Raw NES pulse waves and triangle channels pushed to their absolute breaking point. Castlevania III: Dracula's Curse is legendary for a reason, and this 2018 soundtrack release preserves every bit of that 8-bit intensity.
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"Beginning" is one of the greatest opening stage themes in NES history, no exaggeration. "Clockwork" ticks along with this mechanical precision that perfectly scores the clock tower. "Mad Forest" sets the mood for the branching paths ahead, and "Aquarius" for the sunken city stage has that desperate, rising energy.
The Japanese Famicom version had the VRC6 expansion chip, giving tracks extra channels and richer sound. Every track here earned its place in the Castlevania hall of fame. If you want to understand why people still argue about NES sound design, start with this cartridge.