Neo Geo FM synth going absolutely ballistic with that late-90s arcade military energy. SHOCK TROOPERS and its sequel pump out run-and-gun action themes that sound like they belong in a 90s action movie filtered through SNK hardware.
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"World Wide Connection" on Stage 1 immediately sets the tone with this driving beat and melodic synth lead that makes you want to mash the fire button harder. "Blue Killer" as the boss theme brings serious tension with its faster tempo and heavier bass.
The arrange version of "Final Mission" hits different from the original, beefed up and more dramatic. "Theme of the Soldiers of Love" is way more sincere than a game called SHOCK TROOPERS has any right to be. If you grew up pumping tokens into Neo Geo cabinets, this soundtrack is pure arcade nostalgia fuel.