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  1. JiMing
    So since I got a few people telling me to go with the idea, here it is! I will count down on the final boss songs from every console released game that is a platformer. If you're wondering what games I'll be covering, this is the list:
     
    1. Sonic 1
    2. Sonic 2
    3. Sonic 3 & K
    4. Sonic 4 Episode 1
    5. Sonic 4 Episode 2
    6. Sonic Adventure
    7. Sonic Adventure 2
    8. Sonic Heroes
    9. Shadow the Hedgehog
    10. Sonic 2006
    11. Sonic and the Secret Rings
    12. Sonic Unleashed
    13. Sonic and the Black Knight
    14. Sonic Colors
    15. Sonic Generations
    16. Sonic Lost World
     
    All right, now that that's out of the way, let's start this list at the bottom of the barrel!
     
    #16: Sonic 4: Episode 1

     
    Ugh, I know I said that Sonic games have amazing soundtracks overall, but both Sonic 4 Episodes just have... Disappointingly below-average soundtracks. I wouldn't call them horrible by any means, and I believe that Episode 2's soundtrack is slightly better, but this is NOT what I expect from Sonic's great track record with music.
     
    This track just bursts with all of the problems I have with 4's soundtracks. It's ridiculously short, to the point where if it was on iTunes, a 15 second loop would be longer than the full song. The song isn't very good anyways, because the melody is overly simplistic, and lacks any amount of drama that signifies you're at the end of the game. Ironically, the boss is one of the most difficult Sonic final bosses in recent times.
     
    The good thing is, it only gets better from here. Let's see what comes up ahead, shall we?
     
     
  3. JiMing
    Sorry for not updating this yesterday, I was busy. I'll try to make this list daily, but no promises. Anyways, onto the next song!
     
    #15: Sonic 4: Episode 2
    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kqWrJBhXOF0
     
    Most of my problems from the Episode 1 theme are still present, but not as extreme. It's ever so slightly longer, and each part has some variety, with an attempt at the end to build up an "epic" feel. However, I still don't like the instrumentation, and the song is still on the short side. In a nutshell, it's better than Episode 1's song, but not by much.
     
    See you again guys, I promise some better music will be coming soon!
  4. JiMing
    So I heard there was a remastered version of the Ducktales games for the NES, with a remastered soundtrack as well. Given that Ducktales has some of the best 8-bit music ever, I listened to some of them, and wow, the composer did a good job modernizing them. The theme for The Moon is brilliant, and it lives up to all the hype it probably got. Don't believe me? Listen to it.
     
    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1sgNFH3OiJg
     
    I'm also a fan of the remixed Transylvania theme. Be warned, it contains minor dubstep.
     
    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8IK-vGhRc68
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    Songs of the Moment

    By JiMing,

    This... It's just so catchy and energetic. The vocals in the back really add to the song, and the melody itself is wonderfully composed.
     

     
    This song is very subdued and slow, yet it has a trance-like effect which immerses me into the melody itself. I love it when a song does that. Oh, and the violin part is absolutely beautiful...
  6. JiMing
    Okay, now I consider all songs from hereon out to be within the decent, good, or amazing ranges. The past two songs were in the mediocre range. Anyways, onto the music!
     
    #14: Sonic the Hedgehog 1
     
     
    Now the Classic series that people love so much gets some representation! Like the last two, I believe this song to be a bit on the short and repetitive side, though nowhere near as pronounced. I also like how this song has a greater sense of finality that the last two lacked.
     
    Tune in tommorow (hopefully), for the next song!
  7. JiMing

    EVO 2016

    By JiMing,

    So I haven't been on here much lately, haven't I? Sorry bout that, but I've been getting into the Pokken Tournament competitive community and been trying to improve my play hard these last few months. Also been watching people stream, talking on Discord, etc.
     
    Since it was basically 5 hours away from me, I decided to visit the Evolution Championship Series 2016 to compete in Pokken Tournament and meet the people of the community! I've been practicing hard to get in shape for this event, but we'll just have to see what shall happen. I just wanted to give an update and let you all know that was what I've been planning for lately, heh.
    Not sure who will even care at this point, but that's what I've been up to yeah. Hope to make people proud with me and my Lucario!
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