but I just knew this game's soundtrack was going to be one of the best of the year and WAS NOT DISAPPOINTED.
Also, periodic reminder: I'm keeping a playlist updated with ALL of these tracks now!
youtube.com/playlist?list=…
youtube.com/playlist?list=…
71. Banjo-Kazooie - "Gruntilda's Lair" by Grant Kirkhope
Stuck in Your Head: The Soundtrack.
Stuck in Your Head: The Soundtrack.
72. Bioshock Infinite: Burial at Sea Ep.2 - "Pie" by Korby Lenker
I love love love how Bioshock Infinite made such creative use of diegetic music. I wish more games would do that.
I love love love how Bioshock Infinite made such creative use of diegetic music. I wish more games would do that.
73. Double Dragon Neon - "Space Dojo" by Jake Kaufman
When Jake gets hired, you know you're in for a good time.
When Jake gets hired, you know you're in for a good time.
74. Monster Hunter Tri - "Proof of a Hero" by Yuko Komiyama
That orchestra. I love Monster Hunter.
That orchestra. I love Monster Hunter.
75. Mega Man 2 - "Metal Man" by Takashi Tateishi
74 entries before going back to Mega Man 2! I'm proud of myself.
74 entries before going back to Mega Man 2! I'm proud of myself.
76. Fire Emblem: Awakening - "Oh, it's not so bad, Lissa. Just a healthy little stroll!" by Hiroki Morishita
wow this sure is a thread huh
wow this sure is a thread huh
77. Katamari Damacy - "Angel Gifts" by Yuu Miyake
I could cheat and just post every track from this game in a row.
I could cheat and just post every track from this game in a row.
78. Metal Gear Solid 2 - "It's the Harrier" by Harry Gregson-Williams
I always loved the rhythmic texture of Gregson-William's tracks for MGS2. Perfect fit for those scenes.
I always loved the rhythmic texture of Gregson-William's tracks for MGS2. Perfect fit for those scenes.
79. Hearthstone - "Tricks of the Trade" by Peter McConnell
If you've never actually stopped and just listened to the great Peter McConnell's music for Hearthstone, you really should!
If you've never actually stopped and just listened to the great Peter McConnell's music for Hearthstone, you really should!
80. Cool Spot - "Off Da Wall" by Tommy Tallarico
Looooot of catchy tunes in this game (because Tallarico).
Looooot of catchy tunes in this game (because Tallarico).
81. Final Fantasy: Crystal Chronicles - "Departure" by Kumi Tanioka
The Likes are outpacing my recommendations somewhat.
The Likes are outpacing my recommendations somewhat.
82. L.A. Noire - "Main Theme" by Andrew Hale
So lovely. I gotta play this again sometime.
So lovely. I gotta play this again sometime.
83. Solstice - "Title Theme" by Tim Follin
Stealing this from @surasshu 's thread, because HOLY SHIT that is some impressive prog rock from a NES chip.
Stealing this from @surasshu 's thread, because HOLY SHIT that is some impressive prog rock from a NES chip.
84. InFamous - "Anything for Trish" by Amon Tobin
Love that thick, distorted sound.
Love that thick, distorted sound.
85. Odin Sphere - "Odin Sphere Theme" by Hitoshi Sakimoto
S A K I M O T O
S A K I M O T O
86. Persona 5 - "Wake Up, Get Up, Get Out There" by Shoji Meguro
Screw it, time for another Persona spam.
Screw it, time for another Persona spam.
87. Persona 3 - "Paulownia Mall" by Shoji Meguro
Again, I can't BELIEVE how many hours I spent hearing these tunes without ever ever getting tired of them.
Again, I can't BELIEVE how many hours I spent hearing these tunes without ever ever getting tired of them.
88. Persona 4 - "Reach Out to the Truth -First Battle-" by Shoji Meguro
Heck of a battle theme, this one.
Heck of a battle theme, this one.
89. Persona 3 - "Burn My Dread -Last Battle-" by Shoji Meguro
This is god-tier JRPG final boss music, right here.
This is god-tier JRPG final boss music, right here.
90. Splatoon 2 - "Fest Zest (Off the Hook)" by Toru Minegishi, Ryo Nagamatsu, Shiho Fujii
It's pretty amazing how fully-formed Splatoon's whole aesthetic was right out the gate.
It's pretty amazing how fully-formed Splatoon's whole aesthetic was right out the gate.
