Best original game soundtracks

Samara Lefler News Writer

The“Minecraft” soundtrack is remembered fondly by many who have played the game; it is very nostalgic. It was written by Daniel Rosenfeld, also known as C418. Because “Minecraft” is a sandbox game, there is a lot of freedom to be had, musically. The game has ambient music that can change depending on environmental factors. For example, overworld music differs from that in the nether or in caves. Many fans enjoy the calming music enough to listen to it outside of gameplay.

The“Final Fantasy XIV” soundtrack had, at one point, the Guinness World Record for most pieces of original music in a game with 384 songs. It was mainly written by Masayoshi Soken, but there were other composers who contributed to it as well. These songs reflect suspenseful moments in the game, giving players a more involved experience as the tone matches the action. There are different types of sounds included in this soundtrack, all of which fans never get tired of.

The“Halo” soundtrack is an interesting blend of sounds. It utilizes lots of strings, more than any other soundtrack had before. It was composed and produced by Martin O’Donnell and Michael Salvatori. The music uses electronic compositions as well and blends well with the orchestra. Other elements, like drums, are introduced to add to the story. This also adds variety into the music. Listeners enjoy the differentiation of musical styles throughout the soundtrack.

The“Hollow Knight” soundtrack is more dark and melancholic but still has a wide variety of sounds. This unique tone causes it to stand out to its listeners, and pairs nicely with the dark and poetic themes of the game. It was written by Christopher Larkin, who gets his inspiration from classical music. He uses repeating melodies to connect the music and allow it to repeat naturally in-game. However, it cleanly accommodates variations that reflect what’s happening in the game when the action requires it to.