Pixel Beat is a video game music playlist-style podcast featuring music from both old and new games. Each episode features a collection of tracks based on an idea, theme or genre. The show will become a collection of great video game music playlists that allow the music to shine on its own.
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About: There are many modern day video games that take big inspiration from the retro era. Sometimes this is in the form of the art style, gameplay, music or a combination of the three. These are some tracks from games that owe their identity to the ones that came before, but still remain new and unique experiences in their own right. Artwork: Shov…
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About: Some of my favourite Video Game Music comes from solitary nighttime moments or locations. Following on from our Daytime Breeze and Afternoon Breeze episodes, we have a longer episode here featuring some of the aforementioned Nighttime Breeze themes. Artwork: Professor Layton & The Last Specter 00:00 - Mystical Princess [Musashiden II: Bladem…
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About: A second episode of themes that capture the sounds of both crystals and icicles. Theres a tingly, cold, and often otherworldly feel to these lighter themes. Artwork: MapleStory 00:00 - Crystal Cave [Final Fantasy III] by Nobuo Uematsu > 01:37 - The Ice Cave [The Legend of Xanadu] by Falcom Sound Team JDK > 02:55 - Ice Cavern [Final Fantasy I…
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About: An episode complete with music on the lighter, fun side. This one features generally upbeat, uplifting and overall enjoyable themes from an assortment of games. Artwork: Chrono Trigger 00:00 - Torigoth [Xenoblade Chronicles 2] by ACE > 03:28 - Guardia Millennial Fair [Chrono Trigger] by Yasunori Mitsuda > 06:38 - Dance and Stamp and Cheer [T…
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[135] Coastal Vibes - Part III
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About: The beaches await in a third coastal themed episode! We’re talking beach themes, coastal towns and sand-filled getaways. Pull up a beach chair, grab a drink and chill with us awhile. Artwork: Donkey Kong Country Returns 00:00 - Lift Beach [Donkey Kong Country Returns] by Minako Hamano, Masaru Tajima, Shinji Ushiroda, Daisuke Matsuoka > 02:52…
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About: An episode completely dedicated to video game tracks with lyrics. Let’s hope this episode doesn’t get pulled down! Artwork: Persona 5 Royal 00:00 - Colors Flying High [Persona 5 Royal] by Shoji Meguro > 01:33 - Escape From The City …for City Escape [Sonic Adventure 2] by Ted Poley, Tony Harnell > 03:50 - Plains of Eternity [Final Fantasy XII…
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About: We’ve already done a few Forest theme episodes, often centred around a more mysterious atmosphere, but this time we lean on the more fun and lighthearted side of these locations. This is a second set of tracks with more upbeat and quirky forest/jungle themes. Artwork: Super Mario Sunshine 00:00 - Kokiri Forest [The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina o…
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About: An episode with music tracks that have a very laid back, prominent beat. Artwork: Super Smash Bros. Brawl. 00:00 - Believe In Myself [Ragnarok Online] by soundTeMP > 02:13 - Dive [TalesWeaver] by Nauts > 05:03 - All-Star Rest Area [Super Smash Bros. Brawl] by Takahiro Nishi > 06:24 - Fatidic [Bomberman Hero] by Jun Chikuma > 08:55 - Beautifu…
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[131] A Fifth Splash Of Tactical Warfare
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About: This episode features another collection of Tactical RPG themes. Music from moments of war, with some highly melodic songs, premonitions of upcoming battle, and some deep, heavy action themes. Artwork: Fire Emblem: Radiant Dawn 00:00 - Bloom In The Breeze (Blossom) [Fire Emblem: Engage] by Yasuhisa Baba, Kazuki Komai, Hiroki Morishita, Taker…
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About: The Pokémon series is one of gamings longest lasting and most loved series’. As such, it has spawned countless spin-off titles that span many different genres. These are a selection of songs from these many different, and often, very unique games. Artwork: Pokémon GO 00:00 - Team GR Normal Duel [Pokémon Card GB2: Here Comes Team GR!] by Ichi…
