Pixel Beat
Pixel Beat is a video game music playlist-style podcast featuring music from both old and new games. Each episode features a collection of tracks based on an idea, theme or genre. The show will become a collection of great video game music playlists that allow the music to shine on its own.
Episodes
151 episodes
[151] Moments of Action - Part II
About: Every piece of music in this episode features a barrage of speed and action. They are often partnered with moments of action, or during intense cutscenes or gameplay segments. Artwork: Final Fantasy VII&...
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49:24
[150] Nighttime Cityscapes
About: Looking out into the nighttime city, you'll find a cityscape of lively lights and so much potential. Artwork: Streets of Rage 00:00 - The Street of Rage [Streets of Rage]&nbs...
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30:26
[149] Lemon Jazz - Part II
About: Another episode dedicated to a number of Jazzy themes. There is a lot of variety in the different styles of Jazz present here. 00:00 - Neon District [VA-11 HALL-A] by Garoad > <...
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31:42
[148] Video Game Islands
About: You can find a lot of island settings in many, many video games. Take a listen to some of these island themes, ranging from more chilled, tropical themes, to some upbeat-island tempo tracks. Artwork: King...
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42:50
[147] Rain
About: The rainy vibes of numerous video game tracks set the tone for this latest episode. Artwork: Undertale 00:00 - Beneath The Mask -Rain Instrumental Version- [Persona 5] <...
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29:21
[146] Falcom Punch - Part III
About: You can not deny the musical strength of the games developed by Nihon Falcom. Falcom Sound Team JDK consistently produce some of the best music in video games, and here’s just a few of the songs. 00:00 - ...
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43:14
[145] The Melting Pot
About: A new episode featuring hot and fiery themes from various games. Lets get spicy!Artwork: Chrono Cross 00:00 - Another Medium [Undertale] by Toby Fox > <...
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44:08
[144] Twenty Twenty Four
About: Our end of year episode is here, featuring music from some of our favourite OST’s of 2024. 00:00 - Broken Bridge [Astro Bot] by Kenneth C M Young > 01:4...
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42:01
[143] Nobuo Uematsu's Other Work
About: Fantasian Neo Dimension released this past week and Nobuo Uematsu has talked about the likely possibility that it may be the final soundtrack entirely composed by him. We take a look back at some of Uematsu’s music, but as we have...
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[142] Legend Of The Deep Forest - Part V
About: A fifth episode following on from our forest themed collection of tracks. Features songs from forest or jungle areas that feel mysterious, dark, enchanting or peaceful. Artwork: Hiro Isono <...
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1:01:26
[141] The Battle Is Just Ahead!
About: These tracks are prelude’s to moments of action, right before big battles or conflicts begin. Artwork: Persona 5 00:00 - Preparations [Fire Emblem: Engage]
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41:44
[140] Casting Call - Round 3
About: An assortment of character themes that stem from protagonists and various other important characters. 00:00 - Descendant of Shinobi [Final Fantasy VII] by Nobuo Uematsu >
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45:33
[139] Modern Retro
About: There are many modern day video games that take big inspiration from the retro era. Sometimes this is in the form of the art style, gameplay, music or a combination of the three. These are some tracks from games that owe their identit...
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52:08
[138] Nighttime Breeze
About: Some of my favourite Video Game Music comes from solitary nighttime moments or locations. Following on from our Daytime Breeze and Afternoon Breeze episodes, we have a longer episode here featuring some of the aforementioned Nighttime...
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1:03:05
[137] More Crystals and Icicles
About: A second episode of themes that capture the sounds of both crystals and icicles. Theres a tingly, cold, and often otherworldly feel to these lighter themes. Artwork: MapleStory ...
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38:05
[136] The Lighter Side Of Life
About: An episode complete with music on the lighter, fun side. This one features generally upbeat, uplifting and overall enjoyable themes from an assortment of games. Artwork: Chrono Trigger
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48:58
[135] Coastal Vibes - Part III
About: The beaches await in a third coastal themed episode! We’re talking beach themes, coastal towns and sand-filled getaways. Pull up a beach chair, grab a drink and chill with us awhile. Artwork: Donkey Kong ...
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1:03:33
[134] Wax Lyrical
About: An episode completely dedicated to video game tracks with lyrics. Let’s hope this episode doesn’t get pulled down! Artwork: Persona 5 Royal 00:00 - Colors Flying High [Person...
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1:11:32
[133] Fun and Flora - Part II
About: We’ve already done a few Forest theme episodes, often centred around a more mysterious atmosphere, but this time we lean on the more fun and lighthearted side of these locations. This is a second set of tracks with more upbeat and qui...
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35:57
[132] Laid Back Beats
About: An episode with music tracks that have a very laid back, prominent beat. Artwork: Super Smash Bros. Brawl. 00:00 - Believe In Myself [Ragnarok Online] by s...
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29:07
[131] A Fifth Splash Of Tactical Warfare
About: This episode features another collection of Tactical RPG themes. Music from moments of war, with some highly melodic songs, premonitions of upcoming battle, and some deep, heavy action themes. Artwork: Fi...
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49:21
[130] Pokémon Spin-Offs
About: The Pokémon series is one of gamings longest lasting and most loved series’. As such, it has spawned countless spin-off titles that span many different genres. These are a selection of songs from these many different, and often, very ...
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46:32
[129] Super Smashed Arrangements Vol. 3
About: Super Smash Bros. Ultimate is truly a ‘one-in-a-lifetime’ game that combines the legacies of so many video game properties into one, for lack of a better word, ultimate package. It’s almost unbelievable how many video game series’ are...
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