91. Transistor - "Coasting" by Darren Korb
Let's get some more Korb in here.
Let's get some more Korb in here.
92. Animal Crossing - "9 P.M." by Kazumi Totaka
Alright, that's enough game music for one day. Let's all chill and call it a night.
Alright, that's enough game music for one day. Let's all chill and call it a night.
Reminder: for convenience, I'm keeping a YouTube playlist updated with ALL these tracks.
youtube.com/playlist?list=…
youtube.com/playlist?list=…
93. Final Fantasy X-2 - "Demise" by Noriko Matsueda, Takahito Eguchi, Kazuhiro Hara
Yeah, that's right: it's ANOTHER FFX-2 track! TRY AND STOP ME.
Yeah, that's right: it's ANOTHER FFX-2 track! TRY AND STOP ME.
94. Super Smash Bros 4 - "Yoshi's Woolly World Remix" by Taku Inoue
The original is good, but I love this upbeat arrangement SO much more.
The original is good, but I love this upbeat arrangement SO much more.
95. Killer Instinct - "I'm Back (To Rise)" by Mick Gordon
Someone asked for more fighting game music, and this thread was starting to get Mick Gordon withdrawal anyway, so LET'S GET PUMPED
Someone asked for more fighting game music, and this thread was starting to get Mick Gordon withdrawal anyway, so LET'S GET PUMPED
96. DuckTales - "The Moon" by Yoshihiro Sakaguchi
Look, let's just get this out of the way. :P
Look, let's just get this out of the way. :P
97. Beyond Good & Evil - "Hyllian Suite" by Christophe Héral
This soundtrack.
This soundtrack.
98. Undertale - "Snowdin Town" by Toby Fox
But also THIS soundtrack!
But also THIS soundtrack!
99. Jet Set Radio Future - "Humming the Bassline" by Hideki Naganuma
And this one also!
And this one also!
100. Okami - "Kamiki Festival" by Hiroshi Yamaguchi
TRIPLE DIGITS
TRIPLE DIGITS
101. Radiant Historia - "Mechanical Kingdom" by Yoko Shimomura
Anyway, just a few hundred more to go...
Anyway, just a few hundred more to go...
102. Final Fantasy XIV - "Serenity (Black Shroud)" by Masayoshi Soken
Welp, that's enough for today. 😴
Welp, that's enough for today. 😴
103. Yoshi's Island - "Story Organ" by Koji Kondo
APPARENTLY some people find 100+ tweet spam threads obnoxious, so here's a hashtag you can mute if you don't want my AMAZING recommendations. 😎 #vgm5for1
APPARENTLY some people find 100+ tweet spam threads obnoxious, so here's a hashtag you can mute if you don't want my AMAZING recommendations. 😎 #vgm5for1
105. Dark Could 2 - "Peace of the World" by Tomohito Nishiura
All I remember of this game is nice music, photography and endless golf.
#vgm5for1
All I remember of this game is nice music, photography and endless golf.
#vgm5for1
106 - Disgaea 2 - "Etna Rock" by Tenpei Sato
Disgaea games have great music, but D2's soundtrack is my favorite by far.
#vgm5for1
Disgaea games have great music, but D2's soundtrack is my favorite by far.
#vgm5for1
107. Final Fantasy III - "This Is the Final Battle" by Nobuo Uematsu
For a tune produced by an NES sound chip, this final boss theme has astonishing gravitas.
For a tune produced by an NES sound chip, this final boss theme has astonishing gravitas.
