video game music Archives

AppWizard

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 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.

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.

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September 14, 2025

Final Fantasy composer shares concern about ‘stagnation’ in game music: ‘Frankly speaking, there’s less weird things now’

Nobuo Uematsu, a renowned video game composer known for his work on the Final Fantasy series, expressed concerns about the significant influence of directors and producers over musical compositions in the video game industry. He noted that this power dynamic limits composers' creative freedom. Uematsu highlighted the diverse soundscapes in contemporary gaming, citing examples like Sega-style beats, the strings of Hollow Knight, and rock tracks from Hades. He encouraged aspiring composers to experiment and innovate, warning against complacency and suggesting the exploration of new genres, such as techno, to create unique compositions.