Relentless synth-driven intensity that never lets you breathe. RefleX, the second chapter of Siter Skain's ALLTYNEX trilogy, has a 2008 soundtrack by Jirurun that matches the game's bullet-hell chaos beat for beat. "Raiwat Virgo" is an absolute monster of a track, all distorted guitars and pounding electronic percussion that sounds like fighting a god feels.
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"The Tragic Law of Nature" splits across two movements, building from ominous prelude into full rhythmic assault. "Phoenix" burns bright with layered synth leads that soar over driving bass. Even "Game Over" carries weight.
The whole album treats a vertical shooter soundtrack like it deserves the same emotional investment as an RPG final boss theme. If you play shmups for the adrenaline, this is the album that bottles it.