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| Radio Hour, Volume 90 | 27 août 2026 | 01:16:25 | |
Episode #438 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan closes out August 2026 with another eclectic mix in Radio Hour, Volume 90! This time around, there's a remastered legend of an opener that needs no introduction, a boss theme from a game that wrecked my confidence and lived to tell about it, a Uematsu deep cut hiding inside a game series that refuses to take itself seriously, and a three-track spotlight on a fighting game soundtrack that's quietly one of my favorites of the year. Fall's knocking, so let's send the summer off loud. 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
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| Musical Review: Duskfade | 24 août 2026 | 01:11:24 | |
Bonus Episode #74 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan reviews Duskfade, the throwback 3D action-platformer from Spanish studio Weird Beluga and publisher Fireshine Games, out now on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch 2. In a clockwork world called Tearfeld that's been dropped into endless night by a mysterious Clock Tower, you play as Zirian, a young workshop apprentice who grabs his grandfather's clock-hand blade, teams up with a mechanical bird named Cuckoo, and sets out to rescue his sister and get time moving again. This Musical Review takes a long look at the momentum-driven platforming and the way jumps, grappling, gliding, and rail grinding chain into something joyful, the combat and imaginative boss battles, the storybook realms that stretch from leafy forests to drowned depths to floating heights, and the earnest coming-of-age story sitting underneath all that color. Bryan spends plenty of time on the game's proud Kingdom Hearts inspiration, the Spanish folklore woven into its world, and above all the sweeping, wistful score from composer Rafa del Olmo, breaking down how its recurring melodies and shifting moods do so much of the heavy lifting in capturing that particular PS2-era magic. 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
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| Exploring the Solar System | 20 août 2026 | 02:43:27 | |
Episode #437 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan and Bedroth board a spacecraft and blast off on a grand tour of the solar system. From the scorched rock of Mercury baking next to the Sun, out through the ruins of Venus and the god of chaos himself, past the red dust of Mars and the doomed little moon circling it, all the way to the frozen edge of everything and back again. Strap in for a journey that runs the whole emotional spectrum, from full-throttle rock and pulse-pounding chaos to sparse, lonely, gorgeous atmospheres drifting somewhere far past Neptune. So grab your headphones, mind the artificial gravity, and come explore the solar system with us. 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
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| Spotlight: Beast of Reincarnation | 17 août 2026 | 02:19:31 | |
Bonus Episode #73 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan and Kyle venture into Beast of Reincarnation, Game Freak's bold step beyond Pokémon into a somber, post-apocalyptic action RPG that pairs a cursed young outcast named Emma with her Blight-touched dog, Koo, on a journey across a ruined Japan in the year 4026. Across the conversation, the duo digs into the game's parry-driven combat and its clever fusion of real-time swordplay with turn-based commands, the emotional bond at the heart of Emma and Koo's partnership, the haunting world and its comparisons, and the technical rough edges that split players and critics down the middle. The guys also weigh in on Game Freak proving there's far more to the studio than monster-catching, before wrapping things up with a deep appreciation for the game's stunning, dual-natured soundtrack. 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
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| Blind Listen: Splatoon Raiders | 13 août 2026 | 02:20:03 | |
Episode #436 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan and Bedroth wash up on the shores of the Spirhalite Islands for a Blind Listen through the soundtrack of Splatoon Raiders, the first-ever Splatoon spin-off. This one trades the series' catchy, funky hooks for something stranger and saltier... an abrasive, atmospheric score credited to a fake label of sea creatures and salt puns, sounding at times like it was cobbled together by the fish themselves. It's divisive, it's an acquired taste, and it had Bryan wrestling with it the whole way through... right up until Deep Cut grab the mic and remind everyone why these games always stick the landing. 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
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| FM Towns & FM Towns Marty | 05 août 2026 | 02:40:27 | |
Episode #435 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan and Bedroth dust off two of gaming's most fascinating oddities: the FM Towns and the FM Towns Marty. If you've ever wanted to hear what happens when a Japanese computer decides it wants to be an arcade machine... well, today's your lucky day. The guys dive into a library packed with enhanced ports, forgotten exclusives, gorgeous CD audio, and enough FM Towns weirdness to make you wonder why the rest of the world wasn't paying attention. They also inevitably spend way too much time talking about hardware that roughly seventeen people have actually seen in person. Whether you're a longtime FM Towns fanatic or just here because you thought "Marty" was someone's cousin, you're in for one wonderfully obscure ride! 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
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| Radio Hour, Volume 89 | 30 juil. 2026 | 01:08:57 | |
