![]() While the US soundtrack does have some good tracks like Stardust Speedway and Metallic Madness Zones, I didn't find much of it memorable. Also am I the only one who thinks that Collision Chaos US doesn't fit the level at all (it sounds like they thought they were making a Palmtree Panic Zone II or something (or even that they had composed the theme for the scrapped level with the rainbow ruins))? ![]() True, the Past versions are the same for both soundtracks (another complaint of mine, as they could have at least bothered trying to change it into something that fits with the rest of the zone's themes) but I'm referring to the other tracks in the zones like Stardust Speedway and Quartz Quadrant, where they sound nothing like their present counterparts. ![]() Some of the tracks in the US soundtrack sound nothing like the previously established tracks for the zones. The consistency in the songs is a lot more obvious in the JP / EU soundtrack. Also the final boss theme is way too similar to the regular boss theme in the US version. The US version messed up the boss fight theme by making it overly creepy when it should have been catchy yet still be slightly menacing. Personally I prefer the JP/EU soundtrack for a few reasons: Overall, I enjoy the Japanese soundtrack more both as a standalone piece and within the context of the game, and aside from Sonic Boom I can barely remember anything from the US soundtrack. On the other hand, the Japanese soundtrack's boss theme fits these outlandish contraptions perfectly, with it's wacky vocals and upbeat tune. Listening to something that sounds straight out of a horror game while Eggman is piloting some of the most ludicrous and non-threatening contraptions in the entire series just feels completely wrong to me. In particular, the boss theme, while a nice track in it's own right, is probably one of the least fitting music tracks I've ever heard in a game. Personally, I think this approach is not only less imaginative and memorable, but also a poor fit for what is ultimately an over-the-top and silly experience. The US soundtrack, on the other hand, is very dark and attempts to be atmospheric. ![]() It's just as alien as the Little Planet itself, and for me, it sells the entire concept of the game, and turns a game that I otherwise consider quite flawed into something I greatly enjoy. It's weird, wacky, extremely creative and a ton of fun to listen to. Sonic CD is a weird, wacky, off-brand approach to Sonic, completely unlike the Genesis games or indeed any other game in the series in it's tone and art direction, and the music really emphasizes that. I feel it's not only a better soundtrack in it's own right, but also a much better fit for the game itself. ![]()
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