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[129] Super Smashed Arrangements Vol. 3
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About: Super Smash Bros. Ultimate is truly a ‘one-in-a-lifetime’ game that combines the legacies of so many video game properties into one, for lack of a better word, ultimate package. It’s almost unbelievable how many video game series’ are represented, especially through the games music, which includes a whopping 1018 songs! All of this episodes …
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About: A collection of themes from Editing or Building modes in various games. Also has a few tracks from Sim/Building games. There are a lot of different styles here, most are more on the relaxed side, while some are a touch more intense. Artwork: Rogue Galaxy 00:00 - Factory (In Editing) [Rogue Galaxy] by Tomohito Nishiura > 02:13 - By The Bay [S…
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About: You can not deny the musical strength of the games developed by Falcom. Falcom Sound Team JDK consistently produce some of the best music in video games. 00:00 - Endue Grief [The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel IV] by Falcom Sound Team JDK > 02:32 - Burning Sword [Ys: Memories of Celceta] by Falcom Sound Team JDK > 05:13 - Stage Clear…
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[126] Shuffle Time With Yuzo Koshiro
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About: After over 120 episodes, we’ve already played a good amount of music by legendary composer Yuzo Koshiro. However, we wanted to showcase more of his music, with songs that we have yet to feature in the show thus far. 00:00 - They’re Back [Streets Of Rage 4] by Yuzo Koshiro > 03:04 - Over The Bay [The Revenge Of Shinobi] by Yuzo Koshiro > 05:2…
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About: A second playlist for those times when you’re sneaking around corners, or hiding in the shadows. From full-blown undercover stealth, to something a little more stylish, you’ll find a song to suit your need. Artwork: Radical Dreamers 00:00 - Under The Moonlight [Radical Dreamers] by Yasunori Mitsuda > 04:01 - Criminal Investigation Part 1 [Po…
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About: The end of a long sunny day brings some peace in the form of a breezy sunset. This is a collection of breezy afternoon songs. Artwork: Chocobo GP 00:00 - Serenity [Fire Emblem: Awakening] by Hiroki Morishita, Rei Kondoh > 02:37 - On The Beach At Dusk [Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky] by Arata Iiyoshi > 05:10 - On The Farm [Chocobo …
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[123] Hits You Right In The Feels - Part V
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About: A fifth episode featuring emotional and poignant themes. Even if you have never heard of these songs in this episode during their respective moments, they are sure to make you feel something solely from their music alone. Artwork: MapleStory 00:00 - Soliloquy [Octopath Traveller II] by Yasunori Nishiki > 03:07 - Serenade [Albert Odyssey Gaid…
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About: These are the kinds of songs you can listen to when you just need a moment to reset. When the world is in a rush, and everything feels heavy. Take a moment to stop and breathe. Artwork: Xenoblade Chronicles 2 00:00 - Heroes’ Gathering [Kingdom Hearts III] by Takeharu Ishimoto > 03:47 - Among Stately Peaks [Octopath Traveller] by Yasunori Nis…
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About: Music is quite important in the numerous Visual Novel games that have released over the years, and it is just one component that sets them aside from a standard novel or book. These songs come from Visual Novels, or games with Visual Novel elements. Artwork: LOOPERS 00:00 - Safe Haven [VA-11 HALL-A] by Garoad > 02:32 - High Society City [Mas…
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About: For almost as long as gaming has existed, we’ve had big bad boss enemies to deal with. The tunes that accompany them often increase the intensity to the max with hard-hitting, fast themes. We’ve lined up a fourth Boss Rush set of music for you. Best prepare yourself well. Artwork: Final Fantasy XIV 00:00 - Critical Clash II [Octopath Travell…