Episode #434 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan wraps up the month of July 2026 with another eclectic mix in Radio Hour, Volume 89! Another month, another grab bag of new releases, forgotten oddities, and picks I can't fully explain but absolutely stand by. We've got a couple of fresh soundtracks I've been sitting with, a listener submission so gloriously strange I can't stop thinking about it, a Mega Man opener that surprises exactly nobody, and a mini-spotlight doubling as a little review of a game I enjoyed and wanted to shake by the shoulders in equal measure. 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
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| Musical Review: Denshattack! | 27 juil. 2026 | 01:13:28 | |
Bonus Episode #72 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan reviews Denshattack!, the off-the-rails arcade platformer from Barcelona studio Undercoders and publisher Fireshine Games, out now on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch 2. Set in a near-future Japan flattened by climate disaster, the game follows Emi, a ramen delivery driver who trades her quiet route for the underground world of train tricking and ends up leading a rebellion against the Miraido corporation, one gravity-defying kickflip at a time. This Musical Review digs into the combo-chaining trick system and medal-based progression, the sixty-plus stages that wind from the sun-washed tracks of Kyushu to the snowfields of Hokkaido, the wild boss encounters and set pieces that refuse to play it safe, and the cel-shaded pop-art presentation that gives the whole thing an identity you could spot from across a room. The episode also hands a full segment to the game's staggering all-star soundtrack, led by Tee Lopes alongside a lineup of more than twenty composers and vocalists including Sean Bialo, Andrew One, Richard Jacques, Ryo Nagamatsu, Shoji Meguro, Takenobu Mitsuyoshi, Harumi Fujita, Lotus Juice, Ironmouse, and many more, and how its blend of funk, synthwave, and vocal anthems drives every moment forward without ever losing its cohesive spirit. 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
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| Rainforests & Amazon | 23 juil. 2026 | 02:31:01 | |
Episode #433 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan and Bedroth put on their explorer hats and take a trip down to the Amazon. Grab your machete and bug spray! From lost cities and hidden gold to survival horror where the jungle waits you out, the rainforest has never been one single thing. We'll go from a dinosaur-infested Amazon speedway to a Sierra cue that nobody heard for thirty years, through helicopter raids, a Rio street party, and one goodbye that tends to leave people misty-eyed. Don't get lost! 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
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| Randomizer IV (Avenger Tribute) | 16 juil. 2026 | 02:25:59 | |
Episode #432 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan and Bedroth present the annual Randomizer episode, this year with a very special twist. Bryan's best friend and beloved companion of the last 12+ years unfortunately suddenly passed away on July 2nd. Randomizer IV is completely dedicated to his life and memory. Run free and rest easy, Avenger. 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
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| Blind Listen: Star Fox Remake | 09 juil. 2026 | 01:46:09 | |
Episode #431 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan and Bedroth are back with the monthly Blind Listen, this time focusing on the recently released Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive, Star Fox. A remake of the Nintendo 64 version, which itself was a reboot of the Super Nintendo version, this latest entry tells the same tale of Fox all over again, now with updated visuals and an impressively redone soundtrack. As a special bonus for the Blind Listen this month, the guys decided to make this a comparison episode, so the Nintendo 64 and Switch 2 versions of the tracks are being featured! 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
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| Spotlight: The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales | 05 juil. 2026 | 01:57:49 | |
Bonus Episode #71 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan and Kyle explore The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales, Square Enix's ambitious new HD-2D action RPG that blends real-time combat, exploration, and time-travel into an epic adventure spanning a thousand years. Throughout the episode, the duo shares their thoughts on Elliot's journey across multiple eras, the satisfying blend of action and puzzle-solving, the memorable cast of characters, and the game's beautifully crafted world as it evolves through history. They also discuss how The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales expands the possibilities of the HD-2D style beyond traditional turn-based RPGs, before closing out the conversation with a celebration of the game's outstanding soundtrack. Note: This episode was recorded before the news broke about physical discs and games going away in January 2028, so the discussion we have that stems off a side-conversation on Grand Theft Auto VI is purely coincidental, but very timely. 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
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| Non-Mario Kart 'Kart' Racers | 01 juil. 2026 | 02:14:08 | |
Episode #430 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan and Bedroth are taking a hard left turn away from the Mushroom Kingdom and diving headfirst into the wide, wonderful, and occasionally chaotic world of non-Mario Kart kart racers. From Diddy Kong Racing to Crash Team Racing, from a Bloodborne-inspired gothic nightmare to a Muppet-filled trip to Fraggle Rock, we're celebrating the kart racing genre's rich history beyond Nintendo's juggernaut. Join us for some laps around the tracks! 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
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| BGMania B-Sides: The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth | 28 juin 2026 | 01:41:07 | |
