@@keebeenacho2287it's only when you restart from the pause menu in the middle of the stage. If you finish the stage and restart or exit the stage and restart, the song starts over
The lyric”None of this fake,it’s all reality!” Sounds like the end is trying to brainwash you into thinking that where you are isn’t fake and to trap you into staying there forever as the lyrics and beat gets louder and louder like it’s really clouding your brain to an unhealthy degree
Given that it plays in 3-7, before Rhea Island, it makes a lot of sense. The end is subtly lulling Sonic into accepting his fate as he struggles to free his friends.
Rintaro Soma's tracks are always the best. He also made "Solips" which was a famous rhythm game song, he really nails that japanese electronic music style similar to Camellia
I really like 4-4 personally, i think it catches perfectly that backrooms vibe that the city theme reprensents. It's soothing and calm but there's this uneasiness that makes you wanna leave this place, because if you were to stay, you might just get lost in these memories... forever. It might not be the catchyest cyberspace song, but it actually gave me chills when i first went through the level, and i feel like it's the one that fits the cyberspace theme the best.
2-6 was my absolute favorite as well That main lead is so powerful yet so beautiful The first time I played 2-6 and that drop hit I was instantly 10 years old again playing sonic generations with my dad cause he had rented it for me from blockbuster and then when the melody kicked in again boyyy I almost cried If a song/beat can bring you back to a happy point in your life the producer/musician did a damn good job
Rintaro Soma's tracks are always the best. He also made "Solips" which was a famous rhythm game song, he really nails that japanese electronic music style similar to Camellia
One of my favorite themes is 3-2, Go Slap. It begins with a jungle-like beat that reminds me of the cheery nature of Savannah Citadel before it commits to a fast, energetic theme that gets you running. One of my favorite Cyberspace stages by far! Loved this video.
Same here. Go Slap didn't catch me as much when I played the game but as I listened to the soundtrack, it immediately grabbed me. One of the best tracks in the game imo.
I like all the Cyber Space tracks, but some of my favorites are definitely from Rintaro Soma. Genshi (1-4), Floating in the Blue (2-7), Constructure (3-4), BMB (3-5), Rumble Rave (4-3), Wishes in the Wind (4-4), and Fog Funk (4-6) are all excellent bops, with Wishes in the Wind being my favorite Cyber Space track and level in the game.
Exactly! Rintaro Soma's tracks are always the best. He also made "Solips" which was a famous rhythm game song, he really nails that electronic music style in a similar way to Camellia, especially from the "Heart of android" album. I've tried to find some information about him and his other music but I could only find Solips, he really has a style that reasonates with my soul.
There are little to non UA-cam channels as amazing as this. Something about the editing, the presentation, and the delivery make this a hella amazing video, just like the rest of the channel. Thanks for another upload!
my favorite has to be 3-6 enjoy this world. its just raw bubbly unashamed and unbridled happiness. really reminds me what it feels like to love this series. i also have a big love for the music outside of cyberspace. my jaw was on the floor when i got to the last 2 islands and the music just kept topping itself with melancholic splendor. some of the guardian tracks absolutely bang too. Spider and Ghost being the obvious stand outs both of those tracks comepletely took my breath away. it fills these bosses with such unstoppable excitement and ties the whole combat experience together.
I know, especially in one of the longest and (in my opinion, so far) best cyberspace stages in the game, you really get the chance to grow and appreciate it since you'll be there for much longer than the typical Cyberspace stage.
my fav is probably Dropaholic. it kinda feels like Kanon Oguni (the composer) just having fun, even the name is pretty goofy. super over the top, and surprisingly complex, because of the 2nd variation before looping. also, I just wanna say that your videos are some of my favorites on UA-cam right now. they feel real really down to Earth, but still well made and above all passionate. plus, the way you describe things is almost mesmerizing.
Rintaro Soma's tracks are always the best. He also made "Solips" which was a famous rhythm game song, he really nails that japanese electronic music style similar to Camellia
Sonic Frontiers's music managed to fit perfectly into my style. As a music nerd, who loves 90's dance music this is one of my favourite music albums in history, which is not something I can say about most other soundtracks. I hope they keep going in this direction in the future
One of my favorite songs is 3-7 and how it is a reference back to 1-1 but is still able to sound new while continuing the story that 1-1 started. If this was the last cyberspace stage music-wise, I think it would be an excellent conclusion to Sonic's Cyber Adventures. Edit: It used to say "My favorite song is 3-7" but once I heard 2-6, I realized that I love others too lol.
2:40 You should’ve given a PTSD warning for the footage. I’m pretty sure everyone here has missed the 55 second mark by a distance on par with that at least once for 1-2.
i love how you describe music so much. theres some elements of songs that i might usually brush over that you word to sound like the most poetic thing ever lmao
My favorites are all of the Kanon Oguni tracks, those being 1-5 Dropaholic, 2-6 Transparent Highway, and 4-1 Exceed Mach. I live for built up drops and that seems to be Oguni's specialty based on those three.
Before the soundtrack was officially released I kept listening to those 3 songs on youtube over and over. I then found out that those just so happened to all be the tracks that Kanon Oguni composed. He seems to like to like to have his songs introduce an idea and build on it, as all of them play a similar but noticeably different sound the "second" time through.
great video! my favs are probably Memory Will Tell, BMB, Transparent Highway, Wishes in the Wind, Ephemeral, Flowing, Fog Funk and Time Flyer those ones specifically really stuck with me also i kind of like that although the Cyberspace music doesn't scream Green Hill, Sky Sanctuary or any of that, it weirdly fits the level design rhythm if that makes sense? It's really neat
Great list! It's weird how some Sonic Team saved most of the better stages (and the themes that accompany them) all for the final island. My favourite track has to be 2-4: Hype Street because I'm a sucker for anything that even slightly resembles the Rush ost haha
3-3: Memory Will Tell and 4-9: Signs are my favorites. The former has a weirdly melancholy tone to it that goes great with the visuals of the level, while the latter is just the biggest bop in the game (that also goes really well with the skateboarding).