108. Scott Pilgrim vs. The World: The Game - "Another Winter" by Anamanaguchi
This game REALLY needs to be made available for purchase again. #vgm5for1
This game REALLY needs to be made available for purchase again. #vgm5for1
109. Noby Noby Boy - "Acoustic Guitar" by Yu Miyake
Nice and chill. Katamari fans will probably find this familiar. #vgm5for1
Nice and chill. Katamari fans will probably find this familiar. #vgm5for1
110. Mass Effect Andromeda - "A Better Beginning" by John Paesano
This is one of the best pieces of music in the whole Mass Effect franchise. #vgm5for1
This is one of the best pieces of music in the whole Mass Effect franchise. #vgm5for1
111. Chrono Trigger - "Sealed Door" by Nobuo Uematsu
This game had Yasunori Mitsuda AND Nobuo Uematsu writing music for it. How could it NOT end up being one of the greatest game soundtracks ever made. #vgm5for1
This game had Yasunori Mitsuda AND Nobuo Uematsu writing music for it. How could it NOT end up being one of the greatest game soundtracks ever made. #vgm5for1
112. Prince of Persia: Sands of Time - "Bath Fight" by Stuart Chatwood
I really dug this game's musical sound in general. #vgm5for1
I really dug this game's musical sound in general. #vgm5for1
113. Splatoon 2 - "Ebb & Flow" by Toru Minegishi, Ryo Nagamatsu, Shiho Fujii
I love that Pearl and Marina bring a noticeable sound difference to the sequel's Splatfest tunes. #vgm5for1
I love that Pearl and Marina bring a noticeable sound difference to the sequel's Splatfest tunes. #vgm5for1
116. Xenogears - "Bonds of Sea and Fire" by Yasunori Mitsuda
Let's kick today off with a bunch of Mitsuda. Maybe my favorite game composer? Top 5, no question. #vgm5for1
Let's kick today off with a bunch of Mitsuda. Maybe my favorite game composer? Top 5, no question. #vgm5for1
117. Chrono Trigger - "Secret of the Forest" by Yasunori Mitsuda
I don't think there's a dud to be found in this entire soundtrack. #vgm5for1
I don't think there's a dud to be found in this entire soundtrack. #vgm5for1
118. Chrono Cross - "Frozen Flame" by Yasunori Mitsuda
I'll probably never play this game again, but I'll be listening to the soundtrack FOREVER. #vgm5for1
I'll probably never play this game again, but I'll be listening to the soundtrack FOREVER. #vgm5for1
121. Perfect Dark - "Credits" by Grant Kirkhope
My friends and I would almost always set this as the BGM for our all-night multiplayer binges. #vgm5for1
My friends and I would almost always set this as the BGM for our all-night multiplayer binges. #vgm5for1
122. BIT.TRIP Runner2 - "Welcome to Brine Time" by Petrified Productions
These games are rhythm-based, by which I mean excellent. #vgm5for1
These games are rhythm-based, by which I mean excellent. #vgm5for1
123. DuckTales Remastered - "Hubworld" by Jake Kaufman
I love Jake's enhancements to these old NES tunes. #vgm5for1
I love Jake's enhancements to these old NES tunes. #vgm5for1
127. Super Mario Sunshine - "Delfino Plaza" by Koji Kondo
Kondo comin at ya with this hot new summer track #vgm5for1
Kondo comin at ya with this hot new summer track #vgm5for1
REMINDERS:
1. If you're tired of seeing this thread in your feed, mute the hashtag #vgm5for1
2. There's a playlist!
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1. If you're tired of seeing this thread in your feed, mute the hashtag #vgm5for1
2. There's a playlist!
youtube.com/playlist?list=…
132. Onimusha: Dawn of Dreams - "Hideout 1" by Hideyuki Fukasawa, Jamie Christopherson
I am definitely running out of clever things to write here faster than I am running out of good game music. #vgm5for1
I am definitely running out of clever things to write here faster than I am running out of good game music. #vgm5for1
133. The Witcher III - "Silver for Monsters..." by Marcin Przybyłowicz & Percival
What a great sound this game has. #vgm5for1
What a great sound this game has. #vgm5for1
135. NieR - "Kaine ~ Escape" by Keiichi Okabe, Kakeru Ishihama, Keigo Hoashi, Takafumi Nishimura
