Soundtracks that Color the Game [Roundup]: From Classics to the Latest Releases

Battle 1Uematsu Nobuo

Granblue Fantasy – Battle 1

Heard most frequently during standard battles in the game, this track has been beloved as the face of Granblue Fantasy since the service launched in 2014.

It was composed by Nobuo Uematsu, renowned for the FINAL FANTASY series.

The orchestral sound woven by brass and strings is energized by driving drums and bass, achieving a superb fusion of RPG-like valor and a sense of adventure.

It is also included on the album GRANBLUE FANTASY ORIGINAL SOUNDTRACKS.

Wind of the BeginningUematsu Nobuo

Wind of the Beginning

A field BGM set in the Port Breeze Archipelago.

Its pastoral sound—woven from a flute lead reminiscent of Celtic music and arpeggiated strings—conveys both the exhilaration of setting off into the sky and the bittersweet feeling of leaving home.

Featured on the album “GRANBLUE FANTASY ORIGINAL SOUNDTRACK,” it’s a signature piece also chosen for orchestra concerts and the piano collection.

It perfectly fits the early story’s mood, where anticipation for adventure mingles with uncertainty.

Dreams and hopeToby Fox

Dreams and hope

This is battle music that draws you in with powerful arrangement and dramatic development.

It’s a track from the American indie game UNDERTALE, released in September 2015.

In the game, it’s used during the climactic scene of the “True Pacifist Route,” in the final boss battle.

Its appeal lies in a bold sound that fuses various genres such as chiptune, orchestral, and techno.

It was also included as downloadable content for the action game Taiko no Tatsujin: Drum ‘n’ Fun! on Nintendo Switch, and is loved by a wide range of game fans.

It’s a recommended song for when you want to fire yourself up or need the courage to face a challenge.

Battle! Zero LabToby Fox

[Pokemon SV] Final Boss Battle [Pokemon Scarlet & Violet Gameplay Video / BGM]

A masterpiece of electronic music that fuses tension and exhilarating speed.

Composed by Toby Fox, this track colored the climax of the story in the Nintendo Switch titles Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet.

Its soundscape, combining grandeur and uplift, is striking.

As the theme that plays during the final boss battle, it brilliantly heightens the scene’s intensity.

If you’re seeking a heated showdown, this song will give you a powerful push forward.

Included on the album “Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet + The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero Super Music Collection.”

Demon Lord ShowdownMitsuda Yasunori

Demon Lord Showdown

This piece draws you in with its weighty sound steeped in tension and intimidation.

Composed by Yasunori Mitsuda, it was used for a climactic boss battle in the Middle Ages chapter of the Super Famicom RPG Chrono Trigger, released in March 1995.

Fiery percussion layered with a majestic arrangement makes it perfectly suited to a decisive showdown.

It’s one of the great works of game music, also featured on albums such as the CHRONO Orchestral Arrangement BOX.

Boss Battle 2Nishiki Yasutomo

Boss Battle 2

This is a battle theme notable for its powerful horn section and rich string sonorities.

Composed by Yasunori Nishiki, it was used for mid-boss battles in the RPG OCTOPATH TRAVELER.

It underscored key turning points in the stories of the eight protagonists, including Ophilia and Cyrus.

The brisk rhythm and an arrangement that strategically employs electric guitar and drums create a mix of tension and exhilaration.

In addition to appearing on the OCTOPATH TRAVELER Original Soundtrack, an alternate arrangement can be enjoyed on the album OCTOPATH TRAVELER Arrangements -Break & Boost-.

New Battle!!!Hiramatsu Kenji

Xenoblade 3: A New Tale — [new battle!!]

An orchestral piece where fiery fighting spirit blazes! Composed by Kenji Hiramatsu, this is the battle-scene BGM from Xenoblade Chronicles 3: Future Redeemed.

Its youthful sound arrangement shines as drums and guitar inject dynamism into the majestic resonance of strings and brass.

Carrying on the lineage of the series’ standard battle themes, its passionate sonic character ramps up the tension! Highly recommended when you want to boost your motivation!