BGMania B-Sides #50 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today marks the final chapter of the B-Sides series as Bedroth is joined by Executive Producer Jeff for a special crossover episode with their podcast, Listening Religiously. Together, they dive into The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth, the acclaimed roguelike inspired by one of the Bible's most infamous stories. Equal parts game discussion, soundtrack appreciation, and theological conversation, this finale explores how Edmund McMillen's modern classic blends fast-paced gameplay, haunting music, and provocative religious symbolism into one of the most unforgettable indie games ever created. As the B-Sides series comes to a close, Bedroth couldn't have chosen a more fitting game or a more fitting guest to celebrate everything the format has represented. From Ridiculon's unsettling and atmospheric score to the game's countless Biblical references and themes of faith, sacrifice, and family, this episode serves as both a farewell to B-Sides and a unique meeting point between two podcasts that share a passion for meaningful discussion through different lenses. 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
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| Radio Hour, Volume 88 | 24 juin 2026 | 01:17:58 | |
Episode #429 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan closes out the month of June 2026 with another eclectic mix in Radio Hour, Volume 88! As we hit the halfway point of the year, we have an incredible show to get us all across that checkpoint. Plenty of new releases as usual this month, but we've also got some really deep cuts, a banger of a listener submission from an unusual source, and a mini-spotlight on a game that's just itching to make me cry. 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
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| Spotlight: Mina the Hollower | 21 juin 2026 | 01:56:49 | |
Bonus Episode #70 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan and Kyle venture into the dark, gothic world of Mina the Hollower, the long-awaited action-adventure from Yacht Club Games. Inspired by classic Game Boy Color adventures while incorporating modern design sensibilities, Mina the Hollower combines fast-paced combat, exploration, puzzle-solving, and a surprisingly deep narrative into one of 2026's most celebrated releases. Throughout the episode, the guys discuss their experiences with Mina's underground burrowing mechanics, the game's atmospheric world design, memorable boss encounters, and how Yacht Club Games successfully stepped out from the shadow of Shovel Knight to establish an entirely new franchise. Of course, they also spend time highlighting the game's excellent soundtrack by Jake Kaufman and special guest Yuzo Koshiro, which perfectly captures the tension, mystery, and adventure found throughout Tenebrous Isle. 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
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| Nintendo Switch 2 First Year Retrospective | 17 juin 2026 | 02:41:12 | |
Episode #428 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan and Bedroth look back at the first year on the market for the Nintendo Switch 2. From blockbuster exclusives and surprise indie hits to memorable soundtracks and unforgettable moments, we're celebrating the system's first anniversary with a retrospective packed full of music from some of our favorite Switch 2 releases. Join us as we revisit the games that defined the console's launch window, discuss the titles that kept us (mainly Bryan) coming back throughout the year, and spotlight some of the tracks and composers who helped make the Switch 2's debut year so much fun. We'll also be looking ahead a bit to what's in store for year two! 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
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| BGMania B-Sides: Terranigma | 15 juin 2026 | 01:02:20 | |
BGMania B-Sides #49 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bedroth turns his attention to Terranigma, the beloved Super Nintendo action RPG developed by Quintet and published by Enix. Requested and curated by Executive Producer Xancu, this episode celebrates one of the most cherished hidden gems of the 16-bit era. While Terranigma never received an official North American release, its ambitious storytelling, memorable world-building, and emotional soundtrack have earned it a passionate following among RPG fans for decades. As the penultimate installment of the B-Sides series before it reaches its conclusion with Episode #50, this episode serves as both a tribute to a remarkable game and a reminder of the many overlooked soundtracks that have found a home on the show. Composed by Miyoko Takaoka and Masanori Hikichi, Terranigma's music effortlessly captures the wonder of creation, the weight of loss, and the excitement of exploration through a diverse collection of melodies that remain just as powerful today as they were in 1995. 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
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| Blind Listen: Yoshi and the Mysterious Book | 10 juin 2026 | 02:07:46 | |
Episode #427 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan and Bedroth present the first ever proper "Bedroth Blind Listen", or more simply, Blind Listen. This format has been explored previously on the show, most recently to kick off this year during our focus on the Octopath Traveler 0 episode, but we're fully committing to it now as a very regular theme. To begin, Bryan has brought Yoshi and the Mysterious Book for Bedroth to react to, a game that he recently finished and enjoyed the hell out of. Composed solely by Kumi Tanioka, this soundtrack has a nice mix of styles while keeping it very rooted in the Yoshi and Nintendo universe. Let us know what you think of this concept if it's the first time you're hearing this format! 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
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| Composer Appreciation: Nobuko Toda | 03 juin 2026 | 02:14:07 | |