There is not enough NieR in this thread, dang. #vgm5for1
There is not enough NieR in this thread, dang. #vgm5for1
136. NieR Automata - "City Ruins - Rays of Light" by Keiichi Okabe, Kuniyuki Takahashi, Keigo Hoashi & Kakeru Ishihama
MORE NIER #vgm5for1
MORE NIER #vgm5for1
138. Gitaroo Man - "The Legendary Theme (Acoustic)" by COIL
I've never played this game, but this track makes me want to. #vgm5for1
I've never played this game, but this track makes me want to. #vgm5for1
141. World of Warcraft - "Legends of Azeroth" by Jason Hayes, Tracy W. Bush, Derek Duke, Glenn Stafford
It's easy to forget how much amazing music WoW has had. #vgm5for1
It's easy to forget how much amazing music WoW has had. #vgm5for1
142. Splinter Cell: Chaos Theory - "The Lighthouse" by Amon Tobin
This thread is teaching me that I dig Amon Tobin's work even more than I realized. #vgm5for1
This thread is teaching me that I dig Amon Tobin's work even more than I realized. #vgm5for1
143. Little King's Story - "King Duvroc" by Yutaka Minobe (and Georges Bizet)
This game did a neat thing where a lot of the soundtrack was rearrangements of classical or opera music. #vgm5for1
This game did a neat thing where a lot of the soundtrack was rearrangements of classical or opera music. #vgm5for1
144. Dark Souls - "Daughters of Chaos" by Motoi Sakuraba
why are y'all still Liking this thread #vgm5for1
why are y'all still Liking this thread #vgm5for1
145. Civilization: Beyond Earth - "The Seeding" by Geoff Knorr
I love the somber tone this particular Civ soundtrack has. #vgm5for1
I love the somber tone this particular Civ soundtrack has. #vgm5for1
147. de Blob - "Title Screen" by John Guscott
Back at it with one of the best game soundtracks ever. #vgm5for1
Back at it with one of the best game soundtracks ever. #vgm5for1
148. Final Fantasy IX - "Over the Hill" by Nobuo Uematsu
One of the best Final Fantasies, one of the best Final Fantasy soundtracks. These are facts. #vgm5for1
One of the best Final Fantasies, one of the best Final Fantasy soundtracks. These are facts. #vgm5for1
149. Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag - "Main Theme" by Brian Tyler
More games should include collectable shanties. #vgm5for1
More games should include collectable shanties. #vgm5for1
151. Tomb Raider Legend - "Croft Manor 1a" by Troels Brun Folmann
I liked Legend a lot back in the day. It was a nice step in the direction Lara Croft would eventually be headed. #vgm5for1
I liked Legend a lot back in the day. It was a nice step in the direction Lara Croft would eventually be headed. #vgm5for1
152. Monster Hunter Tri - "Moonquake/Ceadeus" by Yuko Komiyama
For such a relatively blah monster fight, this theme sure is one of the best in all of Monster Hunter. #vgm5for1
For such a relatively blah monster fight, this theme sure is one of the best in all of Monster Hunter. #vgm5for1
153. Bravely Default - "Instant of Eternity" by Revo
I didn't much like Bravely Default, but dang some of those tunes are lovely. #vgm5for1
I didn't much like Bravely Default, but dang some of those tunes are lovely. #vgm5for1
155. TMNT III: The Manhattan Project - "Super Shredder Battle" by Yuichi Sakakura, Tomoya Tomita, Kozo Nakamura
As NES boss themes go, this is top tier. #vgm5for1
As NES boss themes go, this is top tier. #vgm5for1
158. Luigi's Mansion - "Professor E. Gadd" by Kazumi Totaka
Luigi humming his own game's theme song to himself during gameplay in a futile attempt to feel brave is just about the adorable-est thing. #vgm5for1
Luigi humming his own game's theme song to himself during gameplay in a futile attempt to feel brave is just about the adorable-est thing. #vgm5for1
159. Animal Crossing - "Save Your Game" by Kazumi Totaka, Kenta Nagata, Toru Minegishi, and Shinobu Tanaka
Have a good weekend, y'all. Don't forget to save! #vgm5for1
Have a good weekend, y'all. Don't forget to save! #vgm5for1
160. Mega Man 3 - "TITLE" by Bunbun, Harumi Fujita
Monday arrives, and now my thread resumes. #vgm5for1
Monday arrives, and now my thread resumes. #vgm5for1
