Reviewed
02.16.2001
Publisher
Mars
Colony Music
System
Genesis/Mega
Drive
Format
1
CD
Origin
Domestic
Available
Jan.
29, 2001 (USA)
Tracks
20
Length
55:11 |
> Sega Fans have come to appreciate the mastery of Yuzo Koshiro's music
over the years. Who would have guessed that a soundtrack for such
an old (but still awesome) game would surface? It's just what the
doctor ordered.
> Back when Streets of Rage 2 (SOR2) came out, the soundtrack was considered
"different, yet awesome". Once SOR3 hit the scene, we really knew
Yuzo could push the envelope of creativity. As it turns out, his
music was way ahead of its time, as the SOR2 soundtrack remains fresh even
today.
> The music on this CD, complete with all the original techno-pop songs,
is identical to the Genesis original. It may have been recorded from
a higher quality synthesizer than the Z-80, but it sounds exactly the same
(note for note). If you've never heard it, then you need to experience
it just once to be hooked...
Bottom
Line:
> If you like videogame music, chances are you love Yuzo Koshiro's music.
His creativity in Revenge of Shinobi and all three Streets of Rage games
easily proves that talent can overcome limitations. A must buy!
Overall:
9.5
~Shinobi~
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