The Cyberspace music keeps giving me Rocket League feels every time I listen to it, and I’m all here for that! While there are a few I don’t necessarily love, I do love the musical approach to all of the songs. Props to the Sound Team for these tracks.
No one talks about 4-8, No Pain, No Gain, but it's a top 3 Cyberspace song for me. Just really enjoy the vibe of the song, and it's one of very few songs for me in general where I can just get into the beat and vibe
The cyberspace tracks in Frontiers really reminded me of the music in the Pac-Man Championship Edition games. They both rock that synth, almost rave party-esque energy that I can't get enough.
3-6 Enjoy This World is an unexpected favorite of mine, with it being on one of the hardest stages in the game for me. Although I think my actual favorite is number 2 on this list.
I may have mentioned this on a different video, but I’ve got a special love affair with 1-6 Go Back 2 Your Roots. The chord progression is so catchy, and the use of the chiptuney synth leads to go with the classic Green Hill level caught my ear the very first time I heard it. There’s also a slap bass section, which makes everything better (and feels very iconic to Sonic). But the buildup is my favorite part-I love the way it changes it up, weaving back and forth between different instrumental combinations, and adds something new every time the progression loops until at the end the drop hits and you’re just flying. On my first playthrough, 1-6 was probably one of the toughest levels to S-rank (I’d give it third place for how long it took me to nail, behind 1-2 and 3-6), but having that track going the whole time made it feel so much better. I gotta agree with the other commenter who said that making the song just keep going instead of restarting when you die or reset was a genius decision on Sonic Team’s part. It made trying for the S-ranks a much less painful experience.
Oooo, wasn't expecting to see this video, pleasantly surprised, my absolute favorite is 3-3 Memory Will Tell, I was so excited to see some Trance in 2023, and it's a phenomenal track that I play on loop, I'm surprised not many people talk about this one. A great song for a great stage!
For me, my favorite is 4-1 "Exceed Mach" I was honestly not expecting to hear Dubstep in a sonic game, but weirder things have happened in this world. Also you have borderline convinced me to get the game for myself! It looks so fun! :D
looks like we share a favorite! 2-6 has been my favorite pretty much since I first played the game, though I did develop just as strong of a love for 4-4 in the months following. The two now both share a top spot in my favorites :D
I REALLY loved the cyber space songs. They all felt like several different takes of a trippy reality twisted cyber world. No matter which track you listen to, it fits the vibe PERFECTLY. In the next sonic game, I really hope they focus on more instrument focused songs. As much as I e come around to the synth styled sonic music nowadays, I still really miss when more instrument heavy songs were primary. Whether it’s sonic unleashed’s orchestra or sonic adventure-heroes’ rock, I just miss it. Here’s to hoping for it!
i have a lot of cyberspace music on my running playlist and i always felt the same about transparent highway, how it has a lot of those feelings of determination, severity and hardship. and i felt that especially when i'm on a hard run and that song would start playing. it's a really excellent track
I am such a big fan of Exceed Mach. It sounds like the definition of early 2000 UA-cam gaming intros and I eat it right up. That said I love all the cyber space tracks. I hope more people talk about all the music in this game. I’d love to see a deep dive into all the various tracks including the titan songs and open zone songs.
Transparent Highway is my favorite track for going fast. On my way back from my side job, i get to roll down the mountain on my bike. Always got one ear blasting transparent highway while the wind whips my face.
A little word about 4-5, the soft synth melody is actually that of Justice - Park Avenue from Sonic Forces. It’s always been one of my favorite tracks because of that. ♥️
Great vid! I would love to see your thoughts on some of the "overworld" island music, though a "Top 10" list might not be fit for it since there's a lot of repeating motifs/sections throughout the movements. I think the island themes do a great job at capturing the atmosphere of the Starfall Islands as well as setting a good tone for the story. but yea cyberspace slaps HARD in general, some of my favs that didnt make the video are Bmb, Go Slap and Floating in the Blue (3-5, 3-2 and 2-7 respectively). Fog Funk is also a personal favorite.
personally i really love the vibe from "Digital Cave" and "Hype Street", both give me a "Sonic 06 OST" vibes if the focused more on ambient synths and DnB percs like all of the "end of the world" but a little more hopeful
I don't know how you always manage to describe a song so accurately, managing to show exactly how the song feels into words, words that I'd never think to use, yet it works so well. I always love listening to how you describe music because of it.
Great video, not only for your eloquent descriptions of the mood these tracks create - something very important in VGM - but also the amount of time you spend just... playing the songs in question. I am often surprised by how many music related videos will only play 5-10 seconds of a tune before delving back into the discussion, which is just incredibly frustrating. Kudos!
