Recommended video game music: compelling masterpieces and popular tracks you’ll want to listen to.

Arc the Lad ThemeMasahiro Ando

Theme of ARC THE LAD - Composed by Masahiro Ando (formerly of T-SQUARE) - (Cover Studio Live) / D_CLACX RYO & SAIJI

This is the main theme of the popular Arc the Lad series.

With a march-like main section led by trumpet and a swirling, rippling flute sub-section, it overflows with the grandeur of a suite.

It’s an exhilarating piece that foreshadows the adventure to come.

Stigmata of TwilightYamane Michiru, Ichihashi Yasuhiro, Konami Kukeiha Kurabu

Gate of the Underworld

The acclaimed Castlevania series, one of Konami’s flagship franchises, was also popular on the Nintendo DS.

Among its entries is the distinctive title Castlevania: Order of Ecclesia, notable for featuring a protagonist outside the Belmont family.

While Castlevania is synonymous with Michiru Yamane, a particular track prepared for a pivotal moment in this game is especially beloved among fans.

The Knight of Lodis Music – 09Iwata Masaharu

Overhang (209) – Ogre Battle 64: Person of Lordly Caliber (MIDI Arranged Version)

A work that portrays the past of Lanselot, a key figure in Tactics Ogre.

Compared to the numbered titles, its difficulty is somewhat lower.

It also offers plenty of depth, such as fully completing titles and other challenges.

The richly layered story, centered on a religious war, has garnered many fans.

Unidentified Divine Battle SyndromeSakuraba Motoi

[30-Minute Endurance] PS Valkyrie Profile Unverified Divine Battle Syndrome VALKYRIE PROFILE Fighting the Shadowy Gods

The PlayStation title Valkyrie Profile, which catapulted tri-Ace to fame, cannot be discussed without his music.

So popular that people say “when you think Tales or tri-Ace, you think Sakuraba,” he went beyond being a game composer to even hold live concerts, and can be said to have defined an era of game music.

The wind that speaks your nameitō kanako

Blue Knights - The Wind That Blows Your Name - Hortensia OP (full)

This is the main theme song of the smartphone war chronicle game Hortensia Saga.

Centered on conflicts with other nations, its rich story—where fantasy and reality intertwine—is widely popular.

With the schemes of various characters flying about, how will history ultimately change…? The twice-daily guild battles are also fun to strategize for.