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About: We did a seasonal set of episodes in the past, but found we had such an abundance of fantastic winter tunes! While we probably will do another set of seasonal themed episodes in the future, we’d like to showcase some more winter themed tracks as we have so many fantastic tunes to share. Artwork: Stranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origins 00…
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About: Our end of year episode is here, featuring music from some of our favourite OST’s of 2023. 00:00 - Summer Dawn [Atelier Ryza 3: Alchemist of the End and the Secret Key] by Kazuki Yanagawa > 03:15 - Sonic’s Theme [The Murder of Sonic The Hedgehog] by Troupe Gammage, Joel Corelitz > 06:08 - Bright, Bold Sandstorm (Fiery) [Fire Emblem: Engage] …
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About: An episode all about Ending and Staff Roll themes. These are usually bittersweet moments that follow a sense of accomplishment and finality. 00:00 - Ending [Advance Wars] by Taishi Senda, Yoshito Hirano > 03:15 - End Credits [Super Mario Land] by Hirokazu Tanaka > 05:39 - Ending [Aerostar] by Dota Ando > 07:08 - Credits [Mega Man X] by Setsu…
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[116] This Is Bat Country - Part III
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About: This episode is another follow-up to a past instalment featuring even more music from underground caves, mines, or dark caverns. Artwork: Dark Chronicle 00:00 - Natural Cavern [Brain Lord] by Masanao Akahori > 02:35 - Wandering In The Darkness [The Legend of Heroes: Trails In The Sky] by Falcom Sound Team JDK > 04:43 - Ocean’s Roar Cave [Dar…
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[115] Beautiful Themes & Beautiful Moments
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About: A collection of themes that feature beautiful themes, or originate from beautiful moments in video games. Your daily dose of serotonin. Artwork: Lufia & The Fortress Of Doom 00:00 - Reunion With Mipha [The Legend of Zelda: Breath Of The Wild] by Yasuaki Iwata > 01:43 - Daily Life [Xenoblade Chronicles] by Manami Kiyota > 04:13 - Garnet’s The…
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[114] Surrounded By Endless Mystery - Part II
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About: Is someone watching? Waiting in the darkness? An air of mystery lingers for the second time. Artwork: Chaos;Child 00:00 - Dream [Shin Megami Tensei (PlayStation)] by Tsukasa Masuko, Kenichi Tsuchiya > 01:51 - Missing Perspective [Parasite Eve] by Yoko Shimomura > 04:23 - An Ill Omen [Octopath Traveller] by Yasunori Nishiki > 07:36 - Disquiet…
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About: Music for when you’re just moments from catching that elusive enemy! Artwork: Super Mario 64 00:00 - Chain Attack [Xenoblade Chronicles 3] by Yasunori Mitsuda, ACE, Kenji Hiramatsu, Manami Kiyota, Mariam Abounnasr > 03:03 - Pursuit ~ Lying Coldly [Ace Attorney Investigations: Miles Edgeworth] by Noriyuki Iwadare > 06:15 - Knight Quarters [Wi…
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[112] That Sounds Familiar - Part II
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About: In this episode we play individual sets of songs that have a similar quality to each other. Whether it’s a small riff, or an overall similar feel or sound, these tracks are reminiscent of each other. 00:00 - Turnabout Sisters 2001 [Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney] by Masakazu Sugimori > 02:36 - Dating Start! [Undertale] by Toby Fox > 04:32 - To…
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[111] A Modern Final Fantasy Story
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About: Let us take you on a journey through Final Fantasy X, XII, XIII, XV & XVI. These tracks are ordered in such a way that hopefully it will feel as though you are experiencing an entire Final Fantasy-like journey from beginning to end through a selection of carefully chosen theme tracks, with a few sound effects thrown in along the way. If you …
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[110] To Those Of The Azure Skies - Part II
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About: This episode we take a listen to a collection of themes based on Airships, Planes or Flying Beasts. They express a sense of speed, wonder, exploration, or all three. Artwork: Final Fantasy X 00:00 - Airship Chase [Professor Layton & The Azran Legacy] by Tomohito Nishiura > 03:59 - Can You Fly Sister? [Trials of Mana] by Hiroki Kikuta > 07:36…
