Metal isn't just available on CDs, at concerts, and on streaming services. The world of video games is also full of original soundtracks from the genre.
A game's soundtrack is a fundamental part of the experience, as it sets the stage for what's happening. Companies invest heavily in music to provide consumers with the best possible immersive experience.
Some games even feature renowned bands and artists, such as Call of Duty , which includes Avenged Sevenfold 's "Carry On . Kellin Quinn participated in several songs for Sonic Frontiers , not to mention rhythm games like Guitar Hero Dragonforce 's "Through the Fire and Flames .
Check out our list of 7 original rock and metal soundtracks that deserve recognition:
“The Azure Arbitrator” – The Legend of Heroes: Trails to Azure
"The Azure Arbitrator" is the power metal theme that plays when characters fight the final boss in the game The Legend of Heroes: Trails to Azure . It's a song that conveys a sense of tension, but also hope for the player facing the enemy. The track was composed by Falcom Sound Team jdk , the unit within Nihon Falcom responsible for the soundtracks of the company's games.
“Undefeatable” – Sonic Frontiers
Sonic Frontiers is an open-world Sonic game, and "Undefeatable" plays when the blue hedgehog goes to fight the game's first boss, Giganto. The track features Kellin Quinn, has a more metalcore sound, and was composed by the Sega Sound Team , the team responsible for the soundtracks of SEGA .
“Pledge of Demon” – Yakuza 0
Yakuza 0 tells the story of Kiryu Kazuma, who was framed for a murder he didn't commit. The player listens to "Pledge of Demon" while trying to escape Kuze, one of the three captains of the Dojima family, from the Tojo Clan. Also from the Sega Sound Team, the music brings a sense of imminent danger and tension that keeps players glued to the screen.
“Bury the Light” – Devil May Cry 5
Facing Vergil in the final battle of Devil May Cry 5 , the player hears the theme "Bury the Light" during a dramatic and intense moment. Composed by Casey Edwards with vocals by Victor Borba , the metalcore song connects the lyrics to the character Vergil through the lyrical narrative.
“The Only Thing They Fear Is You” – Doom Eternal
"The Only Thing They Fear Is You" by Mick Gordon is the song that plays while the player faces hordes of powerful enemies and bosses in Doom Eternal . The track has become an icon in the gaming world for its fast pace and frenetic beats. The theme mixes groove metal with industrial to convey the feeling that the danger is not the enemies, but yourself.
“Palace of Destruction” – Ys I & II Chronicles
While the player explores dangerous dungeons and palaces in Ys I & II Chronicles , they are confronted with “Palace of Destruction.” The track gives a sense of impending danger while facing the monsters that appear along the way. The music features power metal lines that fuel the feeling of exploration and discovery, also by Falcom Sound Team jdk.
“Mortal Reminder” – League of Legends
League of Legends is one of the most famous and acclaimed competitive games in the world. "Mortal Reminder" is a song by the band Pentakill , where each member represents a character from the game in a line of skins (cosmetics) that share the same name. The music video shows the characters destroying the world of the Yordles, who are small and cute creatures in the game's universe. The theme blends heavy metal with symphonic metal, perfectly capturing the feeling of chaos and destruction.
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