161. Mega Man 2 - "Heat Man" by Manami Ietel, Ogeretsu Kun
What the heck, let's make this Mega Man Monday. #vgm5for1
What the heck, let's make this Mega Man Monday. #vgm5for1
162. Mega Man 3 - "Snake Man" by Bunbun, Harumi Fujita
Spoiler: today's gonna be almost entirely Mega Man 2 & 3. #vgm5for1
Spoiler: today's gonna be almost entirely Mega Man 2 & 3. #vgm5for1
163. Mega Man 3 - "Top Man" by Bunbun, Harumi Fujita
Mega Man 2 & 3 have some of the best pieces of music ever produced by an NES sound chip. #vgm5for1
Mega Man 2 & 3 have some of the best pieces of music ever produced by an NES sound chip. #vgm5for1
164. Mega Man 3 - "Magnet Man" by Bunbun, Harumi Fujita
This game is DENSE with top tier NES music. #vgm5for1
This game is DENSE with top tier NES music. #vgm5for1
165. Mega Man 3 - "GAME START" by Bunbun, Harumi Fujita
I mean, even the 'stage selected' transition jingle is HOT. #vgm5for1
I mean, even the 'stage selected' transition jingle is HOT. #vgm5for1
166. Mega Man 2 - "Wood Man" by Manami Ietel, Ogeretsu Kun
I've already said it, but Mega Man 2 is the game that made me start paying attention to game music. This entire thread is at least partially resulting from that. #vgm5for1
I've already said it, but Mega Man 2 is the game that made me start paying attention to game music. This entire thread is at least partially resulting from that. #vgm5for1
167. Mega Man 2 - "DR WILY STAGE 1" by Manami Ietel, Ogeretsu Kun
Alright, alright, I'll do the thing. #vgm5for1
Alright, alright, I'll do the thing. #vgm5for1
168. Mega Man 9 - "Tornado Man" by Ippo Yamada, Ryo Kawakami, Yu Shimoda, Hiroki Isogai
NES chip Mega Man music forever. #vgm5for1
NES chip Mega Man music forever. #vgm5for1
169. Mega Man 2 - "Bubble Man" by Manami Ietel, Ogeretsu Kun
No, see, the bubble weapon makes perfect sense because #vgm5for1
No, see, the bubble weapon makes perfect sense because #vgm5for1
170. Mega Man 3 - "Spark Man" by Bunbun, Harumi Fujita
So many good tunes in just one game. It's bonkers. #vgm5for1
So many good tunes in just one game. It's bonkers. #vgm5for1
171. Mega Man 3 - "Gemini Man" by Bunbun, Harumi Fujita
It certainly has been a Mega Man Monday. #vgm5for1
It certainly has been a Mega Man Monday. #vgm5for1
173. Little Big Planet - "Get It Together" by The Go! Team
What a neat bunch of games this was. #vgm5for1
What a neat bunch of games this was. #vgm5for1
174. Banjo-Kazooie: Nuts and Bolts - "Hero Klungo Sssavesss Teh World!" by Robin Beanland, Grant Kirkhope, Dave Clynick
It's not the game I wanted, but it was pretty fun all the same. #vgm5for1
It's not the game I wanted, but it was pretty fun all the same. #vgm5for1
175. Perfect Dark - "DataDyne Central Investigation" by Grant Kirkhope
Perfect Dark was so dang fun. #vgm5for1
Perfect Dark was so dang fun. #vgm5for1
176. Dragon Age: Inquisition - "Main Theme" by Trevor Morris
Favorite bit of Dragon Age music right here. #vgm5for1
Favorite bit of Dragon Age music right here. #vgm5for1
177. The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword - "Skyloft" by Shiho Fujii
It's slowly dawning on me that Skyward Sword might be my favorite Zelda soundtrack, and I'm not sure how to feel. #vgm5for1
It's slowly dawning on me that Skyward Sword might be my favorite Zelda soundtrack, and I'm not sure how to feel. #vgm5for1
178. Lollipop Chainsaw - "Zombie Tackle" by Akira Yamaoka
This game's soundtrack is LOADED with quality rock/metal. #vgm5for1
This game's soundtrack is LOADED with quality rock/metal. #vgm5for1
179. Lollipop Chainsaw - "Mariska Boss Battle" by Akira Yamaoka
...and it includes a surprisingly varied range of subgenres. #vgm5for1
...and it includes a surprisingly varied range of subgenres. #vgm5for1
180. NieR - "Song of the Ancients ~ Popola" by Keiichi Okabe, Kakeru Ishihama, Keigo Hoashi, Takafumi Nishimura
I gotta start speeding this up at some point... #vgm5for1
I gotta start speeding this up at some point... #vgm5for1
181. Katamari Damacy - "Walking on a Star!" by Yuri Misumi
