Square Enix recently unveiled a treasure for music lovers and gamers alike – the Drakengard Original Soundtrack – now available across numerous digital and streaming platforms. This unleash is metaphorically equivalent to hitting a melodious jackpot for the fans of the iconic gaming franchise. The globally renowned company did not just stop at Steam, but extended this incredible musical journey to Spotify, Apple Music and several other services, diversifying its reach.
Touted as the Drakengard Original Soundtrack Re-release, this enticing album is a culmination of the musical wizardry of celebrated composers Takayuki Aihara and Nobuyoshi Sano, spanning over 47 enchanting tracks. Initially, it was released only for the PC audience via Steam, pricing at a reasonable $15.19 with a delightful 20% off until September 24. The soundtrack, however, broke free of its PC-only confines and subsequently made its way into the extensive arenas of Apple Music and Spotify.
Turning the wheels of time back to 2003, Square Enix brought to life a cult-favorite RPG by the name of Drakengard. The unique game not only intrigued fans with its captivating narrative but also captivated listeners with its unconventional soundtrack, oozing a sense of ‘madness’. Its comprehensively appealing nature shattered the boundaries of standard gaming music.
The strikingly distinctive soundtrack that has left fans enchanted for years has now made a grand comeback. The contemporary release consists of gatherings from the DRAG-ON DRAGOON Original Soundtrack Vol. 1 (MJCG-80125), and DRAG-ON DRAGOON Original Soundtrack Vol. 2 (MJCG-80137). Thus, this return serves as a nostalgic walk down memory lane for faithful fans and as a new-age discovery for the unenlightened.
The newly released Drakengard Original Soundtrack, readily available now in the digital world, serves as a definitive extension of the game’s narrative arc. The avid gamers can enjoy the game on PS2, now embellished with a captivating album. And as in-game music continues to accelerate in its own artistic right, one can only imagine where the intersection of gaming and music will voyage next.
Released by SQUARE ENIX in 2003, Drakengard was a cult classic RPG that not only featured a gripping story but also radiated a sense of “madness” through its music, breaking the mold of conventional games.
The soundtrack that captivated countless fans has finally returned.
*This soundtrack compiles the tracks from DRAG-ON DRAGOON Original Soundtrack Vol. 1 (MJCG-80125), and DRAG-ON DRAGOON Original Soundtrack Vol. 2 (MJCG-80137).
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