soundtracks Archives

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December 1, 2025

Confession time: What’s that one videogame song that always gets stuck in your head?

A member of the PC Gamer team discusses the significance of video game soundtracks, sharing personal experiences and highlighting the impact of catchy tunes on gaming. They mention specific examples, such as the Final Fantasy Victory Fanfare, Tekken 7's Infinite Azure, and Heartbeat, Heartbreak from Persona 4. The team member invites readers to reflect on their favorite video game songs and how these melodies influence their gaming experiences.

AppWizard

November 23, 2025

Confession time: Which game soundtrack actually made you cry?

Soundtrack Sunday explores the emotional impact of video game music, highlighting how soundtracks can evoke deep feelings and memories. The author shares personal experiences of being moved by melodies, such as "I Was Born for This" from the Journey soundtrack, which encapsulates the essence of an epic journey. Other notable tracks mentioned include "Dearly Beloved" from Kingdom Hearts and the theme from Final Fantasy 14’s Endwalker expansion, both of which amplify gameplay experiences and evoke strong emotions. The author invites readers to share their own emotional responses to video game soundtracks.

AppWizard

November 12, 2025

Your PC backlog is going to grow as Digiphile enters the PC games bundle market

Digiphile is a new digital gaming platform founded by former Humble Bundle professionals, focusing on community engagement and innovative features. It allows users to contribute to monthly game bundles and includes a credit exchange system for trading games. The platform also incorporates a charitable aspect, offering exclusive physical items for donations. Digiphile's inaugural bundle, "The Return of the Immersive Sim," includes titles like System Shock 2: 25th Anniversary Remaster and proceeds will support the Arbor Day Foundation. The platform aims to provide competitive pricing and diverse offerings in the digital gaming market.

AppWizard

November 2, 2025

Debate: What is the greatest boss theme of all time?

In gaming, facing a final boss is a thrilling culmination of gameplay, often accompanied by memorable soundtracks. Notable tracks include "One Winged Angel" from Final Fantasy 7, "Dancing Mad" from Final Fantasy 6, and themes from Kingdom Hearts 2 composed by Yoko Shimomura. The Souls series from FromSoftware features significant boss themes like "Soul of Cinder" and "Lord of Cinder." "Megalovania" by Toby Fox is highlighted as an iconic boss theme, achieving cultural recognition comparable to the Imperial March from Star Wars and even being performed in front of Pope Francis.

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October 30, 2025

Mortal Kombat Legacy Kollection Review (PC)

Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection is available on PC, Nintendo Switch/Switch 2, PlayStation 4/5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S. Developed by Digital Eclipse and published by Atari, it was released on October 30, 2025, with pricing set at .99 for the Standard edition, .99 for the Deluxe edition, and .99 for the Kollector’s Edition. The collection includes the following games: - Mortal Kombat (Arcade) - Mortal Kombat (Genesis) - Mortal Kombat (SNES) - Mortal Kombat (Game Boy) - Mortal Kombat (Game Gear) - Mortal Kombat II (Arcade) - Mortal Kombat II (Genesis) - Mortal Kombat II (32X) - Mortal Kombat II (SNES) - Mortal Kombat II (Game Boy) - Mortal Kombat 3 (Arcade) - Mortal Kombat 3 (Genesis) - Mortal Kombat 3 (SNES) - Ultimate Mortal Kombat 3 (Arcade) - Ultimate Mortal Kombat 3 (Arcade Wavenet) - Ultimate Mortal Kombat 3 (SNES) - Mortal Kombat Trilogy (PlayStation) - Mortal Kombat Mythologies: Sub-Zero - Mortal Kombat 4 (Arcade) - Mortal Kombat Special Forces - Mortal Kombat Advance (GBA) - Mortal Kombat Deadly Alliance (GBA) - Mortal Kombat Tournament Edition (GBA) The unique titles in the collection are: - Mortal Kombat - Mortal Kombat II - Mortal Kombat 3 - Ultimate Mortal Kombat 3 - Mortal Kombat 4 - Mortal Kombat Trilogy - Mythologies - Special Forces - Advance - Tournament Edition - Deadly Alliance Features include an on-screen move list, a trainer mode, a rewind feature, an interactive Krypt mode, a music player, a Player Kard for tracking stats, and online play. The overall score for the title selection is 2.5/5, and the overall feature score is 3.5/5, leading to a final score of 3/5 for the collection. A review copy was provided by Atari for review purposes.

