We interrupt the expected "Musical RPGs" episode with a quick listen to some recent music, just as we did earlier in the year with episode 101. With new Zelda and Final Fantasy XIV music that came our way in May, Mike had to share those. But there's several other notable indie projects to share too, so enjoy what we're listening to, and let us know what's been in your ears lately! Featuring: Mike Salbato, Hilary Andreff; Edited by Jono Logan Links for this episode Retro Encounter 183 - Ys:...

Welcome to our long-awaited followup to 2014's Theme Park episode! Episode 21 of Rhythm Encounter was all about character themes, and we knew it was time to do this topic again, because there has been no shortage of characters with their own themes in RPGs since then. We've got Dragon Quest, Dragon Age, and even games without dragons in their names, like The Legend of Heroes, Deltarune, and more! Featuring: Mike Salbato, Gio Castillo, Audra Bowling, Greg Delmage; Edited by Jono Logan Links...

Whether you know him from his legendary work on Final Fantasy Tactics or elsewhere, odds are you at least know composer Hitoshi Sakimoto's name. And while he often gets talked about for his work in those Ivalice titles like FFT, Final Fantasy XII, and Vagrant Story, Sakimoto has worked on a fascinating variety of game soundtracks, dating back to 1988! As fascinating as it is that he worked on music for Radiant Silvergun and Gradius V, today we are, of course, discussing Sakimoto's music in...

At Rhythm Encounter, we've created episodes around seasons in the past — Episode 6 was about summer, while Episode 23, Winter Warmer, was popular enough that we revisited winter in Episode 59. And yet, we've somehow never had episodes about spring or fall/autumn. Well, today we address one of those missing seasons, with four panelists and eight songs about springtime! Or rather, songs that we feel have a "spring feel," and in some cases, what some people who have never experienced "spring"...

In preparation for April Fool's Day, someone at RPGFan suggested we finally tackle a long-standing idea: a joke episode that features only chocobo music from Final Fantasy. We loved the idea, but then a funny thing happened — a perfectly normal episode celebrating Nobuo Uematsu's iconic theme and its many, many iterations over the years. The idea was funny, but we love this little ditty too much for our praise to be anything but sincere. So gas up your chocobo with some greens and let's...

There is nothing quite as exciting as having a composer as a guest on Rhythm Encounter. After offering much praise for Chained Echoes and its soundtrack, we wanted to get to know up-and-comer Eddie Marianukroh, the composer of said game. In today’s episode of Rhythm Encounter, we talk to Eddie regarding his work as a composer, and ask him to share some game music that matters to him. In contrast, co-hosts Patrick Gann and Greg Delmage share two of their favorite Chained Echoes tunes and get...

With eight mainline entries, six side stories, and an entire spin-off series, Yakuza/Like a Dragon has an incredible history behind it. And what’s even more incredible is the stunning quality of music that comes with each new title. Since 2005, Yakuza has been gifting us pulse-pounding boss tracks, jaw-dropping series themes, and some of the best toe-tapping karaoke songs in video game history. On this week’s episode of Rhythm Encounter, our panel will finally be taking a deep dive into the...

The Xeno games do not make up a traditional series, with multiple sub-series and some games connected loosely and some more directly. But whether you favor Xenogears, Xenosaga, or Xenoblade, there's no denying the games' popularity in the RPG crowd. And for us on Rhythm Encounter, we have been enjoying the likes of Yasunori Mitsuda, Yuki Kajiura, Shinji Hosoe, ACE+, and many more talented composers' works in these games for nearly 25 years. So please enjoy today's Xeno-filled episode where we...

Released in 2015, episode 27 of Rhythm Encounter was all about RPG transportation themes, like chocobos, airships, mechas, and boats. Because of the variety of creative vehicles and travel in our favorite genre — and because it's been nearly eight years — it's high time for another take on this topic. Hop in your spaceship, sentient boat, or tour bus, and join our four-person panel on this journey! Featuring: Michael Sollosi, Audra Bowling, Mario Garcia, Greg Delmage; Edited by Jono...

We interrupt your Transportation RPG Music plans to instead share an episode on some recent and upcoming music releases!

Our XL-sized 100th episode features favorite music from our show's founders!

Five RPGFan music lovers discuss some of their top RPG music of 2022!

It's about time for a Persona-themed episode, don't you think? Eight panelists and eight Persona games' worth of music add up to 2 hours of excellent listening.

Motivate yourself and level up your commute with this RPG music!

With Pokémon Scarlet & Violet in the wild, the panel chats about our favorite Pokémon music over the years.

What could be better for Halloween than episode of Castlevania music? Don't just curse the darkness, sit back and enjoy.

Today we listen to some highlights from the composer of Danganronpa, Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth, and more!

In honor of Armed Fantasia and Penny Blood, today is all about Wild ARMs and Shadow Hearts music!

Three music fans chat about some favorite music from SEGA Genesis RPGs!

Four panelists talk about nine RPGs where the music is perhaps the most redeeming part of the overall package.

Find a cool spot in the shade or a toasty spot in the sun and join us to chat about fun, tropical RPG music!

Four podcast hosts enter... and all four leave. This isn't a deathmatch, just a celebration of SNES music!

Today, four panelists present a diverse range of music from 8 strategy RPGs, so there's sure to be something for everyone.

In honor or Lunar's 30th anniversary, we chat about some favorite Noriyuki Iwadare tunes from the series!

Get your jetpacks, lasers, and extra computer monitors ready and join our stalwart panel on this (sort of) time travel journey.