The original AsterhYthm soundtrack from 2015 established what would become a beloved arcade rhythm game series, and this twelve-track collection is where it all started. "Littlebird Angel" opens things with an approachable, melodic charm that eases players in before tracks like "Brionac," named after the legendary Celtic spear, ramp up the intensity significantly.
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"Eunomia" and "Meligh'" occupy a fascinating middle ground between dreamy atmospherics and rhythmic precision that gives the game its distinctive personality. The variety here is impressive for a debut outing. "sweet berry" brings bubbly, upbeat energy, while "Decisive Factor" shifts into something harder and more driving.
"Inaudible Love" and "infini" explore more emotional, introspective territory that proves arcade rhythm games don't have to be all bombast all the time. "sPrettual" is a clever portmanteau that matches its playful name with an equally inventive sonic palette.
The extended version of "COSMOS" is one of the standout pieces, opening up into a sweeping, spacious arrangement that transcends its arcade origins. "Southern Cross -Long Version 2015-" similarly benefits from the expanded format, and "phantasia" closes the album on a note of wistful beauty.
This is the foundation that spawned multiple sequels, and it's easy to hear why the series caught on with the arcade rhythm community.