AppWizard

October 26, 2025

Debate: What’s the greatest JRPG soundtrack of all time?

JRPGs are known for their memorable soundtracks, which enhance the emotional depth of the gaming experience. Iconic tracks include "One Winged Angel" from Final Fantasy 7 and "Dearly Beloved" from Kingdom Hearts. The soundtracks are integral to the gameplay, providing a range of audio experiences that resonate with players during lengthy adventures. The Persona series features diverse musical styles, while the Final Fantasy series, particularly Final Fantasy 10, is celebrated for its emotional compositions like "To Zanarkand." The Ys series by Falcom is noted for its exhilarating and beautifully composed scores.

AppWizard

October 24, 2025

The new Painkiller is out now and it’s not great, but that’s okay because the old Painkiller still is and there’s a fantastic new mod that makes it look like a brand-new game

The latest Painkiller game has been released on Steam, continuing a trend of sequels that fail to capture the original's essence. It offers a competent but unremarkable co-op shooter experience, reminiscent of Doom, with decent graphics and smooth performance. The game has received a "mixed" user rating on Steam, with players expressing disappointment in its failure to deliver the promised experience. The original Painkiller from 2004 remains a cult classic, praised for its chaotic gameplay and unique style. Additionally, the RTX Remix mod for the original game has significantly enhanced its visuals, winning an award in Nvidia's RTX Remix contest, although it is still in development and has some stability issues. The new Painkiller does not stand out against contemporary titles, and the original is recommended as a worthwhile purchase for fans of the genre.

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October 5, 2025

It’s been 20 years and I still have no idea how The Sims has managed to convince so many artists to rerecord their biggest hits in a gibberish language

A member of the PC Gamer team discovered the band Paramore through the Simlish version of their song "Pressure" in The Sims 2. The inclusion of Simlish music began with Depeche Mode's "Suffer Well" in the 2006 expansion, Open for Business, and has featured various artists such as Barenaked Ladies, Hot Chip, Lily Allen, Katy Perry, Charlie XCX, Lizzo, and Glass Animals. Katy Perry recorded "Hot N Cold" for The Sims 2 expansion pack, Apartment Life, and later contributed to a themed stuff pack in The Sims 3. The Sims 4 includes over 100 Simlish tracks, showcasing both classic and contemporary music, with the Life and Death expansion introducing British indie rock band The Last Dinner Party. The franchise continues to integrate pop culture through its unique musical offerings.

AppWizard

September 17, 2025

Red Square Games Announces its “Twilight Imperium Digital” PC Game

Red Square Games S.A., an independent studio founded in 2020, will release Twilight Imperium Digital, a digital adaptation of the classic 4X board game. The game aims to maintain the essence of the original while leveraging digital technology, allowing players to engage in galactic conquest and diplomacy from anywhere. Key features include enhanced automation and an intuitive user interface for streamlined gameplay, over a dozen unique factions with distinct abilities, dynamic multiplayer options for global connectivity, a reimagined interface with cinematic visuals and faction-specific soundtracks, and intelligent AI opponents for solo play.

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September 7, 2025

You’ve all been playing too much Silksong this weekend, have some sleepy videogame soundtracks so you can finally get a little shuteye

As the summer sun retreats in the northern hemisphere, a sense of fatigue sets in, leading to a desire for cozy winter comforts. This week’s Soundtrack Sunday focuses on video game music that evokes specific moods for various activities. Minecraft features a soothing soundtrack, particularly the track "Sweden," composed by Daniel 'C418' Rosenfeld, which is characterized by a gentle piano melody. In Stardew Valley, the track "Dance of the Moonlight Jellies," composed by Eric Barone, captures the essence of late summer with its twinkling notes. "Stellar Fishing Ground" from Infinity Nikki offers a minimalist ambiance, reminiscent of Animal Crossing. The piece "Serenity" from Final Fantasy 14 evokes nostalgia with its soft piano and strings, enhancing relaxation. Lastly, "Shop" from Undertale, composed by Toby Fox, blends unsettling and comforting tones, creating a peaceful atmosphere.