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About: These tracks all play during the final moments in their respective games. They’re often played during the final push against the games ultimate evil, with the heroes mustering their last bit of strength to see their resolve fulfilled. Artwork: Lufia II: Rise of the Sinistrals 00:00 - The One Who Saves The Earth [Lufia II: Rise of the Sinistr…
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[108] A Fourth Splash Of Tactical Warfare
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About: This episode features another collection of Tactical RPG themes. Music from moments of war, with some highly melodic songs, premonitions of upcoming battle, and some deep, heavy action themes. Artwork: Fire Emblem: Fates 00:00 - Engage [Fire Emblem: Engage] by Yasuhisa Baba, Kazuki Komai, Hiroki Morishita, Takeru Kanazaki, Daichi Aoki, Daich…
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[107] Scenic Pathways and Unforgettable Plains
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About: Many memorable journeys in video games take the hero or the entourage through scenic routes, landmark pathways or unforgettable plains. These songs accompany these moments with musical elements of momentum, picturesque melodies and a certain sense of discovery. Artwork: Octopath Traveller 00:00 - Tread On Ground [Ragnarok Online] by SoundTeM…
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[106] I Could Grow Old Here - Part III
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About: When it’s all said and done, you’ll need somewhere peaceful to hunker down. This third instalment features a batch of homely themes that showcase the serenity within these carefree towns and villages. Artwork: Ragnarok Online 00:00 - Mureung Hill [MapleStory] by Wizet > 02:30 - Orgo Village [Guardian’s Crusade] by Yashuhiro Akihi Motoyama, F…
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[105] The Legend Of Zelda - A 3D Story
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About: Journey through The Legend of Zelda with these songs from 3D Zelda games, ordered in such a way that is reminiscent of experiencing a Legend of Zelda story from beginning to end. [Music by K Negate, H Wakai, T Minegishi, K Kondo, A Ohta, M Yokota, M Kataoka, S Fujii, T Hama, Y Iwata, M Miyoshi, M Ohashi, T Usui] 00:00 - Title [TWW] 01:04 - M…
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[104] Text Book of Battle Music - Part II
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About: Classic, definitive and just downright great battle music across various games. A no muss, no fuss episode of pure adrenaline. Artwork: Live A Live HD-2D 00:00 - Battlefield - Activation [Etrian Odyssey V: Beyond The Myth] by Yuzo Koshiro > 03:59 - Battle 1 [Lufia II: Rise of the Sinistrals] by Yasunori Shiono > 05:40 - Battle [Metal Max] by…
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About: Listen to the sounds as you drift off into the everlasting Dreamworld. A mix of dreamy and ambient music, backed by endless solitariness. Artwork: Paradise Killer 00:00 - Welcome [Paradise Killer] by Epoch > 02:10 - Mutual Telepathy [13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim] by Kazuki Higashihara > 04:56 - Dreams [Atelier Ryza 2: Lost Legends & the Secret Fa…
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About: For this episode, we’re diving into the music of a single game. Gdleen is a 1991 Super Famicom RPG. The game is based on the Anime of the same name, which in turn was based on the series of light novels titled ‘Jikou Wakusei Gdleen.’ Similar to a previous episode we did, this one will showcase a lesser known games soundtrack, giving it its o…
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[101] Future's Nightclub, Night Three
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About: In the far, far future, down a neon lit alleyway, ‘Future’s Nightclub’ comes alive for the third time. Night Three begins now. Artwork: Shin Megami Tensei IV 00:00 - Traffic [Shin Megami Tensei IV] by Ryota Kozuka, Kenichi Tsuchiya, Toshiki Konishi > 02:11 - Cyber Space 1-6 [Sonic Frontiers] by Kenji Mizuno > 04:13 - Living To The Fullest [D…
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About: We’re full speed ahead with our 100th episode! This features a selection of tracks themed around travelling or marching onwards. Moving forward and never looking back. It’s an episode full of momentum for a momentous occasion. Artwork: Final Fantasy XIII-2 00:00 - Full Speed Ahead [Final Fantasy XIII-2] by Naoshi Mizuta > 03:50 - Come On, Le…
