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[Xenoblade BGM] Masterpieces and Popular Tracks from the Xenoblade Series

A Vocaloid producer who is also a music writerAraki Jakkan
I’ve worked in a variety of roles—regardless of pro or amateur settings—including live event PA, cameraman for video and photography, restaurant staff, and logistics center staff. I now spend my days as a part-time writer. I’ve contributed to music and manga websites with feature/review articles, and wrote the liner notes included as a bonus for 1st PLACE Inc.’s “IA SUPER BEST.” As for my music background, I started playing guitar in junior high and focused on band activities during my school years. For over 15 years since then, up to the present, I’ve continued releasing original tracks as a Vocaloid producer. My areas of expertise are Japanese rock, Vocaloid, and manga.

Nintendo’s popular title Xenoblade is not only an outstanding game in its own right, but the music that plays in-game is truly cool as well.

The Xenoblade series is widely acclaimed for its music, and official soundtracks have been released.

In this article, I’ll introduce the BGM from the very first Xenoblade, which was released for the Wii in 2010!

From hard rock-style tracks to grand and beautiful orchestral arrangements, we’ll look at memorable songs that brought the story to life.

I think both those who have played the game and those who haven’t will enjoy this!

[Xenoblade BGM] Masterpieces and Popular Tracks from the Xenoblade Series (31–40)

Central FactoryACE+

Xenoblade OST – Central Arsenal

Central FactoryACE+

This track is filled with tension.

It’s a heart-pounding piece that makes players think, “Something’s coming up ahead…!!” As it progresses, the music unfolds on an epic scale, with strings adding a dramatic flair.

This kind of thrill is something you can only experience in a game!

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hopeKiyota Manami

Xenoblade OST – Hope

hopeKiyota Manami

This song feels like the clouds are clearing to reveal a bright sky.

You can almost imagine light streaming through the breaks in the clouds, right? As it goes on, the way it becomes more rhythmic is wonderfully pleasant to listen to.

Intense game music is cool too, but hearing a gentle track like this is comforting, isn’t it? It feels like coming home.

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Colony 9Shimamura Yōko

Xenoblade OST – Colony 9

Colony 9Shimamura Yōko

It has a somewhat valiant atmosphere.

In the game, you’ve surely made it this far thanks to the encouragement of your companions.

When I imagine that, my chest starts to feel warm, and I want to watch over where this game is headed… It’s that kind of track, isn’t it? Don’t you think it’s a really cool piece? The great thing about games is how the music draws you deeper into both yourself and the story!

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Awakening of the ColossusKiyota Manami

The Awakening of the Giant – Xenoblade Chronicles

Awakening of the ColossusKiyota Manami

The majestic sound arrangement is simply overwhelming.

The existence of the Bionis is crucial to Xenoblade’s story.

It has the weight perfectly suited to that scene where the very world—the sort of field map the protagonists have been journeying across—gains a will of its own and begins to move.

You can feel the tension and power from the music itself.

A common thread throughout the Xenoblade series is that everything operates on a grand scale, and this piece is exactly that.

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In conclusion

We introduced songs used in Xenoblade.

They ranged from aggressive tracks that feel like quintessential RPG battle themes, to beautiful piano-only pieces, and even grand orchestral arrangements.

If you’ve played Xenoblade, you probably had the scenes where these tracks were used pop into your mind.

Xenoblade has a remake, and in that version the music is recorded with arrangements different from the original.

If you’re curious, be sure to check it out!