Episode #426 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan and Bedroth shine a spotlight on the career of Nobuko Toda, a composer whose work has quietly shaped some of gaming's biggest franchises while rarely receiving the recognition afforded to many of her contemporaries. After studying at Berklee College of Music and joining Konami in the early 2000s, Toda became an integral part of the company's music team, contributing to everything from Metal Gear and Pro Evolution Soccer to lesser-known projects that showcased her incredible versatility. Throughout the episode, we explore the many sides of Toda's career, from her early Konami years through her later work. Along the way, we celebrate a composer whose music can be intimate, unsettling, heroic, reflective, and exhilarating, often within the span of a single soundtrack. From iconic franchises to hidden gems, this Composer Appreciation episode is dedicated to an artist whose contributions to video game music deserve far more attention than they've traditionally received. 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
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| BGMania B-Sides: Beyond the Labyrinth | 01 juin 2026 | 00:40:28 | |
BGMania B-Sides #48 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bedroth shines a spotlight on Beyond the Labyrinth, the Nintendo 3DS dungeon crawler developed by tri-Ace and published by Konami. Despite never receiving an official release outside of Japan, the game has developed a reputation among soundtrack enthusiasts thanks to its remarkable score, which blends sweeping orchestral arrangements, haunting melodies, and a sense of mystery that perfectly complements its fantasy setting. Beyond the Labyrinth may be a relatively obscure title, but its music is anything but forgettable. Composed by the legendary Motoi Sakuraba, the soundtrack showcases many of the qualities that have made him one of the most celebrated composers in video game music, from intricate compositions and dramatic flourishes to moments of surprising beauty and restraint. Whether you're already familiar with the game or discovering it for the first time, there's plenty here to appreciate as we explore a soundtrack that deserves far more attention than it has received. 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
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| Radio Hour, Volume 87 | 27 mai 2026 | 01:11:20 | |
Episode #425 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan closes out the month of May 2026 with another eclectic mix in Radio Hour, Volume 87! Back to normal this month with 14 tracks for your listening pleasure. We're covering a wide variety of moods and genres with this one, so there's sure to be something for everyone. Vocal tracks, slow gorgeous pieces, new releases, Nintendo charm, Mega Man excellence, it's all here. Strap in and 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
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| Musical Review: Saros | 24 mai 2026 | 01:36:20 | |
Bonus Episode #69 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan reviews Saros, the latest PlayStation 5 exclusive now available from Housemarque, the Finnish studio behind Returnal. Set on the hostile, shape-shifting planet Carcosa under an ominous and ever-present eclipse, the game follows Arjun Devraj, a Soltari Enforcer sent to investigate a lost off-world colony who arrives with his own deeply personal reasons for being there. This Musical Review covers the fast-paced combat loop and roguelite progression systems built around Carcosa's eclipse cycles, the game's striking environmental design and cinematic presentation, the multi-phase Overlord boss encounters that rank among the best the genre has to offer, and an honest look at the story's ambitious but uneven narrative and the emotional distance created by its complicated lead character. The episode also dedicates a full segment to the original score, how the dark, atmospheric, and cinematically driven music supports the tension and isolation of Carcosa at every turn, and what it contributes to moments where the writing alone doesn't quite carry the weight. 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
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| April Showers, May Flowers | 20 mai 2026 | 02:27:02 | |
Episode #424 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan and Bedroth are celebrating the season with an episode built entirely around flowers... or at least flower names. From soft and reflective themes to energetic idol tracks, strange late-night vibes, and even a few pieces carrying a little danger underneath the petals, every selection on today’s playlist features a different flower in the title. Along the way, we’ll be wandering through everything from visual novels and city builders to platformers, cyberpunk dystopias, puzzle games, and early-2000s Square weirdness. Some tracks feel warm and comforting like the first clear morning after a week of rain, while others drift into darker territory where the flowers probably grow under neon signs instead of sunlight. Turns out video game music has a surprisingly deep garden to pull from... No? Okay, I'll see myself out. 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
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| BGMania B-Sides: Neon White | 17 mai 2026 | 00:56:25 | |
BGMania B-Sides #47 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bedroth dives headfirst into the stylish chaos of Neon White, the blisteringly fast first-person action platformer from Angel Matrix that somehow manages to blend speedrunning obsession, visual novel storytelling, and heavenly demon-slaying into one package. Beneath all of the neon-soaked spectacle and twitch-heavy gameplay is a soundtrack that practically refuses to sit still. This episode arrives courtesy of listener Derek, whose request gives us the perfect excuse to spend some time with one of the most immediately recognizable modern indie soundtracks out there. The music comes from Machine Girl, whose aggressive electronic style gives Neon White its pulse-pounding identity, but the soundtrack also knows when to pull back and let atmosphere take over. 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
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| Spotlight: Mewgenics | 14 mai 2026 | 01:52:47 | |
