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VGMpire

A video game music podcast exploring 8-bit and beyond

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VGMpire 150 – Chrono Conclusion

VGMpire 150 – Chrono Conclusion

Before we bow out for an indefinite hiatus, journey from 65 million BC to parallel dimensions in this Lavos-sized 150th ... Read more

15 Sep 2019

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VGMpire AOTY 2015 – Undertale

VGMpire AOTY 2015 – Undertale

Our second Album of the Year award goes to Undertale, which lovingly combines the sounds of the NES and SNES with modern... Read more

30 Dec 2015

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VGMpire 147 – Mortal Kombat Kolloquy

VGMpire 147 – Mortal Kombat Kolloquy

It’s Kombat Time! Let’s look back on the first four games in this klassic fighting game franchise, from the gruesome arc... Read more

8 May 2019

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VGMpire Episode 41 – Hyrule Hits Vol 1

VGMpire Episode 41 – Hyrule Hits Vol 1

The very best Legend of Zelda tracks, from the original classic through Ocarina of Time. Hey, Listen! SHOW NOTES 0:00:00... Read more

20 Feb 2013

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VGMpire 117 – Sonic CD with Spencer Nilsen

VGMpire 117 – Sonic CD with Spencer Nilsen

One great game, two great soundtracks. Composer Spencer Nilsen joins us to talk through both US and Japanese Sonic CD tu... Read more

25 May 2016

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VGMpire Episode 42 – Mario RPG Music Hour

VGMpire Episode 42 – Mario RPG Music Hour

More like 90 minutes of Mario RPG goodness, from the SNES original to Sticker Star. Download here SHOW NOTES 0:00:00 – T... Read more

6 Mar 2013

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VGMpire 113 – Hyrule Hits Vol 3

VGMpire 113 – Hyrule Hits Vol 3

We complete our Zelda audio triforce by discussing Skyward Sword, Spirit Tracks and Link Between Worlds, plus touch on t... Read more

9 Mar 2016

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VGMpire Episode 54 – FF Overworlds

VGMpire Episode 54 – FF Overworlds

Rocktober 2013 is here – a full month dedicated to Final Fantasy, starting with a thorough look at the soothing sounds o... Read more

2 Oct 2013

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VGMpire Episode 30 – CastleMania Vol 1

VGMpire Episode 30 – CastleMania Vol 1

Our four part series detailing the many stellar songs of Castlevania begins with this look at the NES and Game Boy title... Read more

3 Oct 2012

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VGMpire Episode 31 – CastleMania Vol 2

VGMpire Episode 31 – CastleMania Vol 2

Onward to the 90s with Castlevania IV, Bloodlines, Dracula X and Symphony of the Night. An impossibly good episode await... Read more

10 Oct 2012

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VGMpire Episode 55 – FF Battle Jams

VGMpire Episode 55 – FF Battle Jams

Fifteen rockin battle themes from eleven different Final Fantasy games. Buckle up! Download Now 0:00:00 – Prelude (FFIV)... Read more

9 Oct 2013

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VGMpire episode 05 – A Salute to Samus

VGMpire episode 05 – A Salute to Samus

An hour-long tribute to the creepy, claustrophobic and downright awesome music of the Metroid series, which is 25 years ... Read more

23 Nov 2011

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VGMpire 101 – Rockmantober Part I

VGMpire 101 – Rockmantober Part I

ROCKTOBER 2015 kicks off with a deep dive into the first three Mega Man games. Download Now 0:00:00 – Opening and Title ... Read more

7 Oct 2015

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VGMpire episode 07 – Mario Kart Memories

VGMpire episode 07 – Mario Kart Memories

From Koopa Beach to Rainbow Road we examine the music behind the first big Mario spinoff Download it by clicking somewhe... Read more

7 Dec 2011

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VGMpire episode 03 – GoldenEye 007 and Banjo Kazooie

VGMpire episode 03 – GoldenEye 007 and Banjo Kazooie

This week we examine two well-known Nintendo 64 soundtracks from Rare. Episode 3 right here

9 Nov 2011

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VGMpire 114 – Batman Beats

VGMpire 114 – Batman Beats

Top composers from across Japan graced the Caped Crusader’s NES, SNES, Genesis and even Game Boy titles, cementing a VGM... Read more

23 Mar 2016

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VGMpire 119 – Monster Hunter Mania

VGMpire 119 – Monster Hunter Mania

Celebrating over 10 years of incredible orchestral tunes, from the original PS2 title through the latest MH Generations.... Read more

13 Jul 2016

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VGMpire 79 – Pokemonth DS

VGMpire 79 – Pokemonth DS

Get ready for a 90 minute dosage of Super Effective tunes from the DS days, featuring Diamond, Pearl, Black, White and H... Read more

16 Oct 2014

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VGMpire Episode 45 – Beats of Rage

VGMpire Episode 45 – Beats of Rage

Celebrating three Genesis soundtracks that are streets ahead. Download now 0:00:00 – Player Select (Streets of Rage) 0:0... Read more

17 Apr 2013

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VGMpire 130 – Kirby Classics

VGMpire 130 – Kirby Classics

Before he was made of yarn or a stylus-guided sphere, Kirby ruled the original Game Boy and starred in several console c... Read more

25 Jan 2017

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