Was expecting a music list about Cyberspace from you sooner or later. Glad to see it! My list would probably go: >10: 4-4 Wishes in the Wind / A very hazy kind of track, it really does sound like the Wind is blowing through this stage. Love the atmosphere it gives off and it weirdly reminds me of some of those classic Wii and WiiU menu themes. Pretty nostalgic. >9: 4-9 Signs / Gives a pretty good Hardcore Trance energy. Fitting for a final level. Probably has the longest build up of all the tracks, but it really pays off. Track explains itself really. (Also fits with the constant downhill slope level design in a way) >8: 4-2 Ephemeral / The last third of the track where it lowers its key makes it for me definitely. Such a unique piece. Not much to say otherwise really. I can see why it's a fan favourite. >7: 3-3 Memory will tell / Another great Trance track, slightly edging out 4-9. I adore the middle part with the piano so much. That section really gives the entire song its flavor I think. I'm really glad they chose the sunset setting for this as the aesthetic really blends in perfectly with the atmosphere of the music. >6: 4-6 Fog Funk / Before I even heard it, I already witnessed constant praise about it, being the Naganuma song of the game. When I finally heard it I was very surprised actually. While I think there's some resemblance, I think the track aims for a way darker atmosphere than your average Funky Uncle theme. But it still bangs. Especially love the later parts where it finds new ways to innovate itself while staying true to its main funky progression. >5: 2-7 Floating in the Blue / By far the most relaxing theme in all of Cyberspace. It's almost weird in a way, but sticking out so much works to its benefit for sure. As if you found a location in Cyberspace that reminds you of only the good memories. Like 4-4 it also sounds very nostalgic to me. But while that one was more gritty, this one is cheerful. >4: 4-3 Rumble Rave / Damn this track is crazy! Easily the track that sounds most like a Special Stage theme, and definitely would've been pulled for a CD level aesthetic if they decided to include one for Cyberspace. Honestly, this is just one of those 'gives no fucks' dance themes you just love going full maniac mode for. I don't even know what genre this properly falls under. Of course the last third is its main highlight where the heavy electric piano drops. >3: 3-2 Go Slap / Man this song is just cheating. Sonic is having a little too much fun in these levels I feel like at that point. Very upbeat and fast paced with slight hints of Future Bass I feel like. Don't think there's been a track that cheered me up this much since Frozen Factory Zone 1. I don't even like the level its in, but it made me waste time on purpose to enjoy it longer. A bummer it's one of the shortest themes. ((Also sits now awkwardly in-between the streak of tracks composed by Rintaro Soma.. Damn you.. How dare you slap so hard, Go Slap..)) >2: 3-4 Constructure / Personally think this is the most menacing track there is. Despite having very rhythmic drums, it gives off this extremely uneasy feeling of being hunted. As if Sonic's on the edge of escaping the final stages of cyber corruption. (It does fit being in the third world honestly) The rails also weirdly fit as you're never on save solid ground, with death looming under you every second. The instruments are also very dirty, kinda like 4-6, only adding to its unstable corruptive nature. And as tradition at this point, the last third of this track where it literally shifts gears and goes into a much faster paced groove ABSOLUTELY KILLS IT! I love this part so much. This is what I expected something like Cyberspace would sound like honestly. Rintaro Soma just got these tracks right I'm telling ya. >1: 1-4 Genshi / This was my favourite from the very beginning and it really hasn't changed since. A very classic Drum 'n Bass rhythm, filled with jungle echo noises that feel like they swirl in and out of reality while you run past them. This stage being entirely in 3D is a perfect fit as it feels and sounds like a never ending hallway that has endlessly opened widely to each side. I could listen to this track for hours and wouldn't get bored. But that's kind of the nature with atmospheric Drum 'n Bass tracks. One of my new all time favourites in the series. And again praising the legend here, but Rintaro Soma absolutely nailed these themes with its theming the most in my opinion. Almost all his tracks are in my list. I'm really looking forward to what he has in store for future games! Well, there ya go. if anyone cares. (Also I'm not perfect at explaining music so there could be small mistakes, but I still wanted to be fancy with them)
There was a period in my life where my music tastes were almost exclusively either hard rock or 15 minute long basically-whale-sound progressive house, so this game was like a flashback nostalgia trip for me in terms of my listening habits. Also, I must say, a lot of that gameplay footage was synced so well with the music. Props to you and the artists!
Wishes in the Wind and Deja Vu are some of my favourites. I'm no musician and can't really describe what it is about them in the best of terms, but I love how they're both so chill yet still feel appropriately "Sonic".
I really like the way you structured this one. It's basically perfect as a podcast but it's fun to watch too. I appreciate you giving us some time to hear the music in between your thoughts!
I noticed a difference with other bloggers and you in that you hit the description of feelings from music so accurately that even what was not transformed into a thought from a feeling becomes understandable and explainable. Good job! 🔥
To me the EDM genre doesn't really fit Sonic normally, but in Cyberspace it fits like a glove. On another note, the way you described bits of these songs has inspired me to take on a new project. First I'm gonna make a thing I just thought of called "word-dump poetry" where I listen to the song once and just dump all the words into my head onto the page, with another listen I'll refine the poem and the third will solidify it all. I'm gonna do this for all the songs. The second part of the project is where I make short stories inspired by the word-dump poems from above, factoring in elements of Frontier's story and make an entire parallel story chronicling Sonic's thoughts as he goes through Cyberspace, with each stage being it's own chapter. It's gonna be huge and I've got no idea if I'll be able to do it all, but I'm gonna save this video somewhere and try to complete as much as I can whilst editing/updating this comment in the process.
Personally, 4-9 is my favorite track. It feels like it’s telling you this level is the end with the music. It feels like the song builds and builds and builds but instead of a giant climax, it turns into a echo of sadness almost calling out for you. Then that builds back into pure EDM.
Sorry for the late comment but let me just say that your description of the songs is absolutely incredible. It makes me look Cyber Space at a different point of view where you think you’re at a familiar place full of joy and nostalgia but in reality it’s an endless prison with no escape.
I’m SO happy you picked 2-6 as your top cyber space song! I’ll be honest, it didn’t quite click with me at first when I played the level for the first time, but after taking the time to listen to it again, I realized that it was just incredible. Amazing video as always!
I Love Sonic Frontiers as it might be Me Favorite Game in the Franchise and I Love the Cyberspace Stages as Each has a Unique Factor and I Might Play Them Again in Arcade Mode, I Love the Vibe of 1-5,1-4,2-1,and 2-2,but my Personal Favorites are 4-2,1-2,2-7,and the Best One of Them All 2-6.