Episode #423 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan and Kyle are stepping into the bizarre, unpredictable, and occasionally completely unhinged world of Mewgenics, the long-awaited cat-breeding RPG-simulation hybrid from Edmund McMillen and Tyler Glaiel. After years of delays, redesigns, and total reinventions behind the scenes, Mewgenics has finally emerged as one of the strangest games in quite some time. Rather than focusing heavily on the soundtrack this week, the conversation leans much more into the experience of actually playing the game itself: the overwhelming amount of mechanics thrown at the player, the weird sense of humor, the endless experimentation, and the constant feeling that the game is either moments away from brilliance or complete collapse. It’s a fascinating mix of strategy RPG combat, absurd cat management, and rogue-like unpredictability that somehow manages to feel both incredibly ambitious and completely exhausting at the same time. 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
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| Jaleco | 06 mai 2026 | 02:09:36 | |
Episode #422 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan and Bedroth are diving headfirst into the wonderfully strange and somehow endlessly entertaining catalog of Jaleco for this year’s annual studio showcase. For a lot of retro fans, Jaleco became practically inseparable from the phrase “Jaleco Junk,” thanks to a library packed with everything from solid hidden gems to absolute trainwrecks that felt tossed onto store shelves at the last possible second. But buried inside all of that chaos was music that often had no business going as hard as it did. We’ll be highlighting a huge mix of tracks from across Jaleco’s catalog, some attached to games that people still remember fondly, others tied to titles that are memorable for completely different reasons. Whether the games themselves were masterpieces, disasters, or somewhere in between, the soundtracks frequently brought an energy and personality that stuck with us all these years. Expect plenty of nostalgia and more than a few laughs along the way this week. 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
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| Musical Review: PRAGMATA | 04 mai 2026 | 01:14:05 | |
Bonus Episode #68 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan reviews PRAGMATA, Capcom's first original franchise in eight years. Set aboard a lunar research station called the Cradle, PRAGMATA follows Hugh, a spacefarer left stranded after everything goes sideways, and Diana, a young android with no memory of what happened to the facility or its people. Together, they have to fight their way through a station that has turned hostile and find a way back to Earth. This Musical Review covers the full game across eight segments, including the environmental design and atmosphere of the Cradle's varied sectors, the story's themes of connection and survival, the inventive dual-character combat system built around exploration and real-time hacking, and the progression systems that give the experience its backbone. The episode also dedicates a full segment to the original score by Yasumasa Kitagawa of the Capcom Sound Team, how the music handles the tension between the game's cold sci-fi setting and its deeply human core, and where it excels and where it falls just slightly short. 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
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| Radio Hour, Volume 86 | 29 avr. 2026 | 01:23:48 | |
Episode #421 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan closes out the month of April 2026 with another eclectic mix in Radio Hour, Volume 86! We've got a slightly extended Radio Hour this month due to a mini-review being included for People of Note in the middle. I just couldn't choose three songs from this game. Every single one of them deserves to be listened to and appreciated. Besides that, we have a ton of new releases, some really fun listener submissions, and Bedroth, as usual, takes us in some very different directions. 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
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| BGMania B-Sides: Ironsword: Wizards & Warriors II | 26 avr. 2026 | 00:28:15 | |
BGMania B-Sides #46 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bedroth turns the spotlight toward Ironsword: Wizards & Warriors II, the 1989 NES follow-up that leans harder into its dark fantasy tone while expanding on the original game’s scope. It’s a strange, ambitious sequel for its time... one that mixes platforming with a heavier emphasis on exploration and atmosphere, all wrapped in that unmistakable late-80s Nintendo-era design philosophy. This episode comes your way thanks to listener Heat00veride, whose request gives us a great excuse to revisit more work by David Wise. The soundtrack reflects that shift in tone almost immediately. At the same time, it never loses that classic NES identity, with sharp, memorable hooks cutting through the darker textures. 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
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| Psychedelic Trips, Part 2 | 22 avr. 2026 | 02:30:14 | |
Episode #420 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan and Bedroth celebrate 4/20 with Episode #420 two days after 4/20. It was almost perfectly aligned! Psychedelic Trips, Part 1 was back on 4/22/2021 before Bedroth officially joined the show. Come hang out with the guys as they explore additional games that weren't featured back then that all have something trippy about them, whether it's the visuals, the music, or just the overall vibe. Unfortunately, we're not high or tripping during this episode, but we'll make you feel like YOU are by taking you on this journey. Have fun! 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
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| Musical Review: Replaced | 20 avr. 2026 | 01:24:15 | |
