Memorable Music in Gaming #69

Intro 

This week, we’re talking about tunes that took a little time for this author to fully appreciate. Not because they’re bad—far from it—but because they needed a few listens before earning their place in this series.

Chrono Trigger - Carnival

I love this tune now. It’s playful, charming, and instantly puts you in a good mood. I also appreciate how it appears early in the game—right before the story takes a darker, more serious turn. A perfect tonal contrast.

106 | Guardia Millennial Fair - Chrono Trigger

Keio Flying Squadron - Big Boss Blues

Honestly, I should’ve loved this one from the start. It has that same chaotic, avant-garde energy as “Captain Neo” from Darius—which we featured way back in MM #10.

Must’ve been a slow day on my end.

🐇Keio Flying Squadron -10- Big Boss Blues (SEGA CD)💿- OST

Super Mario Land 2 - Star Maze

I know this might sound odd, but no matter what anyone says, this track always reminds me of the chorus in “Desert Rose” by Eric Johnson.

Super Mario Land 2 OST - Star Maze

Persona 3 Portable - A Way of Life

In classic Persona fashion, this one checks all the right boxes: silky vocals, a smooth melody, and bittersweet lyrics.

It may not hit as hard as other Persona tracks we’ve featured, but it's still a solid tune that deserves more love.

Persona 3 Portable OST - A Way of Life (With Lyrics)

Evil Twin: Cyprien’s Chronicles - Tsoul’i

I know next to nothing about this game, but this track? Semi-haunting, semi-melancholic, and completely immersive. Of all the tracks listed this week, this one took the longest to click—but better late than never, right?

Evil Twin: Cyprien's Chronicles OST - Tsoul'i (HQ Version)
 

Article by: Hamza