Wow, once again, I am so glad I found this channel. I've been wanting to revisit my favorite cyber space songs for a while now, but the way they all kind of blur together has made it difficult. This video helped exponentially and has given me a new appreciation for some of the tracks, too. The way they were described is amazing. Breaking down the most interesting parts and then connecting them to the game lore itself was fantasticly done. I adore how it was mentioned several times that cyber space is a dream-like experience full of hope, melancholy, nostalgia, and unease. It gets my little writer's brain going it's so inspiring. Couple the great descriptors together with the narration style and * *chef's kiss* * Such a well-made video, thank you!
Definitely had a similar experience with 1-4 Genshi. I didn't find it all that remarkable the first couple of times I listened to it, but it really grew on me. It gets really chaotic in the middle part, without a clear melody, but it somehow works really well. 2-6 Transparent Highway is my favourite Cyber Space track. I love how it manages to sound melancholic yet hopeful, as well as how it builds up to its loud, powerful melody. I'm looking forward to seeing if the 3 new composers for Cyber Space work on a sonic soundtrack again, and what sort of stuff they will potentially compose in the future, because in my opinion they all knocked it out of the park in Frontiers.
Love 4-9 Signs. I know that the Cyberspace levels are kind of tangential to the overall plot of the game, but that track just fits as a determined, defiant final rush against an overwhelming foe.
just wanna say man that i found you when you uploaded your frontiers review and i fucking love your content. i have literally never felt pushed to comment this for a youtuber before
The seriousness and awesomeness this dude talks about the hedgehog with is amazing. Should be reading disclaimers and trigger warnings at the start of true crime podcasts and is here giving us gold on the blue blur.
Some of these sound like songs you might hear in Geometry Dash, and that's something that makes me really happy because I loved playing that game when I was younger. Dropaholic especially has that energy to me for some reason.
This is a beautiful video. Honestly love that you not only made a pretty based top 10 (Fog Funk is my personal favorite but, most of you picks I agree with..I forgot how good Genshi is...) but, you elaborated eloquently on the emotionality of each track. Bravo Would love to see a 2nd one of these. Maybe for open world tracks, maybe for Cyberspace special mentions (?). Great vid
My personal fav is wishes in the wind. Something about it is just so hypnotizing. I think it's best for Sonic to experiment with other music genres but don't leave out electric guitar. I believe adding that will give Sonic his signature style while also trying new things.
Whilst not my favorite genre of music, I can still appreciate it for what it is. I do personally hope for a return to the more rock focus of the adventure games in the future
On my first playthrough, 2-6 is the first level in Cyberspace I completed blind and immediately decided to S-rank because the music made THAT strong of an impression on me. It's like they put the entire feeling of how it feels to be in a "flow" state, which really fits the gameplay of speedrunning the level and resetting it a lot.
I loved a lot of cyberspace tracks (to be honest, more than the end boss titan fight songs). I liked 4-8 no pain no gain in particular, but unfortunately that was the shortest cyberspace level so you have to go elsewhere to hear the whole thing (or afk inside)
You have no idea how grateful I am that they just keep the song looping instead of just starting it again when you reset the level.
THIS. This elevates the experience repeating the level to get that sweet sweet perfect run.
Ngl,2-2 feels like a wagan midnight ost
Is that a new thing? I've only played it through once but I distinctly remember the song resetting when I'd reset the level
@@keebeenacho2287it's only when you restart from the pause menu in the middle of the stage. If you finish the stage and restart or exit the stage and restart, the song starts over
i agree with you so much.
The lyric”None of this fake,it’s all reality!” Sounds like the end is trying to brainwash you into thinking that where you are isn’t fake and to trap you into staying there forever as the lyrics and beat gets louder and louder like it’s really clouding your brain to an unhealthy degree
Given that it plays in 3-7, before Rhea Island, it makes a lot of sense. The end is subtly lulling Sonic into accepting his fate as he struggles to free his friends.
Always enjoy seeing people love Fog Funk. Its Sonic Rush like vibes are fantastic.
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As soon as I heard it, it felt like back when I was listening to the Sonic Rush soundtrack for the first time.
Rintaro Soma's tracks are always the best.
He also made "Solips" which was a famous rhythm game song, he really nails that japanese electronic music style similar to Camellia
Reminds me of the level before you fight Eggman. I forget level name but it’s his space station.
Right? The first time I heard it I thought it was “What U Need” Remix
*drops everything and clicks
Literally I was manifesting him to make this video yesterday, I'm a genius and he is a great content creator
Good job! Your the first comment
*Dropaholic*
same dude
Exactly
I really like 4-4 personally, i think it catches perfectly that backrooms vibe that the city theme reprensents. It's soothing and calm but there's this uneasiness that makes you wanna leave this place, because if you were to stay, you might just get lost in these memories... forever.
It might not be the catchyest cyberspace song, but it actually gave me chills when i first went through the level, and i feel like it's the one that fits the cyberspace theme the best.
Wishes in the Wind? I agree. That’s a great track.
I'm assuming that masterpiece didn't make the list
Easily in my top 3. Such a chill and emotional track, and in one of my favorite levels to boot!
Easily one of the most underrated tracks
4-4 not on here is a CRIME
9:02 this perfect homing cancel sync up with the music is everything omg
2-6 was my absolute favorite as well
That main lead is so powerful yet so beautiful
The first time I played 2-6 and that drop hit I was instantly 10 years old again playing sonic generations with my dad cause he had rented it for me from blockbuster and then when the melody kicked in again boyyy I almost cried
If a song/beat can bring you back to a happy point in your life the producer/musician did a damn good job
Exactly! I have no clue why, but anytime I listen to this song loud enough, I always get emotional, and i have no idea why
@@zphoenix9693fr, the song does not get old, you could listen to it on repeat all day and it’d still hit as hard as the first time
So you’re 11 or 12
@@KingOfMichaelopolis-rg7mi Buddy.
Not only that, 2-6 level happens to be Sky Rail from Sonic Adventure 2 if you look at the layout.