Bonus Episode #67 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan reviews Replaced, the long-awaited debut from Sad Cat Studios, finally out on April 14, 2026 on PC and Xbox Series X/S and available day one on Xbox Game Pass. Set in a dystopian alternate-1980s America where nuclear catastrophe handed total control to a shadowy organization called the Phoenix Corporation, the game puts you in the role of REACH, an artificial intelligence accidentally trapped inside a human body, navigating a decaying world of corruption, organ harvesting, and hard questions about identity and autonomy. This Musical Review breaks down the full experience across eight segments, covering the game's stunning hand-crafted pixel art, its slow-burn narrative built around the Disposals and the secrets of Phoenix City, the free-flow combat system and how it evolves across ten chapters, and the friction that comes with some of the platforming and control responsiveness. The episode also dedicates a full segment to the synth-driven original score by Igor Gritsay and aygad, featuring vocal performances by Marina Thorik, and how the music works alongside the world to create something atmospheric and genuinely affecting. 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
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| Deep Dive: 2001 | 15 avr. 2026 | 02:33:15 | |
Episode #419 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan and Bedroth take a deep dive into their High School years to celebrate the year that was in 2001. For our annual retrospective into a prior year before this show existed, the guys explore what was honestly a very pivotal year for our industry. Not only did we see the Nintendo Gamecube, Game Boy Advance, and original Xbox release, but we had the beginning of a game and franchise that really defined an entire generation of gamers... Halo: Combat Evolved. Not to mention the plethora of other heavy hitters that released in 2001. 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
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| Spotlight: Pokémon Pokopia | 09 avr. 2026 | 02:08:23 | |
Episode #418 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan and Kyle have a deep dive discussion on Pokémon Pokopia, the recently released Nintendo Switch 2 life-sim that's been turning heads across the gaming world since its March launch. Just two people who love games pulling the curtain back on one of the most talked-about Pokémon releases in years. We'll cover everything from the game's post-apocalyptic premise and its surprisingly emotional core, the Animal Crossing-inspired soundtrack, to how a collaboration between Game Freak and the team behind Dragon Quest Builders 2 produced something the franchise has never quite attempted before. Expect honest impressions, plenty of weird tangents, and more than a few thoughts on what this game means for Pokémon going forward. 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
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| BGMania B-Sides: Lagoon | 05 avr. 2026 | 00:45:02 | |
BGMania B-Sides #45 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bedroth dives into Lagoon, the early action RPG that made its way from the X68000 to the SNES, bringing with it a distinctly moody, almost off-kilter take on fantasy adventure. It’s a game remembered as much for its quirks as its ambition, with a slower, more deliberate pace that gives the world a slightly distant, dreamlike feel. Lagoon’s music leans into that atmosphere, built on gentle synth layers and melodies that feel patient rather than urgent. Themes unfold gradually, giving each track room to breathe while still carrying a quiet sense of forward motion. 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
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| April Fools | 01 avr. 2026 | 02:46:12 | |
Episode #417 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan and Bedroth are celebrating absolutely nothing out of the ordinary. Just a completely standard episode featuring music from a handful of well-known games, exactly as you remember them. From sweeping orchestral moments to high-energy electronic tracks and everything in between, this episode moves across a wide range of styles while staying firmly grounded in the worlds they came from. No surprises here... just familiar music, familiar games, and the kind of connections that longtime fans will recognize immediately. So sit back, relax, and enjoy a perfectly normal journey through video game music. Nothing unusual, nothing questionable, and definitely nothing that would make you stop and go, “Wait… is that right?” 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
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| Spotlight: World of Warcraft: Midnight | 29 mars 2026 | 02:46:13 | |
Bonus Episode #66 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan and Sean step into the void to discuss the latest expansion to hit World of Warcraft, Midnight! Announced back at BlizzCon 2023 when the entire Worldsoul Saga was introduced and then reintroduced officially at Gamescom 2025, Midnight takes us back into the lands of Quel'Thalas to work alongside the Blood Elves and try to put a stop to Xal'atath and her destructive plans. We're diving deep with this episode, starting with a lore dump and narrative recap of the events leading up to the expansion, as well as discussing the new Allied Race, the Haranir. We'll also touch on the four zones you'll quest through and talk a bit about the new dungeons and raids being introduced. Before wrapping up, Bryan has a theory about where all of this could be leading, and finally, we'll talk about a feature that the community has been asking for since almost the beginning: player housing. World of Warcraft: Midnight is a very promising expansion, and as usual, the soundtrack is absolutely incredible. Stick around and listen to perhaps the best soundtrack Blizzard has done since the Mists of Pandaria expansion. You won't be disappointed! 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
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| Radio Hour, Volume 85 | 25 mars 2026 | 01:19:13 | |
Episode #416 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan closes out the month of March 2026 with another eclectic mix in Radio Hour, Volume 85! Is this year flying by? I feel like it is. Once again, we're hitting every corner of the VGM spectrum this month. Plenty of new releases like usual, but we've also got some TurboGrafx-16, SEGA Saturn, and a mini-spotlight on Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection! One listener also randomly found my number and called in during the show. Hopefully this doesn't start happening more frequently... 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
