Hot Hits from Pachinko and Pachislot! A Special Feature on Hype-Inducing Anthem Tracks

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01:only my railgun／fripSide(Audio)

Not only A Certain Scientific Railgun, the series in which this song plays, but also the other “A Certain” title, A Certain Magical Index, is popular, so in a sense pachinko parlors are packed with “A Certain.” Lately, more arcades have been installing these gaming machines too.

The best part of this song is, hands down, the electronic sound! Even those who aren’t fond of technopop will likely find it pleasant to the ear.

The lyrics are powerful as well, likening life to an adventure with lines like, “I’ll keep moving forward even into an uncertain future.” There are also videos that compile songs from the “A Certain” series, so check them out if you’re interested!

To the center of the sunBivattchee

Eureka Seven OP 'To the Center of the Sun' [High Quality]

A beloved classic by Bivattchee, a band that sadly disbanded in 2009.

Their song “Even If the World Ends Tomorrow” is great too.

You still hear “To the Center of the Sun” popping up on social media whenever a new Eureka Seven pachinko machine is released.

It’s probably a quintessential anthem for people who spent their youth playing pachinko! The lyrics are great as well, entrusting a passionate message to the sun: “Mistakes and failures are the fuel that help me grow—I’ll charge headlong through life.” Some people might even play pachinko just to hear this song!

Go!Go! SEASTORYMarin

Umimonogatari Go!Go!SEA STORY

The best-selling machine in pachinko history, released by Sanyo Bussan, is the “Umi Monogatari” (Sea Story) series.

Since its launch in 1995, it has continued to be a hit, so its cumulative sales must be on a monster scale by now.

The character Marin-chan, who appears on the machines, has had repeated image-girl contests held for her, and the term “Umi Monogatari” feels like it has become a social phenomenon rather than just the name of a pachinko machine.

The jackpot song “Go! Go! SEASTORY” has many arrangements and alternate versions, all of which help make pachinko feel more fun and upbeat.

It has none of the grim solemnity of the old “Gunkan March,” and I think it’s one of the songs that helped improve pachinko’s image.

ROCK VIBRATIONRIDER CHIPS

Rock Vibration / RIDER CHIPS

Adding color to the intense back-and-forth of pachinko play are the hype-raising tracks that play during reaches and jackpot moments.

Among them, “ROCK VIBRATION” is one of the most stirring songs— a number provided by RIDER CHIPS for CR Pachinko Kamen Rider V3.

With arrangements by Cher Watanabe and vocals by Ricky working in perfect harmony, it brings both tension and hope to players, heightening the anticipation of victory.

There’s no doubt this single track makes jackpot moments even more memorable and serves as a key piece that amps up the entire experience.

Not only Kamen Rider fans, but all lovers of gaming will likely find this song special.

The beginning of the endHayashibara Megumi

Megumi Hayashibara “Spear of Termination / Beginning of the End” preview video

While you’re engrossed in pachinko or pachislot, the music coming from the machine fuels your emotions like gasoline to a fire.

“The Beginning of the End,” sung by Megumi Hayashibara, was created for Pachinko Shin Evangelion and powerfully grips the player’s heart.

The lyrics as expressed by Hayashibara convey a deep connection with the Evangelion characters, so hearing it during gameplay is sure to stir even greater excitement.

Entrancing players, this song lingers in the ears and has the power to move the heart.