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[099] Dungeons, Temples & Palaces - Part IV
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About: While many dangers lurk in various Dungeons, Temples and Palaces during your gaming journeys, there are often incredible background themes to help you slay, search and survive. We take a listen to some of the varied styles found in these tracks. Artwork: The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 00:00 - CORE [Undertale] by Toby Fox > 02:44 - Leav…
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About: The arid deserts boast both funky, high temperature themes, as well as some very reflective and emotional music. While there is often a very clichéd sound to some desert music, there’s also a lot of creativity and interpretation put into the themes of these mysterious, and wide-open areas. Artwork: Final Fantasy X 00:00 - Down In The Base …f…
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[097] Super Smashed Arrangements Vol. 2
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About: Super Smash Bros. Ultimate is truly a ‘one-in-a-lifetime’ game that combines the legacies of so many video game properties into one, for lack of a better word, ultimate package. It’s almost unbelievable how many video game series’ are represented, especially through the games music, which includes a whopping 1018 songs! All of this episodes …
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About: Pull up a chair and take a break, you’ve been through enough for today. We feel you. Take a little brief respite with us here and enjoy what you hear. Artwork: Persona 5 00:00 - Psyncin’ In The Sustain [AI: The Somnium Files] by Keisuke Ito > 02:23 - Hachi’s Theme [Advance Wars: Dual Strike] by Yoshito Hirano > 03:47 - Towards Reconstruction…
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About: An episode dedicated to the royal themes found in Castles and Castle Towns. There is a sense of grandeur, sprinkled with a sense of homeliness. Artwork: Lufia II: Rise of the Sinistrals. 00:00 - Castle [Lufia II: Rise of the Sinistrals] by Yasunori Shiono > 01:59 - Adlehyde Castle [Wild Arms] by Michiko Naruke > 03:38 - Gorgeous Scarleticia …
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[094] Final Fantasy - A Series Reborn
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About: Final Fantasy is a 35 year plus series, and one of gamings most enduring RPG series’. Over the years, there have been many side games, spin offs and remakes that include legacy music from the series, reimagined and reborn. These are all arranged themes from Final Fantasy core titles, that have appeared in other games in the wider series, or …
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[093] Hits You Right In The Feels - Part IV
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About: A fourth episode featuring emotional and poignant themes. Even if you have never heard the songs in this episode during their respective moments, they are sure to make you feel something solely from their music alone. Artwork: The Revenge of Shinobi 00:00 - Ruin Seeker [Tunic] by Lifeformed, Janice Kwan > 03:14 - A Childhood Memory [Rogue Ga…
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About: Our end of year episode is here, featuring music from some of our favourite OST’s of 2022. 00:00 - Faded Dream of a Psychomeddler [Kirby & The Forgotten Land] by Hirokazu Ando > 02:33 - Battle: The Warrior [Stranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origins] by Nosh Mizuta > 05:24 - Battle at Be’elze: Grassland Area [Valkyrie Elysium] by Motoi Saku…
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About: An assortment of character themes that stem from protagonists and various other important characters. 00:00 - sans [Undertale] by Toby Fox > 01:37 - Theme of Bayonetta - Mysterious Destiny (Instrumental) [Super Smash Bros. Ultimate] by Masami Ueda > 04:24 - Yukino Theme [Persona 2: Innocent Sin] by Toshiko Tasaki > 06:00 - Successor of Fate …
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About: Grand vistas and open plains. We’ve travelled through big, wide open world areas for decades and these are just a small handful of background themes to these locations. Artwork: Xenoblade Chronicles 00:00 - Guar Plains [Xenoblade Chroicles] by ACE + > 03:33 - Calm Lands [Final Fantasy X-2] by Noriko Matsueda, Takahito Eguchi > 05:19 - Leafre…
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