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| BGMania B-Sides: Tiny Thor | 22 mars 2026 | 00:51:23 | |
BGMania B-Sides #44 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bedroth takes us into the pixel-crafted world of Tiny Thor, a retro-inspired platformer that blends classic 16-bit charm with surprisingly modern design sensibilities. What starts as a colorful, almost playful journey quickly reveals itself to be a tightly tuned experience, where precision, momentum, and mastery of Thor’s iconic hammer become the key to pushing forward. It’s a game that feels nostalgic on the surface, but underneath, it’s constantly asking more of you. That same duality carries straight into the soundtrack. Bright, energetic melodies immediately pull you in, evoking that golden-era platforming feel, but there’s a sharpness to the composition that keeps everything from feeling too safe or predictable. Driving rhythms, punchy synth leads, and clever use of space give each track a sense of motion, like the music itself is ricocheting alongside Thor’s hammer. It’s playful without being lightweight, and technical without losing its sense of fun, creating a score that feels right at home in both the past and the present. 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
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| Green Hill Zone Forever | 18 mars 2026 | 02:25:43 | |
Episode #415 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan and Bedroth return to one of gaming’s most iconic starting points with Green Hill Zone Forever, celebrating the music of the iconic Sonic the Hedgehog area. Bright skies, checkerboard hills, and that unmistakable sense of speed... Green Hill Zone isn’t just a level, it’s a feeling, and its music has carried that energy across decades of Sonic history. From the original Masato Nakamura composition to its countless arrangements, reinterpretations, and spiritual successors, this episode dives into how one theme became a cornerstone of video game music. Expect a journey through a familiar melody, some fresh takes, and at least one deep cut that captures the momentum, optimism, and timeless cool that define Sonic at his best. 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
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| Musical Review: Scott Pilgrim EX | 16 mars 2026 | 01:09:02 | |
Bonus Episode #65 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan reviews Scott Pilgrim EX, the brand-new beat 'em up from Tribute Games that dropped on March 3, 2026 across PC and consoles. An unofficial sequel positioned after the events of the Netflix animated series Scott Pilgrim Takes Off, the game features an original story co-written by franchise creator Bryan Lee O'Malley and sends Scott Pilgrim, Ramona Flowers, and a roster of reformed former rivals through a fractured, gang-overrun Toronto to rescue the kidnapped members of Sex Bob-Omb. This Musical Review covers the full experience, from the open-world Toronto structure and quest-based progression, to the seven-character roster, badge and accessory system, and boss encounters that range from creative to punishing. We also weigh in on the pixel art presentation, the game's story ambitions, and where the open-world design helps and where it gets in its own way. And of course, we dedicate a full segment to Anamanaguchi's sprawling 71-track original soundtrack, a chiptune-infused, garage rock-tinged return to one of gaming's most beloved musical universes. 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
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| Spotlight: Resident Evil Requiem | 11 mars 2026 | 02:20:47 | |
Episode #414 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan and returning special guest Kyle step into the Care Center to have an in-depth discussion and review analysis on the recently released Resident Evil Requiem. The latest game in this crazy successful series from Capcom, Requiem explores the story of newcomer Grace Ashcroft and the returning Leon Kennedy as they become entangled in a new investigation connected to mysterious deaths among survivors of the Raccoon City incident years prior. During the episode, the guys break down the game in full and offer up their thoughts and opinions on the setting, narrative, characters, soundtrack, and so much more. At the end, they attempt to rank the game up against the previous entries as best as possible, while also providing an official review score. Join us for a spooky and tense fun time, and in the words of longtime non-listener and Discord veteran Sev.. you too can play this game! 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
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| BGMania B-Sides: Embers of Mana | 08 mars 2026 | 00:43:03 | |
BGMania B-Sides #43 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bedroth explores Embers of Mana, a newly released ROM hack of Final Fantasy Adventure created by friend of the show and longtime listener OK Impala. Built on the bones of the classic Game Boy action RPG that helped launch the Mana series, Embers of Mana reimagines the experience with fresh ideas, clever design twists, and a renewed appreciation for the world that started it all. This B-Side also features an interview with OK Impala about his experience with Final Fantasy Adventures and creating Embers of Mana. Go show him and this ROM hack some love at the following locations:
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| Composer Appreciation: Inon Zur | 04 mars 2026 | 02:26:29 | |