4-4 Wishes in the Wind has slowly become my favorite track. I just love how it picks up midway through it's just great
Rintaro Soma's tracks are always the best.
He also made "Solips" which was a famous rhythm game song, he really nails that japanese electronic music style similar to Camellia
The hushed lyrics in some of the songs give me some Supporting Me vibes. I love it.
Ooo yeah, you're right, this is especially notable in Enjoy this World
4-6 is super underrated, enjoy this world and deja vu are also bangers.
One of my favorite themes is 3-2, Go Slap. It begins with a jungle-like beat that reminds me of the cheery nature of Savannah Citadel before it commits to a fast, energetic theme that gets you running. One of my favorite Cyberspace stages by far! Loved this video.
Same here. Go Slap didn't catch me as much when I played the game but as I listened to the soundtrack, it immediately grabbed me. One of the best tracks in the game imo.
You could say it... went and slapped.
Same. I got good really good at that level because I loved the music enough to practice it until absolute mastery.
2-6 is what got me to stop and listen on repeat, then 3-1 Escape the Loop damn near made me cry
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I like all the Cyber Space tracks, but some of my favorites are definitely from Rintaro Soma. Genshi (1-4), Floating in the Blue (2-7), Constructure (3-4), BMB (3-5), Rumble Rave (4-3), Wishes in the Wind (4-4), and Fog Funk (4-6) are all excellent bops, with Wishes in the Wind being my favorite Cyber Space track and level in the game.
Exactly! Rintaro Soma's tracks are always the best.
He also made "Solips" which was a famous rhythm game song, he really nails that electronic music style in a similar way to Camellia, especially from the "Heart of android" album.
I've tried to find some information about him and his other music but I could only find Solips, he really has a style that reasonates with my soul.
Agree
Fog Funk's beginning really reminds me of Sonic Rush's "What U Need" and Heavenly Sky reminds me of Arsenal Pyramid when inside the Base
One of its sections reminds me of Metal City from Riders
@@SlashCraftJackthanks you!!! Why all these casuals missing that
There are little to non UA-cam channels as amazing as this. Something about the editing, the presentation, and the delivery make this a hella amazing video, just like the rest of the channel. Thanks for another upload!
my favorite has to be 3-6 enjoy this world. its just raw bubbly unashamed and unbridled happiness. really reminds me what it feels like to love this series.
i also have a big love for the music outside of cyberspace. my jaw was on the floor when i got to the last 2 islands and the music just kept topping itself with melancholic splendor. some of the guardian tracks absolutely bang too. Spider and Ghost being the obvious stand outs both of those tracks comepletely took my breath away. it fills these bosses with such unstoppable excitement and ties the whole combat experience together.
I know, especially in one of the longest and (in my opinion, so far) best cyberspace stages in the game, you really get the chance to grow and appreciate it since you'll be there for much longer than the typical Cyberspace stage.
I love Enjoy this World because it remids me of Fall Guys.
I also love Enjoy This World
@@stephenolsantos2981 The door is over here 😐 👉 🚪
@@NSHSGamingOfficial AM I WRONG THO?
my fav is probably Dropaholic. it kinda feels like Kanon Oguni (the composer) just having fun, even the name is pretty goofy. super over the top, and surprisingly complex, because of the 2nd variation before looping.
also, I just wanna say that your videos are some of my favorites on UA-cam right now. they feel real really down to Earth, but still well made and above all passionate. plus, the way you describe things is almost mesmerizing.
Dropaholic wasn't composed by Ohtani. It was by Kanon Oguni.
@@yinshon huh, didn't know that. cool!
it’s so hype
Absolutely criminal that you didn’t put 4-3: Rumble Rave in this list. Loved this btw
Same, this one is hands down my favorite.
Rintaro Soma's tracks are always the best.
He also made "Solips" which was a famous rhythm game song, he really nails that japanese electronic music style similar to Camellia
Stop spamming one cares about that we’re talking about frontiers so shut up
No one cares
@@KingOfMichaelopolis-rg7mikys🥹
Sonic Frontiers's music managed to fit perfectly into my style. As a music nerd, who loves 90's dance music this is one of my favourite music albums in history, which is not something I can say about most other soundtracks. I hope they keep going in this direction in the future
Aww, that's awesome! ^^ I really like several of the tracks, too, even though I haven't heard them all yet! I'm still on the third island XD
As a 90’s electronic nerd as well, it gave me lots of Aphex Twin, u-ziq and Squarepushers works. It was simply fire for my ears the whole time
Bickuribox has this verbose analysis of Arrow of Time, and I'm just going "hehe Park Avenue brr"
One of my favorite songs is 3-7 and how it is a reference back to 1-1 but is still able to sound new while continuing the story that 1-1 started. If this was the last cyberspace stage music-wise, I think it would be an excellent conclusion to Sonic's Cyber Adventures.
Edit: It used to say "My favorite song is 3-7" but once I heard 2-6, I realized that I love others too lol.
Finally seeing appreciation for 2-1 and 3-7 those tracks are so good
2:40 You should’ve given a PTSD warning for the footage. I’m pretty sure everyone here has missed the 55 second mark by a distance on par with that at least once for 1-2.
i love how you describe music so much. theres some elements of songs that i might usually brush over that you word to sound like the most poetic thing ever lmao
This channel has some of the most eloquently put takes on Sonic I've ever heard
My favorites are all of the Kanon Oguni tracks, those being 1-5 Dropaholic, 2-6 Transparent Highway, and 4-1 Exceed Mach. I live for built up drops and that seems to be Oguni's specialty based on those three.
