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When it comes to essential elements of games, the soundtrack is a must, right?
“Soundtrack,” or OST, refers to the music that plays during various scenes throughout the game, as opposed to the main theme or ending theme.
This time, we’ve put together a collection of game soundtracks.
We’ve picked masterpieces from various eras, so both the PS2 generation and the PS5 generation should enjoy it.
We’ve also touched on each game’s characteristics, making this recommended for those who want to enjoy games with a focus on musicality and world-building.
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Soundtracks that Color the Game [Roundup] | From Classics to the Newest Titles (1–10)
MegalovaniaUNDERTALE
In games, it’s taken for granted that you “fight the enemy”…
but is that really the right thing to do? Undertale is an RPG that makes you think about that.
It’s an indie game that sparked a worldwide boom.
And the battle theme you hear at the climax of the story is Megalovania.
Undertale’s soundtrack is highly regarded across the board, but Megalovania is especially popular due to its role in the story.
Just search on YouTube and you’ll see—there are countless fan-made remixes uploaded.
Sins of the FatherMETAL GEAR SOLID V
The Metal Gear series is an action game franchise that has been beloved since its debut in 1987.
One of the tracks used in its eighth installment, 2014’s Metal Gear Solid V, is “Sins of the Father,” sung by Australian singer-songwriter Donna Burke.
I can’t go into detail because of spoilers, but for those who’ve played the game, reading the lyrics will make you go, “Ah, I see.” If you haven’t yet, definitely give it a try!
At ZanarkandFINAL FANTASY X
Final Fantasy X, released in 2001 as a PlayStation 2 title, became a massive hit.
It’s a masterpiece RPG highly praised for its story, gameplay system, and music.
Among its tracks, the one that serves as a sort of main theme is To Zanarkand.
This sorrowful piece begins playing in the opening—if you know the story, you might tear up right there.
Countless fans say this is their favorite song in the entire FF series.
Dearly BelovedKINGDOM HEARTS
Doesn’t this piano tone make you want to press the confirm button? The action game series KINGDOM HEARTS, famous for the collaboration between Disney and Square Enix.
And after you start the game, the piece that plays on the title screen is Dearly Beloved.
In other words, it’s a song you’re guaranteed to hear if you play.
Although it’s a work that repeats a short phrase, perhaps because of its transparent, clear mood, it never gets old in a mysterious way.
Snake EaterMETAL GEAR SOLID 3
Whether you sneak around to avoid being spotted by enemies or unleash a barrage of gunfire in open combat, the game’s high degree of freedom—letting you play however you feel—made Metal Gear Solid 3 hugely popular.
Its opening theme is “Snake Eater.” The in-game version is sung by Cynthia Harrell, while the Japanese version included on the pre-order bonus CD is performed by Akiko Wada.
As you listen, pay attention to the lyrics, which reflect the game’s story and world.
Chunk on the swingminna daisuki katamari damashii
Once you hear it, it’ll be stuck in your head! The Katamari series is a game where you roll a clump that picks up objects and grows bigger and bigger—like a snowball.
The second entry is We Love Katamari.
The song that plays in its opening is Katamari on the Swing, sung by Shigeru Matsuzaki.
That familiar melody, if you’ve played the series, is done in a swing jazz style! The brisk rhythm will have your body swaying before you know it.
It’s a game soundtrack that’ll boost your spirits.
Longing of the WindKurono Terigā
From the classic Super Famicom RPG Chrono Trigger, this is “Yearnings of the Wind” as used on the world map.
Its somewhat melancholic, nostalgic melody really touches the heart, doesn’t it? I bet some people even left the game idle on the world map just to listen to this track.
It was composed by Yasunori Mitsuda, who also worked on the music for Xenogears and the anime Inazuma Eleven.
A timeless masterpiece of video game music that never loses its luster.