WHAT, YOU THOUGHT THIS WAS DONE? #vgm5for1
WHAT, YOU THOUGHT THIS WAS DONE? #vgm5for1
182. Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII - "Sunset Path" by Naoshi Mizuta
Hey look, I said something nice about an FFXIII sequel. #vgm5for1
Hey look, I said something nice about an FFXIII sequel. #vgm5for1
183. Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel - "Arrival" by Jesper Kyd
I really enjoy Kyd's Borderlands stuff. #vgm5for1
I really enjoy Kyd's Borderlands stuff. #vgm5for1
185. Guacamelee - "Temple of Rain" by Rom Di Prisco
Also ready for more Gaucamelee, hot DANG. #vgm5for1
Also ready for more Gaucamelee, hot DANG. #vgm5for1
186. Star Fox - "Corneria" by Hajime Hirasawa
Star Fox had a pretty rad soundtrack, on reflection. #vgm5for1
Star Fox had a pretty rad soundtrack, on reflection. #vgm5for1
187. de Blob 2 - "Stencil Jive" by John Guscott
Your periodic reminder that de Blob games have some of the best game soundtracks of all time. #vgm5for1
Your periodic reminder that de Blob games have some of the best game soundtracks of all time. #vgm5for1
190. Final Fantasy XI - "Ronfaure" by Nobuo Uematsu
As a proud San d'Orian, this is the sound of home. #vgm5for1
As a proud San d'Orian, this is the sound of home. #vgm5for1
191. WildStar - "Login Screen" by Jeff Kurtenacker
My time with WildStar was all too brief, but I enjoyed it thoroughly. Great music. Phenomenal animation, too! #vgm5for1
My time with WildStar was all too brief, but I enjoyed it thoroughly. Great music. Phenomenal animation, too! #vgm5for1
192. Final Fantasy XII - "Streets of Rabanastre" by Hitoshi Sakimoto
Dang I love this game. #vgm5for1
Dang I love this game. #vgm5for1
194. Super Mario Galaxy - "Good Egg Galaxy" by Koji Kondo
Mario tunes + live orchestra is the best. #vgm5for1
Mario tunes + live orchestra is the best. #vgm5for1
196. Super Smash Bros 4 - "Stickerbrush Symphony" by Michiko Naruke, David Wise
Smash Hype: ESCALATING #vgm5for1
Smash Hype: ESCALATING #vgm5for1
197. Muramasa: The Demon Blade - "Dim Twilight A" by Hitoshi Sakimoto, Masaharu Iwata, Mitsuhiro Kaneda, Kimihiro Abe, Noriyuki Kamikura, Azusa Chiba, Yoshimi Kudo
This one deserves an Odin Sphere-style remaster. #vgm5for1
This one deserves an Odin Sphere-style remaster. #vgm5for1
198. Splatoon - "Tide Goes Out" by Toru Minegishi; Shiho Fujii
I'm sure I'll call this thread at some point, but what the hey, I've got some more recommendations in me. :P #vgm5for1
I'm sure I'll call this thread at some point, but what the hey, I've got some more recommendations in me. :P #vgm5for1
200. Kingdom Hearts II - "PASSION ~after the battle~" by Utada Hikaru
This thread cannot be stopped. #vgm5for1
This thread cannot be stopped. #vgm5for1
202. Animal Crossing - "K.K.'s Intro" by Kazumi Totaka
Settle into that relaxing sound like a snuggly blanket. #vgm5for1
Settle into that relaxing sound like a snuggly blanket. #vgm5for1
203. Final Fantasy IX - "Bran Bal, The Soulless Village" by Nobuo Uematsu
Maybe we call this thread done at 250... what do you think? #vgm5for1
Maybe we call this thread done at 250... what do you think? #vgm5for1
204. Final Fantasy XI - "Bustle of the Capital" by Naoshi Mizuta
This is one of my favorite FFXI area themes. #vgm5for1
This is one of my favorite FFXI area themes. #vgm5for1
205. Final Fantasy Tactics - "Random Waltz" by Masaharu Iwata, Hitoshi Sakimoto
Has this thread become a blight upon your timelines? Mute this hashtag if so! #vgm5for1
Has this thread become a blight upon your timelines? Mute this hashtag if so! #vgm5for1
206. Chrono Trigger - "To Far Away Times" by Yasunori Mitsuda
This one goes out to that Sad Sam doll, the very avatar of dedication unceasing. #vgm5for1
This one goes out to that Sad Sam doll, the very avatar of dedication unceasing. #vgm5for1
207. Metroid Prime - "Crashed Ship Frigate Orpheon" by Kenji Yamamoto
The thread goes ever on and on. #vgm5for1
The thread goes ever on and on. #vgm5for1