Before the soundtrack was officially released I kept listening to those 3 songs on youtube over and over. I then found out that those just so happened to all be the tracks that Kanon Oguni composed. He seems to like to like to have his songs introduce an idea and build on it, as all of them play a similar but noticeably different sound the "second" time through.
great video! my favs are probably Memory Will Tell, BMB, Transparent Highway, Wishes in the Wind, Ephemeral, Flowing, Fog Funk and Time Flyer
those ones specifically really stuck with me
also i kind of like that although the Cyberspace music doesn't scream Green Hill, Sky Sanctuary or any of that, it weirdly fits the level design rhythm if that makes sense? It's really neat
0:41 Cyber-Space 1-2 Flowing
2:49 Cyber-Space 2-3 Nostalgic Sweep
4:53 Cyber-Space 2-2 Heavenly Sky
7:04 Cyber-Space 1-4 Genshi (I Personally Prefer 4-A)
8:52 Cyber-Space 2-1 Slice And Sway
10:45 Cyber-Space 4-5 Arrow Of Time (I Personally Prefer 4-C)
Great list! It's weird how some Sonic Team saved most of the better stages (and the themes that accompany them) all for the final island. My favourite track has to be 2-4: Hype Street because I'm a sucker for anything that even slightly resembles the Rush ost haha
3-3: Memory Will Tell and 4-9: Signs are my favorites. The former has a weirdly melancholy tone to it that goes great with the visuals of the level, while the latter is just the biggest bop in the game (that also goes really well with the skateboarding).
I love these frontiers ranking vids. Stay awesome man!
You look like you would.
@@henryapplebottom7231 lol true
Personally my favorites are "Enjoy this World" and "Floating in the Blue" they just capture a vibe that I love, and I cannot express why that is.
Ephemeral is easily my favorite song in the game, i cant even explain it, its just perfect to me.
Same. It gives me a futuristic vibe
3-6 Enjoy This World and 1-6 Go Back 2 Your Roots are my favorites. They immediately caught my attention and I love listening to them.
The Cyberspace music keeps giving me Rocket League feels every time I listen to it, and I’m all here for that! While there are a few I don’t necessarily love, I do love the musical approach to all of the songs. Props to the Sound Team for these tracks.
No one talks about 4-8, No Pain, No Gain, but it's a top 3 Cyberspace song for me. Just really enjoy the vibe of the song, and it's one of very few songs for me in general where I can just get into the beat and vibe
I actually agree with this
The cyberspace tracks in Frontiers really reminded me of the music in the Pac-Man Championship Edition games. They both rock that synth, almost rave party-esque energy that I can't get enough.
3-6 Enjoy This World is an unexpected favorite of mine, with it being on one of the hardest stages in the game for me. Although I think my actual favorite is number 2 on this list.
It's my favorite. Especially when the vocals kick in.
I may have mentioned this on a different video, but I’ve got a special love affair with 1-6 Go Back 2 Your Roots. The chord progression is so catchy, and the use of the chiptuney synth leads to go with the classic Green Hill level caught my ear the very first time I heard it. There’s also a slap bass section, which makes everything better (and feels very iconic to Sonic). But the buildup is my favorite part-I love the way it changes it up, weaving back and forth between different instrumental combinations, and adds something new every time the progression loops until at the end the drop hits and you’re just flying.
On my first playthrough, 1-6 was probably one of the toughest levels to S-rank (I’d give it third place for how long it took me to nail, behind 1-2 and 3-6), but having that track going the whole time made it feel so much better. I gotta agree with the other commenter who said that making the song just keep going instead of restarting when you die or reset was a genius decision on Sonic Team’s part. It made trying for the S-ranks a much less painful experience.
I can’t tell you how happy I am to find this comment, Go Back 2 Your roots went so hard
Oooo, wasn't expecting to see this video, pleasantly surprised, my absolute favorite is 3-3 Memory Will Tell, I was so excited to see some Trance in 2023, and it's a phenomenal track that I play on loop, I'm surprised not many people talk about this one. A great song for a great stage!
Memory Will Tell is my #1 fav without a doubt
Surprised to see that 3-6 didn't make the cut. It's most definitely my favorite
For me, my favorite is 4-1 "Exceed Mach"
I was honestly not expecting to hear Dubstep in a sonic game, but weirder things have happened in this world.
Also you have borderline convinced me to get the game for myself! It looks so fun! :D
looks like we share a favorite!
2-6 has been my favorite pretty much since I first played the game, though I did develop just as strong of a love for 4-4 in the months following. The two now both share a top spot in my favorites :D
YES! We have the same favorite track! These cyberspace tracks are amazing for blasting in your car and highway driving.
I REALLY loved the cyber space songs. They all felt like several different takes of a trippy reality twisted cyber world. No matter which track you listen to, it fits the vibe PERFECTLY.
In the next sonic game, I really hope they focus on more instrument focused songs. As much as I e come around to the synth styled sonic music nowadays, I still really miss when more instrument heavy songs were primary. Whether it’s sonic unleashed’s orchestra or sonic adventure-heroes’ rock, I just miss it. Here’s to hoping for it!
i have a lot of cyberspace music on my running playlist and i always felt the same about transparent highway, how it has a lot of those feelings of determination, severity and hardship. and i felt that especially when i'm on a hard run and that song would start playing. it's a really excellent track
I am such a big fan of Exceed Mach. It sounds like the definition of early 2000 UA-cam gaming intros and I eat it right up.
That said I love all the cyber space tracks. I hope more people talk about all the music in this game. I’d love to see a deep dive into all the various tracks including the titan songs and open zone songs.
I’m also a huge fan of Exceed Mach
Exceed mach sounds like a minecraft letsplay song, and that isn't a bad thing
Transparent Highway is my favorite track for going fast.
On my way back from my side job, i get to roll down the mountain on my bike.
Always got one ear blasting transparent highway while the wind whips my face.
