Why are we so obsessed about video game music?
From nostalgic childhood melodies to life-changing career paths, what makes video game music connect so deeply with our everyday lives? I asked journalists, composers, and enthusiasts why they just can't stop listening.
October was the busiest month of 2026 for new VGM releases
There's no doubt left: 2026 is officially bound to be a record-breaking year for video game music.
Hit indie game Denshattack! gets the vinyl treatment it deserves—preorder the 3LP and the CD now via Kid Katana Records
Next stop: your shelf.
“You don’t need to pretend to be someone else”: Patterns breaks down his VGM debut with Kernel Hearts
Fresh off the release of Kernel Hearts, composer Patterns opens up about stepping into the VGM world, embracing creative freedom, and trusting his instincts as an artist.
How Indie Game Composers Are Surviving the Layoff Storm
As 2026 shapes up to be another record year for video game layoffs, composers find themselves on the front lines. Feeling the squeeze, they open up about how they keep their heads above water.
How composer crisp channeled Machine Girl and Y2K grit into the CICADAMATA" soundtrack
I sat down with video game composer crisp to discuss the eclectic CICADAMATA" soundtrack, wearing influences openly, and navigating the indie games landscape.
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Gears of War: E-Day's crushing score gets a deluxe double vinyl release
Pre-orders are live for the Gears of War: E-Day vinyl soundtrack, shipping in Q2 2027.
Probably Stolen's soundtrack is just as addictive as the game
Probably Golden: French producer A.L.I.S.O.N delivers a standout synthwave score.
Fat Bard goes all drummy and bassy on the Chivalware OST
Is there anything these guys can't do?
Stream seven tracks from the Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake on Nintendo Music
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Why are we so obsessed about video game music?
From nostalgic childhood melodies to life-changing career paths, what makes video game music connect so deeply with our everyday lives? I asked journalists, composers, and enthusiasts why they just can't stop listening.
Program your perfect little farm to the sound of The Miner Was Replaced
The most striking video game soundtracks rarely surface where you expect them.
Deep Rock Galactic: Rogue Core OST ventures onto streaming
Sophus Alf returns with a dark synth score for the upcoming Deep Rock Galactic: Rogue Core, now out on streaming.
October was the busiest month of 2026 for new VGM releases
There's no doubt left: 2026 is officially bound to be a record-breaking year for video game music.
Launching today, Boost Vector Ex hides your new favorite DnB soundtrack
Master the art of vector racing to the sound of blistering breakbeats.
Computer Sillow: Jobcersize's quirky jazz soundtrack is the ideal Monday mood booster
You've got to love that delightfully corny MIDI flavor.
As REKA hits 1.0, its majestic soundtrack finally drops on streaming
How do you score a game about building a walking chicken-legged cottage?
Stephen Barton returns to Call of Duty: Listen to the Modern Warfare 4 score now
Fresh off his gig on Star Fox, the award-winning British composer returns to the franchise that kickstarted his career 19 years ago.
11 tracks from Ace Combat 8 are now available to stream
You'll still have to wait a little longer to experience the full score in all its glory.
Pokémon Legends: Z-A is this week's Nintendo Music drop
Back on the Thursday drop schedule, are we?
Justice’s GTA VI score drops on December 11, new single featuring Gesaffelstein out now
Spanning 50 tracks, the upcoming GTA VI score is both the franchise's longest soundtrack and Justice's most packed release yet.