208. Katamari Damacy - "Gin & Tonic & Red Red Roses" by Asuka Sakai, Ado Mizumori and Asami Shimada
I wish Katamari games were still a thing. #vgm5for1
I wish Katamari games were still a thing. #vgm5for1
210. Lost Odyssey - "Dark Saint Battle" by Nobuo Uematsu
The man sure knows how to put together an exciting JRPG battle theme. #vgm5for1
The man sure knows how to put together an exciting JRPG battle theme. #vgm5for1
211. Killer Instinct - "Hinnamatoom" by Mick Gordon
words usually go here when i can think of some #vgm5for1
words usually go here when i can think of some #vgm5for1
212. Assassin's Creed II - "Earth" by Jesper Kyd
As usual, Kyd's work here really is lovely. #vgm5for1
As usual, Kyd's work here really is lovely. #vgm5for1
213. Thomas Was Alone - "United We Stand" by David Housden
This game makes me happy every time I remember it. #vgm5for1
This game makes me happy every time I remember it. #vgm5for1
214. Papa & Yo - "The Lost Song" by Brian D'Oliveira
Hvane't played it, but love how it sounds. #vgm5for1
Hvane't played it, but love how it sounds. #vgm5for1
215. Super Mario RPG - "The Road Is Full of Dangers" by Yoko Shimomura
Shimomura continues to be one of the best. #vgm5for1
Shimomura continues to be one of the best. #vgm5for1
216. Dark Cloud 2 - "Palm Brinks" by Tomohito Nishiura
I don't know that I'll ever return to this game, but I do have fond memories. #vgm5for1
I don't know that I'll ever return to this game, but I do have fond memories. #vgm5for1
217. Valkyria Chronicles - "Desperate Fight" by Hitoshi Sakimoto
this game is so neat, everyone go play it #vgm5for1
this game is so neat, everyone go play it #vgm5for1
218. de Blob - "The Funky Blob" by John Guscott
Just try walking somewhere listening to this without dancing a little. #vgm5for1
Just try walking somewhere listening to this without dancing a little. #vgm5for1
220. Dr. Mario - "Fever" by Hirokazu Tanaka
Ok, I'm officially calling this thread at 250. That's a good number. Let's enjoy these last 30! #vgm5for1
Ok, I'm officially calling this thread at 250. That's a good number. Let's enjoy these last 30! #vgm5for1
221. Final Fantasy X - "Ending Theme" by Nobuo Uematsu
I love the score for that final cutscene so much. Really tugs at them heartstrings. #vgm5for1
I love the score for that final cutscene so much. Really tugs at them heartstrings. #vgm5for1
223. Persona 3 FES - "Time Castle" by Shoji Meguro, Kenichi Tsuchiya
Persona 3 FES and Persona 4 REALLY need proper releases on modern platforms. #vgm5for1
Persona 3 FES and Persona 4 REALLY need proper releases on modern platforms. #vgm5for1
224. UnderTale - "Home" by Toby Fox
Given the context of the area this plays in, the little imperfections make this one all the sweeter. #vgm5for1
Given the context of the area this plays in, the little imperfections make this one all the sweeter. #vgm5for1
225. Xenogears - "Shevat - The Wind Is Calling" by Yasunori Mitsuda
Just 25 recommendations left to go! #vgm5for1
Just 25 recommendations left to go! #vgm5for1
226. Persona Q - "Corn Dog" by Atsushi Kitajoh
Imagine the restraint it took to not just post Persona music 50% of the time. #vgm5for1
Imagine the restraint it took to not just post Persona music 50% of the time. #vgm5for1
227. The Adventures of Bayou Billy - "Stage 1" by Jun Funahashi, Kiyohiro Sada, Hidenori Maezawa, Atsushi Fujio, Tsutomu Ogura
One of the best dang tracks on the NES right here. #vgm5for1
One of the best dang tracks on the NES right here. #vgm5for1
228. Ratchet & Clank: A Crack in Time - "Groovitron - Girl Rules" by Matthew Corbett, Mike Wilkie
I don't know what a Groovitron is, but darn if this tune isn't fun. #vgm5for1
I don't know what a Groovitron is, but darn if this tune isn't fun. #vgm5for1
229. Donkey Kong Country - "Life in the Mines" by David Wise
This sure has been a thread, though. #vgm5for1
This sure has been a thread, though. #vgm5for1
230. Chrono Cross - "On the Shores of a Dream: Another World" by Yasunori Mitsuda
20 left to go! #vgm5for1
20 left to go! #vgm5for1