2-1 and 4-2 are hands down my favorite. I love melodic drum and bass. Its just eargasmic. Imagine me hearing them for the first time
People who say this OST is mediocre confuse me because Sega just dropped a really good jungle/dnb/house mix into their 3d Sonic game. It's wonderful
*Song plays:* _This song is mid as fuck!_
*Bikuribox explains why he likes it:* _Ayo, this shit is flames!!!_
A little word about 4-5, the soft synth melody is actually that of Justice - Park Avenue from Sonic Forces. It’s always been one of my favorite tracks because of that. ♥️
Great vid! I would love to see your thoughts on some of the "overworld" island music, though a "Top 10" list might not be fit for it since there's a lot of repeating motifs/sections throughout the movements. I think the island themes do a great job at capturing the atmosphere of the Starfall Islands as well as setting a good tone for the story.
but yea cyberspace slaps HARD in general, some of my favs that didnt make the video are Bmb, Go Slap and Floating in the Blue (3-5, 3-2 and 2-7 respectively). Fog Funk is also a personal favorite.
personally i really love the vibe from "Digital Cave" and "Hype Street", both give me a "Sonic 06 OST" vibes if the focused more on ambient synths and DnB percs like all of the "end of the world" but a little more hopeful
I don't know how you always manage to describe a song so accurately, managing to show exactly how the song feels into words, words that I'd never think to use, yet it works so well. I always love listening to how you describe music because of it.
Great video, not only for your eloquent descriptions of the mood these tracks create - something very important in VGM - but also the amount of time you spend just... playing the songs in question. I am often surprised by how many music related videos will only play 5-10 seconds of a tune before delving back into the discussion, which is just incredibly frustrating. Kudos!
Was expecting a music list about Cyberspace from you sooner or later. Glad to see it!
My list would probably go:
>10: 4-4 Wishes in the Wind / A very hazy kind of track, it really does sound like the Wind is blowing through this stage. Love the atmosphere it gives off and it weirdly reminds me of some of those classic Wii and WiiU menu themes. Pretty nostalgic.
>9: 4-9 Signs / Gives a pretty good Hardcore Trance energy. Fitting for a final level. Probably has the longest build up of all the tracks, but it really pays off. Track explains itself really. (Also fits with the constant downhill slope level design in a way)
>8: 4-2 Ephemeral / The last third of the track where it lowers its key makes it for me definitely. Such a unique piece. Not much to say otherwise really. I can see why it's a fan favourite.
>7: 3-3 Memory will tell / Another great Trance track, slightly edging out 4-9. I adore the middle part with the piano so much. That section really gives the entire song its flavor I think. I'm really glad they chose the sunset setting for this as the aesthetic really blends in perfectly with the atmosphere of the music.
>6: 4-6 Fog Funk / Before I even heard it, I already witnessed constant praise about it, being the Naganuma song of the game. When I finally heard it I was very surprised actually. While I think there's some resemblance, I think the track aims for a way darker atmosphere than your average Funky Uncle theme. But it still bangs. Especially love the later parts where it finds new ways to innovate itself while staying true to its main funky progression.
>5: 2-7 Floating in the Blue / By far the most relaxing theme in all of Cyberspace. It's almost weird in a way, but sticking out so much works to its benefit for sure. As if you found a location in Cyberspace that reminds you of only the good memories. Like 4-4 it also sounds very nostalgic to me. But while that one was more gritty, this one is cheerful.
>4: 4-3 Rumble Rave / Damn this track is crazy! Easily the track that sounds most like a Special Stage theme, and definitely would've been pulled for a CD level aesthetic if they decided to include one for Cyberspace. Honestly, this is just one of those 'gives no fucks' dance themes you just love going full maniac mode for. I don't even know what genre this properly falls under. Of course the last third is its main highlight where the heavy electric piano drops.
>3: 3-2 Go Slap / Man this song is just cheating. Sonic is having a little too much fun in these levels I feel like at that point. Very upbeat and fast paced with slight hints of Future Bass I feel like. Don't think there's been a track that cheered me up this much since Frozen Factory Zone 1. I don't even like the level its in, but it made me waste time on purpose to enjoy it longer. A bummer it's one of the shortest themes. ((Also sits now awkwardly in-between the streak of tracks composed by Rintaro Soma.. Damn you.. How dare you slap so hard, Go Slap..))
>2: 3-4 Constructure / Personally think this is the most menacing track there is. Despite having very rhythmic drums, it gives off this extremely uneasy feeling of being hunted. As if Sonic's on the edge of escaping the final stages of cyber corruption. (It does fit being in the third world honestly) The rails also weirdly fit as you're never on save solid ground, with death looming under you every second. The instruments are also very dirty, kinda like 4-6, only adding to its unstable corruptive nature. And as tradition at this point, the last third of this track where it literally shifts gears and goes into a much faster paced groove ABSOLUTELY KILLS IT! I love this part so much. This is what I expected something like Cyberspace would sound like honestly. Rintaro Soma just got these tracks right I'm telling ya.
>1: 1-4 Genshi / This was my favourite from the very beginning and it really hasn't changed since. A very classic Drum 'n Bass rhythm, filled with jungle echo noises that feel like they swirl in and out of reality while you run past them. This stage being entirely in 3D is a perfect fit as it feels and sounds like a never ending hallway that has endlessly opened widely to each side. I could listen to this track for hours and wouldn't get bored. But that's kind of the nature with atmospheric Drum 'n Bass tracks. One of my new all time favourites in the series. And again praising the legend here, but Rintaro Soma absolutely nailed these themes with its theming the most in my opinion. Almost all his tracks are in my list. I'm really looking forward to what he has in store for future games!
Well, there ya go. if anyone cares. (Also I'm not perfect at explaining music so there could be small mistakes, but I still wanted to be fancy with them)
3-1: Escape the Loop goes so hard though, actually my favourite
Great video man, for me 2-4 is definitely one of my favorites. The drum beat goes so hard on that one.
