The next area takes place inside of a base, just like the first game. The arrangement stays pretty close to the original, but works in some different note progressions to keep things interesting, while not changing the melody so much as to upset fans. Namiki takes a 16-bit approach to the score, relying on what sounds to be an FM sound set, complete with the amazing bass sounds that come with it. With that, it’s on to the first area, which is a nice throwback to the original Contra with a remix of the legendary first stage track. The ascending progression is pretty epic, letting you know that you’re in for a hell of a fight ahead. This is followed by an equally heavy-hitting but more contemplative character select theme.
It’ll get you into the mood to blow stuff up even though there isn’t much of a melody. Let’s start with the introductory track, a tough in-your-face track with siren-like synths, slamming percussion, and a chugging bassline. Our review of the Contra ReBirth soundtrack can be found after the jump! While I’ll say there’s nothing groundbreaking here, I think series fans will be pleased not only with the intense and challenging gameplay, but also the retro soundtrack. This is good news, as Namiki has built himself quite a fan base with his work on deathsmiles and a number of projects with Basiscape. The music from Contra needs no introduction, and the music for Contra ReBirth won’t either, as a lot of it is arranged music from the original!Īs the title suggests, Manabu Namiki of Basiscape was the man behind the Contra ReBirth soundtrack, just as he was responsible for Gradius ReBirth (maybe he’ll be on Castlevania as well?). All three of these franchises are legendary in their own right, but what we care about here is the music.
First it was Gradius, now it’s Contra, and there’s even a Castlevania title coming up in the near future. I somehow continue to be surprised by each successive “ReBirth” title that Konami announces.
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