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BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast
RPGera
502 episodes
1 day ago
BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast is a video game music and discussion show where we never play the same track more than once... or at least try not to! Every Wednesday and several Sundays, Bryan & Bedroth (and Kyle once a month) from RPGera present a selection of VGM for your listening pleasure based on a theme, series, composer, individual game, or an eclectic mix with Radio Hour to close each month! We also have A Musical Review, which is our version of reviews for new release games. Bedroth also presents BGMania B-Sides twice a month, which is a smaller focus on a particular game. We hope you’ll join us on this musical adventure. Trust us.. this is not your typical VGM-related podcast!
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BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast is a video game music and discussion show where we never play the same track more than once... or at least try not to! Every Wednesday and several Sundays, Bryan & Bedroth (and Kyle once a month) from RPGera present a selection of VGM for your listening pleasure based on a theme, series, composer, individual game, or an eclectic mix with Radio Hour to close each month! We also have A Musical Review, which is our version of reviews for new release games. Bedroth also presents BGMania B-Sides twice a month, which is a smaller focus on a particular game. We hope you’ll join us on this musical adventure. Trust us.. this is not your typical VGM-related podcast!
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Video Games
Music,
Leisure,
Games
Episodes (20/502)
BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast
The Starbinder's Oath, Part Three: The Broken Dreams
Bonus Episode #57 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. The fall through shadow has only just begun. Kaelen, Torren, and their unlikely new ally Brenn plummet through a starlight portal into the Sunken Realms, islands trapped in eternal twilight, casualties of Zyra's earliest experiments with corrupted bindings. Here, among crystallized tears and frozen moments of catastrophe, they must confront the graveyard of noble intentions gone terribly wrong. In this third installment of our four-part radio drama, our heroes walk through a museum of failures that reveals the exact moment when reform became tyranny. They encounter Nethys, a woman caught between all realities, who shows them the mechanics of the life-binding ritual and the terrible price required to break it. They discover Zyra's hidden research vault, where decades of meticulous planning toward absolute control lie preserved in cold precision. And they face Auren, not as the enemy they feared, but as a sister still fighting against the chains slowly consuming her will. The path to the Shadowed Core grows clearer with each revelation, but so does the understanding that saving those they love will demand sacrifices none of them are prepared to make. The Choice-Point, that crucial moment when resistance becomes impossible, draws ever closer for everyone involved. Content Note: This fantasy adventure contains themes of betrayal, magical violence, and family conflict. Email the show at bgmaniapodcast@gmail.com with requests for upcoming episodes, questions, feedback, comments, concerns, or any other thoughts you'd like to share! Special thanks to our Executive Producers: Jexak, Xancu, Jeff, & Mike. EPISODE PLAYLIST AND CREDITS Twilight from The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess [Toru Minegishi, 2006] The House from What Remains of Edith Finch [Jeff Russo, 2017] Flooded Suspense from Dishonored [Daniel Licht, 2012] The Point Where Light Vanishes from Senua's Saga: Hellblade II [David García Díaz, 2024] Whispers of the Forgotten Machines from System Shock [Jonathan Peros, 2023] Timelines from Life is Strange [Jonathan Morali, 2015] Kaine -Salvation- from Nier Replicant ver.1.22474487139 [Keiichi Okabe feat. Emi Evans, 2021] The Price of Freedom from Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII Reunion [Takeharu Ishimoto, 2022] No Turning Back from A Plague Tale: Requiem [Olivier Deriviere, 2022] Dream Already Seen from Returnal [Bobby Krlic, 2021] VOICE CAST Narrator - Bryan Clutter Kaelen - Bryan Clutter Torren - Kyle Vaughn Brenn - Kyle Vaughn Zyra - Bryan Clutter Theren - Brian Booth Nethys - Brian Booth Auren - Brian Booth Varn - Bryan Clutter Sera - Lindsey Vaughn Elyndra - Lindsey Vaughn LINKS Patreon: https://patreon.com/bgmania Website: https://bgmania.podbean.com/ Discord: https://discord.gg/cC73Heu Facebook: BGManiaPodcast X: BGManiaPodcast Instagram: BGManiaPodcast TikTok: BGManiaPodcast YouTube: BGManiaPodcast Twitch: BGManiaPodcast PODCAST NETWORK Very Good Music: A VGM Podcast Listening Religiously
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1 day ago
1 hour 55 minutes

BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast
Spotlight: Pokémon Legends: Z-A
Episode #397 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan and Kyle have an in-depth spotlight on Pokémon Legends: Z-A, the highly anticipated follow-up to Pokémon Legends: Arceus and the first major Pokémon title released for the Nintendo Switch 2. We'll be diving deep into the world of Lumiose City to discuss gameplay, world design, new mechanics, story elements, and overall presentation. Of course, the duo still takes time to highlight select pieces from the game’s energetic and atmospheric soundtrack, exploring how the music enhances the urban mystery and evolving tone of this new chapter in the Pokémon series. Email the show at bgmaniapodcast@gmail.com with requests for upcoming episodes, questions, feedback, comments, concerns, or any other thoughts you'd like to share! Special thanks to our Executive Producers: Jexak, Xancu, Jeff & Mike. EPISODE PLAYLIST AND CREDITS Lumiose City -Vert District- from Pokémon Legends: Z-A [Go Ichinose, Minako Adachi, Hiromitsu Maeba, Carlos Eiene, Shinji Hosoe, Ayako Saso, Takahiro Eguchi, Hitomi Sato & Shota Kageyama, 2025] Battle -Trainer- from Pokémon Legends: Z-A [Go Ichinose, Minako Adachi, Hiromitsu Maeba, Carlos Eiene, Shinji Hosoe, Ayako Saso, Takahiro Eguchi, Hitomi Sato & Shota Kageyama, 2025] Battle Zone from Pokémon Legends: Z-A [Go Ichinose, Minako Adachi, Hiromitsu Maeba, Carlos Eiene, Shinji Hosoe, Ayako Saso, Takahiro Eguchi, Hitomi Sato & Shota Kageyama, 2025] Hotel Z from Pokémon Legends: Z-A [Go Ichinose, Minako Adachi, Hiromitsu Maeba, Carlos Eiene, Shinji Hosoe, Ayako Saso, Takahiro Eguchi, Hitomi Sato & Shota Kageyama, 2025] Team MZ from Pokémon Legends: Z-A [Go Ichinose, Minako Adachi, Hiromitsu Maeba, Carlos Eiene, Shinji Hosoe, Ayako Saso, Takahiro Eguchi, Hitomi Sato & Shota Kageyama, 2025] Pokémon Center from Pokémon Legends: Z-A [Go Ichinose, Minako Adachi, Hiromitsu Maeba, Carlos Eiene, Shinji Hosoe, Ayako Saso, Takahiro Eguchi, Hitomi Sato & Shota Kageyama, 2025] Wild Zone from Pokémon Legends: Z-A [Go Ichinose, Minako Adachi, Hiromitsu Maeba, Carlos Eiene, Shinji Hosoe, Ayako Saso, Takahiro Eguchi, Hitomi Sato & Shota Kageyama, 2025] Battle -Rank Match- from Pokémon Legends: Z-A [Go Ichinose, Minako Adachi, Hiromitsu Maeba, Carlos Eiene, Shinji Hosoe, Ayako Saso, Takahiro Eguchi, Hitomi Sato & Shota Kageyama, 2025] Detective Emma from Pokémon Legends: Z-A [Go Ichinose, Minako Adachi, Hiromitsu Maeba, Carlos Eiene, Shinji Hosoe, Ayako Saso, Takahiro Eguchi, Hitomi Sato & Shota Kageyama, 2025] Quasartico Inc. from Pokémon Legends: Z-A [Go Ichinose, Minako Adachi, Hiromitsu Maeba, Carlos Eiene, Shinji Hosoe, Ayako Saso, Takahiro Eguchi, Hitomi Sato & Shota Kageyama, 2025] Battle -Canari- from Pokémon Legends: Z-A [Go Ichinose, Minako Adachi, Hiromitsu Maeba, Carlos Eiene, Shinji Hosoe, Ayako Saso, Takahiro Eguchi, Hitomi Sato & Shota Kageyama, 2025] Battle -Urbain/Taunie- from Pokémon Legends: Z-A [Go Ichinose, Minako Adachi, Hiromitsu Maeba, Carlos Eiene, Shinji Hosoe, Ayako Saso, Takahiro Eguchi, Hitomi Sato & Shota Kageyama, 2025] AZ and the Ultimate Weapon from Pokémon Legends: Z-A [Go Ichinose, Minako Adachi, Hiromitsu Maeba, Carlos Eiene, Shinji Hosoe, Ayako Saso, Takahiro Eguchi, Hitomi Sato & Shota Kageyama, 2025] Staff Roll -Kiseki- from Pokémon Legends: Z-A [Go Ichinose, Minako Adachi, Hiromitsu Maeba, Carlos Eiene, Shinji Hosoe, Ayako Saso, Takahiro Eguchi, Hitomi Sato & Shota Kageyama, 2025] LINKS Patreon: https://patreon.com/bgmania Website: https://bgmania.podbean.com/ Discord: https://discord.gg/cC73Heu Facebook: BGManiaPodcast X: BGManiaPodcast Instagram: BGManiaPodcast TikTok: BGManiaPodcast YouTube: BGManiaPodcast Twitch: BGManiaPodcast PODCAST NETWORK Very Good Music: A VGM Podcast Listening Religiously
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5 days ago
2 hours 6 minutes

BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast
BGMania B-Sides: 10,000 Bullets
BGMania B-Sides #35 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bedroth dives into the stylish and cinematic world of 10,000 Bullets, the PlayStation 2 action game developed by Blue Moon Studio and directed by Yoshitaka Murayama, the creator of Suikoden. This overlooked game blends noir storytelling with intense, slow-motion gunplay, elevated by its exceptional soundtrack from legendary composers Yasunori Mitsuda and Miki Higashino. The music seamlessly fuses jazz, electronic, and orchestral styles to create an atmosphere that’s as moody and dramatic as the game’s world of assassins and fate. Email the show at bgmaniapodcast@gmail.com with requests for upcoming episodes, questions, feedback, comments, concerns, or any other thoughts you'd like to share! Special thanks to our Executive Producers: Jexak, Xancu, Jeff & Mike. EPISODE PLAYLIST AND CREDITS Opening Theme from 10,000 Bullets [Yasunori Mitsuda, 2005] The Maximum High Speed from 10,000 Bullets [Miki Higashino, 2005] Cool Sky from 10,000 Bullets [Yasunori Mitsuda, 2005] Joni Scott Club from 10,000 Bullets [Miki Higashino, 2005] Red Shot from 10,000 Bullets [Miki Higashino, 2005] Hit Man from 10,000 Bullets [Yasunori Mitsuda, 2005] Junk! Junk! Junk! from 10,000 Bullets [Miki Higashino, 2005] Asian Kung-Fu Foundation from 10,000 Bullets [Miki Higashino, 2005] Blue Moon from 10,000 Bullets [Yasunori Mitsuda, 2005] Lullaby from 10,000 Bullets [Miki Higashino & Akira Ishii feat. Kaoru Yuki, 2005] LINKS Patreon: https://patreon.com/bgmania Website: https://bgmania.podbean.com/ Discord: https://discord.gg/cC73Heu Facebook: BGManiaPodcast X: BGManiaPodcast Instagram: BGManiaPodcast TikTok: BGManiaPodcast YouTube: BGManiaPodcast Twitch: BGManiaPodcast PODCAST NETWORK Very Good Music: A VGM Podcast Listening Religiously
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1 week ago
42 minutes

BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast
Tutorial Themes
Episode #396 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan and Bedroth explore the often-overlooked art of tutorial music... those crucial first moments where composers must welcome players into new worlds while teaching fundamental mechanics without becoming distracting. From emotional orchestral awakenings to high-energy training facilities, we examine how the best tutorial tracks strike that delicate balance between being memorable enough to engage players and unobtrusive enough to let learning take center stage, ultimately setting the tone for entire gaming experiences while feeling distinctly introductory. Email the show at bgmaniapodcast@gmail.com with requests for upcoming episodes, questions, feedback, comments, concerns, or any other thoughts you'd like to share! Special thanks to our Executive Producers: Jexak, Xancu, Jeff & Mike. EPISODE PLAYLIST AND CREDITS Nascence from Journey [Austin Wintory, 2012] Training Stage from Super Street Fighter IV [Hideyuki Fukasawa, 2010] Tombtorial -Tutorial- from Crypt of the NecroDancer [Danny Baranowsky, 2015] Training from Perfect Dark [Grant Kirkhope, 2000] Tutorial from Freedom Planet 2 [Leilani Wilson, 2022] Artisans Home from Spyro Reignited Trilogy [Stewart Copeland, 2018] Tutorial Theme from New Pokémon Snap [Hiroki Hashimoto, 2021] Door into Summer from Knuckles Chaotix [Junko Shiratsu & Mariko Nanba, 1995] Training Menu from Wii Fit U [Takayuki Kobara, Toru Minegishi, Manaka Kataoka, Shiho Fujii & Asuka Hayazaki, 2013] Explanations from Kirby's Return to Dream Land [Hirokazu Ando & Jun Ishikawa, 2011] Gateway Galaxy from Super Mario Galaxy [Mahito Yokota, 2007] Tutorial Theme from Code Vein [Go Shiina, 2019] The Test from Rollerdrome [Electric Dragon, 2022] Training from Star Fox [Hajime Hirasawa, 1993] LINKS Patreon: https://patreon.com/bgmania Website: https://bgmania.podbean.com/ Discord: https://discord.gg/cC73Heu Facebook: BGManiaPodcast X: BGManiaPodcast Instagram: BGManiaPodcast TikTok: BGManiaPodcast YouTube: BGManiaPodcast Twitch: BGManiaPodcast PODCAST NETWORK Very Good Music: A VGM Podcast Listening Religiously
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1 week ago
2 hours 21 minutes

BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast
Radio Hour, Volume 80
Episode #395 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan closes out the month of October 2025 with our biggest Halloween celebration to date in Radio Hour, Volume 80! This spooky special is packed with terrifying tracks and bonus surprises lurking in the shadows. From cosmic horror and haunted mansions to crushing boss battles and chiptune nightmares, there's a little bit of everything in here. Happy Halloween! Email the show at bgmaniapodcast@gmail.com with requests for upcoming episodes, questions, feedback, comments, concerns, or any other thoughts you'd like to share! Special thanks to our Executive Producers: Jexak, Xancu, Jeff & Mike. EPISODE PLAYLIST AND CREDITS Ending Part 3 from Monster Party [Masaki Hashimoto & T. Mikumo, 1989] Main Theme from Little Nightmares III [Tobias Lilja & Hugo Long, 2025] Haunt from River City Girls 2 [Megan McDuffee, 2022] Hallow Queen from Rift of the NecroDancer [Danny Baranowsky, 2025] Dark Dragon Phantom from Ninja Gaiden 4 [Masahiro Miyauchi feat. Victor Borba, 2025] Cosmic Necropolis -Special Space Stage- from Skeleton Boomerang [DimWiddy, 2017] Another World from Dragon Quest VI: Realms of Revelation [Koichi Sugiyama, 2010] Desecrated Temple & Ending Theme from Gauntlet Legends [Barry Leitch, Pablo Buitrago & John Paul, 1999] Pumpkin Zone from Super Mario Land 2: 6 Golden Coins [Kazumi Totaka, 1992] The Underking from Absolum [Mick Gordon, 2025] Morta Mima from Absolum [Yuka Kitamura, 2025] The Cosmic Beast from Absolum [Motoi Sakuraba, 2025] Mouth of Madness from Absolum [Gareth Coker, 2025] Giygas Intro from Earthbound [Keiichi Suzuki & Hirokazu Tanaka, 1994] Old Chateau from Pokémon Diamond & Pearl [Go Ichinose, 2007] Panic Attack from Ascend [Ryan Steel, 2025] Kyle from Dying Light: The Beast [Olivier Deriviere feat. Michael Lusk, 2025] Rainy Halloween from Scarlet Moon Halloween Volume IV [Soyo Oka, 2025] LINKS Patreon: https://patreon.com/bgmania Website: https://bgmania.podbean.com/ Discord: https://discord.gg/cC73Heu Facebook: BGManiaPodcast X: BGManiaPodcast Instagram: BGManiaPodcast TikTok: BGManiaPodcast YouTube: BGManiaPodcast Twitch: BGManiaPodcast PODCAST NETWORK Very Good Music: A VGM Podcast Listening Religiously
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2 weeks ago
1 hour 19 minutes

BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast
Spotlight: Ghost of Yotei
Bonus Episode #56 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan and Kyle dive deep into Ghost of Yotei, Sucker Punch’s chilling follow-up to Ghost of Tsushima. Set amid the wilderness of Ezo, this cinematic action-adventure blends folklore, myth, and breathtaking visuals into one of the year’s most atmospheric experiences. The guys share their impressions of how the game feels to play right from the opening hours, covering its sound design, pacing, and artistic direction while discussing how the world and mood are established. From there, the conversation moves into combat flow, exploration, progression, and how alive the world feels as you climb the shadowed slopes of Mount Yotei. We wrap up with thoughts on the soundtrack’s tone and speculate about what might come next for the Ghost series. This is a laid-back, spoiler-light discussion for anyone curious about how Yotei builds on the legacy of Tsushima while forging a spirit all its own. Email the show at bgmaniapodcast@gmail.com with requests for upcoming episodes, questions, feedback, comments, concerns, or any other thoughts you'd like to share! Special thanks to our Executive Producers: Jexak, Xancu, Jeff, & Mike. EPISODE PLAYLIST AND CREDITS Ghost of Yotei from Ghost of Yotei [Toma Otowa, 2025] The Yotei Six from Ghost of Yotei [Toma Otowa, 2025] Atsu's Theme from Ghost of Yotei [Toma Otowa feat. Clare Uchima, 2025] Oyuki's Theme from Ghost of Yotei [Toma Otowa, 2025] The Way of the Shamisen from Ghost of Yotei [Toma Otowa, 2025] Wanderer from Ghost of Yotei [Toma Otowa, 2025] Clan Matsumae from Ghost of Yotei [Toma Otowa, 2025] Mother's Song from Ghost of Yotei [Toma Otowa feat. Clare Uchima, 2025] Onryo from Ghost of Yotei [Toma Otowa, 2025] Upon the Wind from Ghost of Yotei [Toma Otowa, 2025] Ishikari Plain from Ghost of Yotei [Toma Otowa, 2025] The Call of Revenge from Ghost of Yotei [Toma Otowa, 2025] Shogun of the North from Ghost of Yotei [Toma Otowa, 2025] Rei and Retribution from Ghost of Yotei [Mark De Clive-Lowe/Shinichiro Watanabe, 2025] LINKS Patreon: https://patreon.com/bgmania Website: https://bgmania.podbean.com/ Discord: https://discord.gg/cC73Heu Facebook: BGManiaPodcast X: BGManiaPodcast Instagram: BGManiaPodcast TikTok: BGManiaPodcast YouTube: BGManiaPodcast Twitch: BGManiaPodcast PODCAST NETWORK Very Good Music: A VGM Podcast Listening Religiously
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3 weeks ago
2 hours 22 minutes

BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast
Mummies
Episode #394 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan and Bedroth unwrap the bandaged mysteries of mummy-themed music from across gaming history. From tragic cursed souls seeking companionship to ancient guardians protecting their tombs, this episode explores how composers balance Middle Eastern instrumentation, horror atmospheres, and adventure energy to bring these undead creatures to musical life. This spooky October episode showcases the incredible versatility of mummy representation in video game music, featuring everything from playful puzzle themes and gothic platformer soundtracks to emotionally devastating character ballads and epic orchestral arrangements. Email the show at bgmaniapodcast@gmail.com with requests for upcoming episodes, questions, feedback, comments, concerns, or any other thoughts you'd like to share! Special thanks to our Executive Producers: Jexak, Xancu, Jeff & Mike. EPISODE PLAYLIST AND CREDITS Cursed Mummy Battle from Grabbed by the Ghoulies [Grant Kirkhope, 2003] Loading Screen / Main Menu from Mummy Maze Deluxe [Hannu Salonen, 2002] Chapters 8 & 12 from The Mummy [Junko Karashima, 2000] Transylvania Theme from DuckTales [Hiroshige Tonomura, 1989] Bat Mummy from Sphinx and the Cursed Mummy [Steve Duckworth, 2003] Jack Theme from Power Stone [Tetsuya Shibata, 1999] Sandstorm -Kan-Ra's Theme- from Killer Instinct, Season 2 [Mick Gordon, 2014] Mummyfucker from Catacomb Snatch [anosou, 2012] Mausoleum -Master Mummy's Stage- from ARMS [Atsuko Asahi & Yasuaki Iwata, 2017] Cryptometrics from The Mummy Demastered [Gavin Allen, 2017] Level 2 from Decap Attack [Fumito Tamayama, 1991] The Curse of the Sad Mummy -Amumu- from League of Legends [Christian Linke, 2009] The Mummy from Pumpkin Jack [Yohan Jager, 2020] Pyramid -Marahna- from ActRaiser Renaissance [Yuzo Koshiro, 2021] LINKS Patreon: https://patreon.com/bgmania Website: https://bgmania.podbean.com/ Discord: https://discord.gg/cC73Heu Facebook: BGManiaPodcast X: BGManiaPodcast Instagram: BGManiaPodcast TikTok: BGManiaPodcast YouTube: BGManiaPodcast Twitch: BGManiaPodcast PODCAST NETWORK Very Good Music: A VGM Podcast Listening Religiously
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3 weeks ago
2 hours 42 minutes

BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast
BGMania B-Sides: Mago
BGMania B-Sides #34 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bedroth explores the enchanting and mystical soundtrack of Mago, an indie adventure following a sorcerer's magical journey. Perfect for our spooky October series, the atmospheric score captures the arcane and mysterious world of sorcery, featuring a captivating collection of tracks that blend folk-inspired melodies with otherworldly orchestration. Composed by Evan Goertzen (NoteBlock), the music evokes the mystical arts and supernatural wonder at the heart of this magical tale. Email the show at bgmaniapodcast@gmail.com with requests for upcoming episodes, questions, feedback, comments, concerns, or any other thoughts you'd like to share! Special thanks to our Executive Producers: Jexak, Xancu, Jeff & Mike. EPISODE PLAYLIST AND CREDITS For We Are Questbound! -Title Theme- from Mago [Evan Goertzen, 2022] Crimson Bird -World 4 Overworld- from Mago [Evan Goertzen, 2022] Fly, Dragon! Fly! -Baby Dragon Stage- from Mago [Evan Goertzen, 2022] Dragon Fight -Gourmet Battle 1- from Mago [Evan Goertzen, 2022] One Small Step for Mage -World 5 Overworld- from Mago [Evan Goertzen, 2022] Miniboss Blitz -Capytower Boss Rush- from Mago [Evan Goertzen, 2022] Your Last Supper - GOURMET II -Final Boss Battle Phase 2- from Mago [Evan Goertzen feat. Nah Tony, 2022] Mini-game Cabin from Mago [Evan Goertzen, 2022] A Dark Tale of Terror -Secret Boss Battle- from Mago [Evan Goertzen, 2022] Time to Go Home -Credits- from Mago [Evan Goertzen feat. Ruscel Torres, Stevie Viola & TeraCMusic, 2022] LINKS Patreon: https://patreon.com/bgmania Website: https://bgmania.podbean.com/ Discord: https://discord.gg/cC73Heu Facebook: BGManiaPodcast X: BGManiaPodcast Instagram: BGManiaPodcast TikTok: BGManiaPodcast YouTube: BGManiaPodcast Twitch: BGManiaPodcast PODCAST NETWORK Very Good Music: A VGM Podcast Listening Religiously
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1 month ago
34 minutes

BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast
Spiders & Insects
Episode #393 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan and Bedroth explore the creepy-crawly world of spiders and insects in video game music. From tragic cursed weavers to building-sized arachnid boss battles, discover how composers capture both our primal fear and fascination with arthropods through sound. We're examining everything from mournful orchestral pieces to crushing rock guitars, exploring how music brings eight-legged horrors and buzzing nightmares to life. It's October on BGMania, and we're celebrating spooky season with some of gaming's most memorable encounters with nature's perfect predators! Email the show at bgmaniapodcast@gmail.com with requests for upcoming episodes, questions, feedback, comments, concerns, or any other thoughts you'd like to share! Special thanks to our Executive Producers: Jexak, Xancu, Jeff & Mike. EPISODE PLAYLIST AND CREDITS Spider Silk from Hades II [Darren Korb, 2025] Battle With Silitha from Darksiders [Cris Velasco, 2010] Main Theme from Last Year, Chapter 1: Afterdark [Danny Cocke, 2019] You Never Stood a Chance from Choo-Choo Charles [Thomas Bellingham, 2022] Hold On Tight! -Moskito- from Rayman [Rémi Gazel, 1995] Stagnox, Armored Colossus from The Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks [Koji Kondo, Toru Minegishi, Asuka Hayazaki & Manaka Kataoka, 2009] Oh No! WASPS!! from Bug Fables: The Everlasting Sapling [Tristan Alric, 2019] Rom, The Vacuous Spider from Bloodborne [Yuka Kitamura, 2015] Black Tiger from Resident Evil Remake [Shusaku Uchiyama, Makoto Tomozawa & Misao Senbongi, 2014] Armogohma -First Half- from The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess [Toru Minegishi, 2006] Flight of the Zinger -Hornet Hole- from Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy's Kong Quest [David Wise, 1995] Predator in the Dark -Nerscylla- from Monster Hunter 4 [Miwako Chinone, 2014] Kytinn Lost Hive from Mortal Kombat 11 [Nathan Grigg, 2019] The Horde Appears from Earth Defense Force 4.1: The Shadow of New Despair [Masafumi Takada & Jun Fukuda, 2015] LINKS Patreon: https://patreon.com/bgmania Website: https://bgmania.podbean.com/ Discord: https://discord.gg/cC73Heu Facebook: BGManiaPodcast X: BGManiaPodcast Instagram: BGManiaPodcast TikTok: BGManiaPodcast YouTube: BGManiaPodcast Twitch: BGManiaPodcast PODCAST NETWORK Very Good Music: A VGM Podcast Listening Religiously
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1 month ago
2 hours 41 minutes

BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast
Musical Review: Silent Hill f
Bonus Episode #55 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan re-enters the fog in Silent Hill f. After thirteen years of waiting, Silent Hill returns with a bold new entry that trades American decay for 1960s rural Japan. In this comprehensive review, we delve into Silent Hill f, exploring how developer NeoBards Entertainment and writer Ryukishi07 have reimagined the legendary horror franchise. From the fog-shrouded streets of Ebisugaoka to the nightmarish Otherworld shrine complex, we examine every aspect of protagonist Hinako Shimizu's harrowing journey through psychological terror, toxic relationships, and unwanted transformation. This episode features an extensive breakdown of the game's stunning soundtrack, composed by Silent Hill veteran Akira Yamaoka alongside Kensuke Inage, Dai, and Xaki. We discuss how Yamaoka infuses his signature industrial sound with Japanese essence, and how Inage corrupts traditional gagaku court music into something nightmarish. We also cover the game's atmospheric presentation, melee-focused combat system, cultural symbolism, technical performance on PC, and whether this risky departure from series tradition successfully captures what makes Silent Hill special. Email the show at bgmaniapodcast@gmail.com with requests for upcoming episodes, questions, feedback, comments, concerns, or any other thoughts you'd like to share! Special thanks to our Executive Producers: Jexak, Xancu, Jeff, & Mike. EPISODE PLAYLIST AND CREDITS Dizziness Drawn to a Faint Flame from Silent Hill f [Akira Yamaoka, 2025] A Murmur from Dim Lips from Silent Hill f [Akira Yamaoka, 2025] Wandering in the Sorrow of Days Gone By -Mayoi Uta- from Silent Hill f [Akira Yamaoka, 2025] A Night Stained by Phantom Flowers from Silent Hill f [Akira Yamaoka, 2025] An Alluring Bond Descending into Shadows from Silent Hill f [Akira Yamaoka, 2025] Gloomy from Silent Hill f [Kensuke Inage, 2025] The Wet Garden, Corridors of Darkness from Silent Hill f [Kensuke Inage, 2025] Yearning Veiled in Crimson Robes from Silent Hill f [Akira Yamaoka, 2025] Mayoi Uta from Silent Hill f [Akira Yamaoka, 2025] TSUKIYONOINERIME from Silent Hill f [xaki, 2025] Shichibi no Tasogare from Silent Hill f [dai, 2025] Hougejaku from Silent Hill f [Kensuke Inage, 2025] The Bird's Lament from Silent Hill f [Kensuke Inage, 2025] Native f from Silent Hill f [Akira Yamaoka, 2025] LINKS Patreon: https://patreon.com/bgmania Website: https://bgmania.podbean.com/ Discord: https://discord.gg/cC73Heu Facebook: BGManiaPodcast X: BGManiaPodcast Instagram: BGManiaPodcast TikTok: BGManiaPodcast YouTube: BGManiaPodcast Twitch: BGManiaPodcast PODCAST NETWORK Very Good Music: A VGM Podcast Listening Religiously
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1 month ago
1 hour 37 minutes

BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast
Mad Scientists
Episode #392 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan and Bedroth continue the spooky month with one of gaming's most iconic archetypes, Mad Scientists! From whimsical inventors tinkering with impossible contraptions to sinister masterminds conducting horrific experiments, video game music has captured the full spectrum of scientific obsession gone too far. We'll journey through laboratories both benign and terrifying, examining how composers balance intelligence with insanity, precision with chaos, and brilliance with moral bankruptcy. Prepare for bubbling potions, sparking machinery, and the cold, sterile atmosphere of corporate experimentation! Email the show at bgmaniapodcast@gmail.com with requests for upcoming episodes, questions, feedback, comments, concerns, or any other thoughts you'd like to share! Special thanks to our Executive Producers: Jexak, Xancu, Jeff & Mike. EPISODE PLAYLIST AND CREDITS Gyro's Hidden Stage from DuckTales Remastered [Jake Kaufman, 2013] The Mad Scientist -Cranky’s Theme- from Donkey Kong 64 [Grant Kirkhope, 1999] Battle VS Mad Scientist from LunarLux [Vanilluxe Pavilion, 2023] Mad Scientist's Lab from Toxic Grind [Peter Reardon, 2002] Dr. Neo Cortex from Crash Bandicoot [Josh Mancell, 1996] Wily Machine from Mega Man 9 [Yu Shimoda, 2008] E.G.G.M.A.N. from Sonic Adventure 2 [Jun Senoue feat. Paul Shortino, 2001] Science vs Madness from Tesla Force [Sotiris Kremmydas, 2020] Dr. Finkelstein's Song from The Nightmare Before Christmas: Oogie's Revenge [Kengo Hagiwara & Masaya Tsunemoto feat. Jess Harnell & Chris Sarandon, 2004] Mylon - Launch Site from Ratchet & Clank: Up Your Arsenal [David Bergeaud, 2004] Dr. Doofenshmirtz Battle from Phineas and Ferb [Tomoyoshi Sato, 2009] Edison Family / Tentacle Theme from Maniac Mansion [George Sanger, 1988] E. Gadd's Theme from Luigi's Mansion: Dark Moon [Chad York, Darren Radtke & Mike Peacock, 2013] Mad Scientist Dr. Cranken from Viewtiful Joe 2 [Sayaka Morita & Masami Ueda, 2004] LINKS Patreon: https://patreon.com/bgmania Website: https://bgmania.podbean.com/ Discord: https://discord.gg/cC73Heu Facebook: BGManiaPodcast X: BGManiaPodcast Instagram: BGManiaPodcast TikTok: BGManiaPodcast YouTube: BGManiaPodcast Twitch: BGManiaPodcast PODCAST NETWORK Very Good Music: A VGM Podcast Listening Religiously
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1 month ago
2 hours 26 minutes

BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast
BGMania B-Sides: Hades II
BGMania B-Sides #33 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bedroth explores the epic and evocative soundtrack of Hades II, the critically acclaimed roguelike from Supergiant Games. Perfect for a B-Sides in October! The haunting score serves as the perfect backdrop for Melinoë's journey through the Underworld and beyond, featuring an incredible collection of tracks that blend orchestral grandeur with intimate vocal performances. Composed by Darren Korb and Austin Wintory, the music captures the mythological weight and emotional depth at the heart of this Greek epic. Email the show at bgmaniapodcast@gmail.com with requests for upcoming episodes, questions, feedback, comments, concerns, or any other thoughts you'd like to share! Special thanks to our Executive Producers: Jexak, Xancu, Jeff & Mike. EPISODE PLAYLIST AND CREDITS The Crossroads from Hades II [Darren Korb, 2025] Sightless Shepherd from Hades II [Darren Korb feat. Sam Gendel, 2025] Song of the Isles from Hades II [Darren Korb feat. Erin Yvette, Ashley Barrett & Judy Alice Lee, 2025] Rock and a Hard Place from Hades II [Darren Korb feat. Erin Yvette, Ashley Barrett & Judy Alice Lee, 2025] Mountain of the Gods from Hades II [Darren Korb & Austin Wintory, 2025] Olympus Aflame from Hades II [Darren Korb & Austin Wintory, 2025] Lap of Luxury from Hades II [Darren Korb feat. Kristin Naigus, 2025] Fated Glory from Hades II [Darren Korb feat. Colin Ryan, 2025] The End of Time from Hades II [Darren Korb feat. Louis Cole, 2025] Time Belongs to Us from Hades II [Darren Korb feat. Colin Ryan & Ashley Barrett, 2025] LINKS Patreon: https://patreon.com/bgmania Website: https://bgmania.podbean.com/ Discord: https://discord.gg/cC73Heu Facebook: BGManiaPodcast X: BGManiaPodcast Instagram: BGManiaPodcast TikTok: BGManiaPodcast YouTube: BGManiaPodcast Twitch: BGManiaPodcast PODCAST NETWORK Very Good Music: A VGM Podcast Listening Religiously
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1 month ago
56 minutes

BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast
Scarecrows & Cornfields
Episode #391 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. October has arrived! Today on the show, Bryan and Bedroth kick off the spooky month with one of horror's most unsettling rural themes - Scarecrows & Cornfields! Silent sentinels watching over abandoned farms, endless corn mazes where danger lurks just out of sight, and the primal fear of isolation in wide open spaces create the perfect atmosphere for Halloween terror. But not every cornfield hides monsters! From bone-chilling boss battles and survival horror chases to surprisingly cheerful field themes and absurdist comedy, this episode has it all! Email the show at bgmaniapodcast@gmail.com with requests for upcoming episodes, questions, feedback, comments, concerns, or any other thoughts you'd like to share! Special thanks to our Executive Producers: Jexak, Xancu, Jeff & Mike. EPISODE PLAYLIST AND CREDITS Boss -Scarecrow- from Batman: The Brave and the Bold – The Videogame [Jake Kaufman, Kristopher Carter, Michael McCuistion & Lolita Ritmanis, 2010] Nightmare Castle -Stage 7- from Splatter Master [Naotoshi Nishino, 2004] Old Westfall -Day- from World of Warcraft [Jason Hayes, 2004] Psycho Storm -Scarecrow- from Ghost Rider [Timo Baker, 2007] Corn Field from Linkle Liver Story [Hidehiko Enomoto, 1996] Corn Field -Instrumental- from Friday Night Funkin' - Vs. Dave and Bambi: Neutron Rush [Magencopy, 2022] Corn Field Memories from Irozuki Tingle no Koi no Balloon Trip [Masanori Adachi, Tomoko Sano & Kiyoshi Hazemoto, 2009] Killer Corn (or is it Wheat?) from MediEvil Remastered [Andrew Barnabas & Paul Arnold, 2019] Cornfield Chase from Outlast II [Samuel Laflamme, 2017] The Maze from Cornmaze Craze [Elmok, 2021] Happy Shabby Life -Daytime Walking on Scarecrow Field- from Chulip [Hirofumi Taniguchi, 2002] The Scarecrow from Night of the Harvester [Unknown, Unreleased] The Scarecrow from Plants vs. Zombies: Garden Warfare [Peter McConnell, 2014] Top Secret from Maize [Jeff Elliot feat. Nick Walsh & Steve D'Angelo, 2016] LINKS Patreon: https://patreon.com/bgmania Website: https://bgmania.podbean.com/ Discord: https://discord.gg/cC73Heu Facebook: BGManiaPodcast X: BGManiaPodcast Instagram: BGManiaPodcast TikTok: BGManiaPodcast YouTube: BGManiaPodcast Twitch: BGManiaPodcast PODCAST NETWORK Very Good Music: A VGM Podcast Listening Religiously
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1 month ago
2 hours 33 minutes

BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast
The Starbinder's Oath, Part Two: The Shattered Bonds
Bonus Episode #54 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. The storm is far from over. Kaelen and Torren's desperate flight from the massive Cindercloak airship leads them deeper into the treacherous Stormweave Isles, where floating islands spin in perpetual tempest and the very air crackles with corrupted magic. As they seek refuge among storm-wracked ruins and forgotten shrines, uncomfortable questions begin to surface about allies, enemies, and the true cost of the choices that shattered the Starbinder Order generations ago. In this second installment of our four-part radio drama, the foundations of trust begin to crack under the weight of hidden histories and painful revelations. The past refuses to stay buried, and some secrets carry a price that echoes through the present. New allies emerge from unexpected places, while familiar bonds are tested by forces beyond anyone's control. As our heroes navigate both physical dangers and the treacherous landscape of shifting loyalties, they edge closer to truths that will reshape everything they thought they knew about their world. Content Note: This fantasy adventure contains themes of betrayal, magical violence, and family conflict. Email the show at bgmaniapodcast@gmail.com with requests for upcoming episodes, questions, feedback, comments, concerns, or any other thoughts you'd like to share! Special thanks to our Executive Producers: Jexak, Xancu, Jeff, & Mike. EPISODE PLAYLIST AND CREDITS Divine Beast Vah Medoh from The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild [Yasuaki Iwata, 2017] Echoes of Atlantis from Conan Exiles [Knut Avenstroup Haugen, 2018] From Past to Present from The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim [Jeremy Soule, 2011] In Hushed Whispers from Dragon Age: Inquisition [Trevor Morris, 2014] Ezio's Family from Assassin's Creed II [Jesper Kyd, 2009] Unbroken from The Last of Us Part II [Gustavo Santaolalla, 2020] The 13th Struggle from Kingdom Hearts HD II.5 ReMIX [Yoko Shimomura, 2014] Moonlit Melody from Bloodborne [Yuka Kitamura, 2015] Never Fade Away from Cyberpunk 2077 [P.T. Adamczyk, Marcin Przybyłowicz & Paul Leonard-Morgan, 2020] Suicide Mission from Mass Effect 2 [Jack Wall, 2010] VOICE CAST Narrator - Bryan Clutter Kaelen - Bryan Clutter Torren - Kyle Vaughn Elyndra - Lindsey Vaughn Whispers - Brian Booth Varn - Bryan Clutter Brenn - Kyle Vaughn Cindercloak Scout - Brian Booth Additional Voices Provided by AI LINKS Patreon: https://patreon.com/bgmania Website: https://bgmania.podbean.com/ Discord: https://discord.gg/cC73Heu Facebook: BGManiaPodcast X: BGManiaPodcast Instagram: BGManiaPodcast TikTok: BGManiaPodcast YouTube: BGManiaPodcast Twitch: BGManiaPodcast PODCAST NETWORK Very Good Music: A VGM Podcast Listening Religiously
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1 month ago
1 hour 23 minutes

BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast
Radio Hour, Volume 79
Episode #390 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan closes out the month of September 2025 with another eclectic mix in Radio Hour, Volume 79! We dive into hidden gems from obscure 90s titles, showcase massive new releases that are defining 2025's gaming landscape, and celebrate the incredible diversity of listener submissions that keep this show thriving. Whether you're here for atmospheric detective mysteries, unhinged metal chaos, or beautifully crafted JRPG storytelling, this episode is sure to have something for you to enjoy. Email the show at bgmaniapodcast@gmail.com with requests for upcoming episodes, questions, feedback, comments, concerns, or any other thoughts you'd like to share! Special thanks to our Executive Producers: Jexak, Xancu, Jeff & Mike. EPISODE PLAYLIST AND CREDITS Prayer Children from Towa and the Guardians of the Sacred Tree [Hitoshi Sakimoto, 2025] Main Theme from Emio - The Smiling Man: Famicom Detective Club [Takeshi Abo, 2024] Hacking My Brain from Yars Rising [Megan McDuffee, 2024] No Dissonance from Frostpunk 2 [Piotr Musiał, 2024] Erecta My Hamburger Baby from Jets'n'Guns [Machinae Supremacy, 2004] Sunrise on The Train -Terry Bogard Theme- from Garou: Mark of The Wolves [Akihiro Uchida, Masato Horiuchi & Yasuhiro Naka, 1999] Staff Roll from Frantic Flea [John Anguish, 1996] The Way They Walk in Liberl from The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter [Hayato Sonoda, 2025] Confession from The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter [Hayato Sonoda, 2025] Hollow Light of the Sealed Land from The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter [Wataru Ishibashi, 2025] Glasgow Smile from VARLET [OSTER project feat. Minori Suzuki, 2025] This Land from Borderlands 4 [Des Rocs, 2025] Shuten Order from Shuten Order [Masafumi Takada, 2025] Take Your Shot -Boss Theme- from Squirrel With A Gun [Scott DeEntremont feat. hypnotical, 2024] LINKS Patreon: https://patreon.com/bgmania Website: https://bgmania.podbean.com/ Discord: https://discord.gg/cC73Heu Facebook: BGManiaPodcast X: BGManiaPodcast Instagram: BGManiaPodcast TikTok: BGManiaPodcast YouTube: BGManiaPodcast Twitch: BGManiaPodcast PODCAST NETWORK Very Good Music: A VGM Podcast Listening Religiously
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1 month ago
1 hour 3 minutes

BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast
BGMania B-Sides: Earthion
BGMania B-Sides #32 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bedroth explores the atmospheric and driving soundtrack of Earthion, the intense side-scrolling space shooter featuring the legendary compositional work of Yuzo Koshiro. Known for his groundbreaking work on classics like Streets of Rage and Actraiser, Koshiro brings his signature electronic mastery to this recently released gem, crafting a soundscape that perfectly captures the weight and intensity of a space shooter. Koshiro's ability to merge cutting-edge electronic production with memorable melodic hooks shines throughout, delivering tracks that feel both futuristic and timeless. Whether you're a longtime fan of Yuzo Koshiro's work or simply love expertly crafted video game music, this B-Sides episode showcases why Koshiro remains one of the medium's most innovative composers. Email the show at bgmaniapodcast@gmail.com with requests for upcoming episodes, questions, feedback, comments, concerns, or any other thoughts you'd like to share! Special thanks to our Executive Producers: Jexak, Xancu, Jeff & Mike. EPISODE PLAYLIST AND CREDITS Dawn of Earthion from Earthion [Yuzo Koshiro, 2025] The Vanguard Awakens from Earthion [Yuzo Koshiro, 2025] Hyperion from Earthion [Yuzo Koshiro, 2025] Endless Horizon from Earthion [Yuzo Koshiro, 2025] Stonefang Depths from Earthion [Yuzo Koshiro, 2025] Burning Rush from Earthion [Yuzo Koshiro, 2025] Space Fight 2025 from Earthion [Yuzo Koshiro, 2025] Exo-War Bastion from Earthion [Yuzo Koshiro, 2025] Final Gambit from Earthion [Yuzo Koshiro, 2025] Aerial Drive from Earthion [Yuzo Koshiro, 2025] LINKS Patreon: https://patreon.com/bgmania Website: https://bgmania.podbean.com/ Discord: https://discord.gg/cC73Heu Facebook: BGManiaPodcast X: BGManiaPodcast Instagram: BGManiaPodcast TikTok: BGManiaPodcast YouTube: BGManiaPodcast Twitch: BGManiaPodcast PODCAST NETWORK Very Good Music: A VGM Podcast Listening Religiously
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1 month ago
34 minutes

BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast
Spotlight: Hollow Knight: Silksong
Episode #389 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan and Bedroth ascend through the haunting kingdom of Pharloom with a complete spotlight on Hollow Knight: Silksong! This episode celebrates Team Cherry's follow-up to Hollow Knight and Christopher Larkin's masterful 53-track symphony that finally arrived after years of anticipation, showcasing how his compositions perfectly capture Hornet's perilous climb from the melancholic hub of Bone Bottom all the way to the gleaming Citadel at the world's peak. From the slow, mournful strings of forgotten towns to the operatic grandeur of gladiatorial boss battles, this episode explores the full emotional spectrum of Silksong's musical landscape. So settle in for a complete musical ascent through Pharloom's diverse biomes and let us guide you through one of 2025's most acclaimed video game soundtracks. Email the show at bgmaniapodcast@gmail.com with requests for upcoming episodes, questions, feedback, comments, concerns, or any other thoughts you'd like to share! Special thanks to our Executive Producers: Jexak, Xancu, Jeff & Mike. EPISODE PLAYLIST AND CREDITS Enter Pharloom from Hollow Knight: Silksong [Christopher Larkin, 2025] Bone Bottom from Hollow Knight: Silksong [Christopher Larkin, 2025] The Marrow from Hollow Knight: Silksong [Christopher Larkin, 2025] Lace from Hollow Knight: Silksong [Christopher Larkin, 2025] Greymoor from Hollow Knight: Silksong [Christopher Larkin, 2025] Choral Chambers from Hollow Knight: Silksong [Christopher Larkin, 2025] Whispering Vaults from Hollow Knight: Silksong [Christopher Larkin, 2025] Trobbio from Hollow Knight: Silksong [Christopher Larkin, 2025] Awakening from Hollow Knight: Silksong [Christopher Larkin, 2025] Nyleth from Hollow Knight: Silksong [Christopher Larkin, 2025] Skarrsinger Karmelita from Hollow Knight: Silksong [Christopher Larkin, 2025] Crust King Khann from Hollow Knight: Silksong [Christopher Larkin, 2025] Lost Verdania from Hollow Knight: Silksong [Christopher Larkin, 2025] Lost Lace from Hollow Knight: Silksong [Christopher Larkin, 2025] LINKS Patreon: https://patreon.com/bgmania Website: https://bgmania.podbean.com/ Discord: https://discord.gg/cC73Heu Facebook: BGManiaPodcast X: BGManiaPodcast Instagram: BGManiaPodcast TikTok: BGManiaPodcast YouTube: BGManiaPodcast Twitch: BGManiaPodcast PODCAST NETWORK Very Good Music: A VGM Podcast Listening Religiously
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2 months ago
2 hours 40 minutes

BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast
Musical Review: Lost Soul Aside
Bonus Episode #53 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan trudges forward in Lost Soul Aside, Yang Bing's solo passion project that started development in 2014 before evolving into a full Sony-backed production through the China Hero Project. Our comprehensive review covers everything from the soundtrack to the frustrating audio mixing issues, the impressive visual art direction hampered by technical problems, and the narrative shortcomings that waste a compelling premise. Plus, we reveal our final score and discuss whether Lost Soul Aside's combat excellence can overcome its significant technical and design limitations.Email the show at bgmaniapodcast@gmail.com with requests for upcoming episodes, questions, feedback, comments, concerns, or any other thoughts you'd like to share! Special thanks to our Executive Producers: Jexak, Xancu, Jeff, & Mike. EPISODE PLAYLIST AND CREDITS Lost Soul Aside from Lost Soul Aside [Zhengtao Pan, 2025] Imperial Capital -Harbor- from Lost Soul Aside [Zhengtao Pan, 2025] Mount Salvation from Lost Soul Aside [Zhengtao Pan, 2025] Chronocore Sentinel from Lost Soul Aside [Zhengtao Pan, 2025] Victor from Lost Soul Aside [Zhengtao Pan, 2025] Buckhorn from Lost Soul Aside [Zhengtao Pan, 2025] Torch from Lost Soul Aside [Zhengtao Pan, 2025] Frosthold Town from Lost Soul Aside [Zhengtao Pan, 2025] King of Frosthold from Lost Soul Aside [Zhengtao Pan, 2025] Royal Palace Alternate Dimension from Lost Soul Aside [Zhengtao Pan, 2025] Confront Rayna, the Phoenix Residing in the Mortal Realm from Lost Soul Aside [Zhengtao Pan, 2025] Luminous from Lost Soul Aside [Yoko Shimomura feat. Jillian Aversa, 2025] Confront Aramon, the Lord of Voidrax from Lost Soul Aside [Zhengtao Pan, 2025] Zana from Lost Soul Aside [Zhengtao Pan feat. Amanda Achen, 2025] LINKS Patreon: https://patreon.com/bgmania Website: https://bgmania.podbean.com/ Discord: https://discord.gg/cC73Heu Facebook: BGManiaPodcast X: BGManiaPodcast Instagram: BGManiaPodcast TikTok: BGManiaPodcast YouTube: BGManiaPodcast Twitch: BGManiaPodcast PODCAST NETWORK Very Good Music: A VGM Podcast Listening Religiously
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2 months ago
1 hour 28 minutes

BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast
Autumn Environments
Episode #388 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan and Bedroth celebrate the golden beauty of Autumn Environments! This episode showcases how game composers capture that distinctive autumn atmosphere - the crisp air, the crunch of leaves underfoot, and that bittersweet feeling of seasonal transition that makes fall such a beloved time of year in interactive entertainment. Whether it's the comfort of community gatherings, the contemplative solitude of forest paths, or even the Gothic beauty found in seasonal decay, this episode explores the full spectrum of autumn's emotional palette in video game music. So grab your favorite fall beverage, settle in for some cozy musical exploration, and let us guide you through the rich, varied soundscapes that make autumn environments so special in gaming. Email the show at bgmaniapodcast@gmail.com with requests for upcoming episodes, questions, feedback, comments, concerns, or any other thoughts you'd like to share! Special thanks to our Executive Producers: Jexak, Xancu, Jeff & Mike. EPISODE PLAYLIST AND CREDITS Autumn Town -Evening- from Garden Story [Grahm Nesbitt, 2021] Fall Theme from Harvest Moon: Back to Nature [Miyuki Homareda, 1999] Unova Route 19 -Autumn Remastered- from Pokémon Black 2 & White 2 [Hitomi Sato, 2012] Enchanted Forest -Stage 1- from World of Illusion Starring Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck [Haruyo Oguro & Tomoko Sasaki, 1992] Autumn 2 from I and Me [Wish Fang, 2016] The Bathhouse -Fall- from Spirittea [David Linares, 2023] Autumn -Night- from Doraemon Story of Seasons [Yutaka Minobe, 2019] The Smell of Mushroom -Fall- from Stardew Valley [Eric Barone, 2016] Gregg's Woods from Night in the Woods [Alec Holowka, 2017] Somewhere in the Woods -Short Hike- from A Short Hike [Mark Sparling, 2019] Harvest Festival from New Super Lucky's Tale [Aaron Brown, 2019] Autumn's Desolation from Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night [Keisuke Ito, 2019] Welcome Again to Bright Falls from Alan Wake II [Petri Alanko, 2023] Golden Grove from Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch [Joe Hisaishi, 2011] LINKS Patreon: https://patreon.com/bgmania Website: https://bgmania.podbean.com/ Discord: https://discord.gg/cC73Heu Facebook: BGManiaPodcast X: BGManiaPodcast Instagram: BGManiaPodcast TikTok: BGManiaPodcast YouTube: BGManiaPodcast Twitch: BGManiaPodcast PODCAST NETWORK Very Good Music: A VGM Podcast Listening Religiously
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2 months ago
2 hours 34 minutes

BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast
BGMania B-Sides: Adventures of Mana
BGMania B-Sides #31 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bedroth explores the enchanting orchestral soundtrack of Adventures of Mana, the beloved action-RPG remake from Square Enix. The sweeping soundtrack serves as the perfect companion for the Mana Tree's magical world, featuring an incredible collection of tracks with lush string arrangements and mystical melodic themes. Reimagined by composer Kenji Ito alongside new arrangements, the music beautifully captures the wonder and adventure at the heart of both the original Final Fantasy Adventure and this modern retelling. Whether you're a fan of classic Square Enix soundtracks, action-RPG adventures, or just great video game music, this B-Sides episode offers the perfect soundtrack for your own magical quest. Email the show at bgmaniapodcast@gmail.com with requests for upcoming episodes, questions, feedback, comments, concerns, or any other thoughts you'd like to share! Special thanks to our Executive Producers: Jexak, Xancu, Jeff & Mike. EPISODE PLAYLIST AND CREDITS Rising Sun from Adventures of Mana [Kenji Ito, 2016] Village Theme from Adventures of Mana [Kenji Ito/Tsutomu Narita, 2016] Battle Theme I from Adventures of Mana [Kenji Ito/Tsutomu Narita, 2016] Chosen Path from Adventures of Mana [Kenji Ito, 2016] Town Theme from Adventures of Mana [Kenji Ito/Tsutomu Narita, 2016] Chocobo Theme from Adventures of Mana [Nobuo Uematsu/Noriyuki Kamikura, 2016] The Awakening from Adventures of Mana [Kenji Ito/Noriyuki Kamikura, 2016] In Search of the Sword of Mana from Adventures of Mana [Kenji Ito, 2016] The Mana Shrine from Adventures of Mana [Kenji Ito/Noriyuki Kamikura, 2016] Eternal Legends from Adventures of Mana [Kenji Ito, 2016] LINKS Patreon: https://patreon.com/bgmania Website: https://bgmania.podbean.com/ Discord: https://discord.gg/cC73Heu Facebook: BGManiaPodcast X: BGManiaPodcast Instagram: BGManiaPodcast TikTok: BGManiaPodcast YouTube: BGManiaPodcast Twitch: BGManiaPodcast PODCAST NETWORK Very Good Music: A VGM Podcast Listening Religiously
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2 months ago
41 minutes

BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast
BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast is a video game music and discussion show where we never play the same track more than once... or at least try not to! Every Wednesday and several Sundays, Bryan & Bedroth (and Kyle once a month) from RPGera present a selection of VGM for your listening pleasure based on a theme, series, composer, individual game, or an eclectic mix with Radio Hour to close each month! We also have A Musical Review, which is our version of reviews for new release games. Bedroth also presents BGMania B-Sides twice a month, which is a smaller focus on a particular game. We hope you’ll join us on this musical adventure. Trust us.. this is not your typical VGM-related podcast!