Falcom's PC-88 sound driver doing what it does best: making FM synthesis sound like it has a soul. "The March of Heroes" is one of those heroic overworld themes that gets stuck in your head for days, all punchy bass lines and soaring lead channels pushing the hardware.
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"Field" has this rolling momentum that makes walking across pixels feel genuinely epic. "Battle" hits hard and fast with that classic Falcom intensity. Even "Ship" manages to feel adventurous with just a few FM voices doing the heavy lifting.
The "Pirate Island" track goes unexpectedly dark. This collection includes both original and arranged versions, which is a nice touch. Essential listening for anyone who thinks RPG music peaked when it had constraints.