Episode #413 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan and Bedroth celebrate one of the most quietly essential careers in the history of video game music with a Composer Appreciation spotlight on Inon Zur. Born in Israel and classically trained from an early age, Zur initially built his career in film and television before being persuaded to score his first game... and never looked back. Over the decades that followed, he became the defining voice behind some of the most beloved franchises in gaming, crafting music that consistently prioritizes emotional honesty over spectacle. We explore the remarkable range Zur brings to every project, from intimate character themes and sweeping fantasy epics to militaristic tension and sci-fi wonder. A three-time award winner, a Recording Academy inductee, and a composer whose main theme for a major 2023 release reportedly went through twenty-nine versions before it was right, Zur is an artist who has never stopped pushing. This episode is a proper tribute to a man whose fingerprints are all over the medium we love. 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
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| Musical Review: God of War: Sons of Sparta | 01 mars 2026 | 01:07:43 | |
Bonus Episode #64 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan reviews God of War: Sons of Sparta, the surprise same-day release from Sony's February 2026 State of Play, a 2D Metroidvania prequel developed by Mega Cat Studios in collaboration with Santa Monica Studio. Set during Kratos' youth at the Spartan Agoge, the game follows a teenage Kratos and his brother Deimos as they venture beyond Sparta's walls on a mission rooted in duty, brotherhood, and survival. This Musical Review covers all dimensions of the experience, from the Metroidvania exploration loop, spear-and-shield combat system, and level design, to the story's emotional highs and lows, the pixel art presentation, and the technical rough edges that accumulate over the course of the campaign. We also dedicate time to Bear McCreary's remarkable original score, which blends chiptune sensibility with sweeping orchestral and choral arrangements to create one of the most distinctive soundscapes in the franchise's twenty-year history. 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
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| Radio Hour, Volume 84 | 25 févr. 2026 | 01:01:00 | |
Episode #412 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan closes out the month of February 2026 with another eclectic mix in Radio Hour, Volume 84! Just because it's the shortest month of the year doesn't mean Radio Hour is any less packed with what you'd expect. We're going all over the place with this episode, from early PC-98 and Amiga releases, to a modern reimagining of a JRPG classic, a fan-made ROM hack being worked on by a listener of the show, and a beautiful mini-spotlight on the stellar soundtrack to the recently released Cairn! 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
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| BGMania B-Sides: Risk of Rain 2 | 22 févr. 2026 | 01:22:18 | |
BGMania B-Sides #42 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bedroth drops into Risk of Rain 2, the relentless roguelike shooter that turns isolation and chaos into an ever-escalating fight for survival. What starts as a quiet landing on an alien world quickly spirals into overwhelming waves of enemies, towering bosses, and that constant ticking pressure to move faster before the difficulty swallows you whole. The soundtrack matches that intensity beat for beat, fusing atmospheric ambience with driving percussion, soaring guitar lines, and synth textures that feel both futuristic and strangely human. Tracks build gradually, layering rhythm and melody until they erupt into cathartic climaxes that mirror the game’s frantic momentum. It’s music that thrives on tension and release, perfectly capturing the lonely vastness of an alien planet while pushing you forward into the storm. 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
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| Blockbuster Memories | 18 févr. 2026 | 02:38:11 | |
Episode #411 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan and Bedroth take a nostalgic trip down memory lane to relive the magic that was brick-and-mortar rental stores. The guys brought tracks from games that they have specific rental stories to tell, spread across the years of walking down those aisles, scanning shelves and box arts, and trying to figure out what the hell they wanted to play that weekend. Join us for some heartfelt stories, laughs, and the beauty of just being a kid during the late 80's and all throughout the 90's! 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
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| Spotlight: Lumines Arise | 15 févr. 2026 | 02:06:51 | |
Bonus Episode #63 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan and Bedroth vibe with the incredible soundtrack to the recently released Lumines Arise. Huge thank you to Enhance Games and Hydelic for sponsoring this episode and making it possible. Lumines Arise is a visually stunning puzzle game in the vein of Tetris Effect with top-notch presentation, visuals, and, of course, music. The guys discuss their time spent with the game over the last few weeks and break down the soundtrack with an in-depth discussion. Do you want a digital copy of the soundtrack to Lumines Arise and Tetris Effect? The first two listeners to leave a new rating and review on Apple Podcasts and then reach out to us letting us know you did, will receive a copy of both courtesy of Enhance Games and Hydelic! 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
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| BGMania After Dark 2 | 11 févr. 2026 | 02:18:20 | |
Episode #410 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bryan and Bedroth are back with BGMania After Dark 2 just in time for Valentine's Day. Only this year, the guys are diving into the world of dirty and suggestive track titles. Whether intentional or accidental, these track titles are unforgettable for all the wrong reasons. Fair warning, listener discretion is advised for this episode. Grab your headphones, maybe close the door or roll up your windows, and prepare for some eyebrow-raising tracks and commentary like only we can provide in an After Dark episode! 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
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