A cross-generation greatest hits album spanning DOS to Xbox 360. Epic Games' 20th Anniversary soundtrack pulls iconic tracks from across their entire catalog, and the range is staggering. "Menu Song" from Jazz Jackrabbit brings that pure 90s PC platformer energy, all bouncy and bright.
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"Main Theme" from Unreal still sounds massive, like stepping into a whole alien world for the first time. And "Armored Prayer" from Gears of War 2 drops you into heavy militaristic dread. Hearing Tyrian's main theme next to Infinity Blade tracks is a wild timeline to experience in one sitting.
DOS beeps to orchestral iPad scores. It's basically a documentary told entirely through music. If you want to hear how one studio's sound evolved over two decades, just hit shuffle.