Wow! Feels great to be this early! Definitely a great time to listen to some Sonic Frontiers tracks before replaying it once again 🌟
4-1 Exceed Mach scratched that dubstep itch I had for years since I stopped bothering with the newer ones eventually. The bass drop is just so good.
Bro, I love your beautiful in depth descriptions of these songs and their purposes. You paint a GREAT picture in my head every time.
There was a period in my life where my music tastes were almost exclusively either hard rock or 15 minute long basically-whale-sound progressive house, so this game was like a flashback nostalgia trip for me in terms of my listening habits.
Also, I must say, a lot of that gameplay footage was synced so well with the music. Props to you and the artists!
Wishes in the Wind and Deja Vu are some of my favourites. I'm no musician and can't really describe what it is about them in the best of terms, but I love how they're both so chill yet still feel appropriately "Sonic".
I really like the way you structured this one. It's basically perfect as a podcast but it's fun to watch too. I appreciate you giving us some time to hear the music in between your thoughts!
I noticed a difference with other bloggers and you in that you hit the description of feelings from music so accurately that even what was not transformed into a thought from a feeling becomes understandable and explainable. Good job! 🔥
To me the EDM genre doesn't really fit Sonic normally, but in Cyberspace it fits like a glove.
On another note, the way you described bits of these songs has inspired me to take on a new project. First I'm gonna make a thing I just thought of called "word-dump poetry" where I listen to the song once and just dump all the words into my head onto the page, with another listen I'll refine the poem and the third will solidify it all. I'm gonna do this for all the songs.
The second part of the project is where I make short stories inspired by the word-dump poems from above, factoring in elements of Frontier's story and make an entire parallel story chronicling Sonic's thoughts as he goes through Cyberspace, with each stage being it's own chapter.
It's gonna be huge and I've got no idea if I'll be able to do it all, but I'm gonna save this video somewhere and try to complete as much as I can whilst editing/updating this comment in the process.
Personally, 4-9 is my favorite track.
It feels like it’s telling you this level is the end with the music. It feels like the song builds and builds and builds but instead of a giant climax, it turns into a echo of sadness almost calling out for you. Then that builds back into pure EDM.
Your intro and description to every song is honestly the best part of this, you describe how I feel about every song perfectly!
3-2 Go Slap is so damn underrated
Sorry for the late comment but let me just say that your description of the songs is absolutely incredible. It makes me look Cyber Space at a different point of view where you think you’re at a familiar place full of joy and nostalgia but in reality it’s an endless prison with no escape.
I really love 4-1, Exceed Mach, it's literally fuckin dubstep and I'm all for it. WE NEED MORE DUBSTEP IN VIDEOGAMES
We all love these top 10 themes videos
I’m SO happy you picked 2-6 as your top cyber space song! I’ll be honest, it didn’t quite click with me at first when I played the level for the first time, but after taking the time to listen to it again, I realized that it was just incredible. Amazing video as always!
Waiting for your review on p-06 silver release dude! :D
I feel like 2-1 Slice & Sway its my definitive favourite, the piano just hits so hard
Sonic Frontiers Cyberspace has the best musics so far!!!
4-5 Arrow of Time it one of my favorites, is such a relaxing and beautiful track that has helped me a lot when stressed lately
Based. I'm an Arrow Of Time Chad too, that track ALWAYS puts a smile on my face.
I love hearing what you see in all these tracks. it all fits so well and makes me appreciate them all more.
I Love Sonic Frontiers as it might be Me Favorite Game in the Franchise and I Love the Cyberspace Stages as Each has a Unique Factor and I Might Play Them Again in Arcade Mode, I Love the Vibe of 1-5,1-4,2-1,and 2-2,but my Personal Favorites are 4-2,1-2,2-7,and the Best One of Them All 2-6.
Wow, once again, I am so glad I found this channel.
I've been wanting to revisit my favorite cyber space songs for a while now, but the way they all kind of blur together has made it difficult. This video helped exponentially and has given me a new appreciation for some of the tracks, too.
The way they were described is amazing. Breaking down the most interesting parts and then connecting them to the game lore itself was fantasticly done. I adore how it was mentioned several times that cyber space is a dream-like experience full of hope, melancholy, nostalgia, and unease. It gets my little writer's brain going it's so inspiring. Couple the great descriptors together with the narration style and * *chef's kiss* *
Such a well-made video, thank you!
Love this vid. Gives each ost support and none feel over the other.
3-6 enjoy this world is prolly my favorite, love the positive energy it just runs with
4:28 otami definitely made the rush vibes of fog funk intentional.
it's not ohtani, its a different composer named Rintaro Soma
Definitely had a similar experience with 1-4 Genshi. I didn't find it all that remarkable the first couple of times I listened to it, but it really grew on me. It gets really chaotic in the middle part, without a clear melody, but it somehow works really well.
2-6 Transparent Highway is my favourite Cyber Space track. I love how it manages to sound melancholic yet hopeful, as well as how it builds up to its loud, powerful melody.
I'm looking forward to seeing if the 3 new composers for Cyber Space work on a sonic soundtrack again, and what sort of stuff they will potentially compose in the future, because in my opinion they all knocked it out of the park in Frontiers.
Love 4-9 Signs. I know that the Cyberspace levels are kind of tangential to the overall plot of the game, but that track just fits as a determined, defiant final rush against an overwhelming foe.
just wanna say man that i found you when you uploaded your frontiers review and i fucking love your content. i have literally never felt pushed to comment this for a youtuber before
I agree with most of these Flowings just so good its my personal favorite
The seriousness and awesomeness this dude talks about the hedgehog with is amazing. Should be reading disclaimers and trigger warnings at the start of true crime podcasts and is here giving us gold on the blue blur.
Some of these sound like songs you might hear in Geometry Dash, and that's something that makes me really happy because I loved playing that game when I was younger. Dropaholic especially has that energy to me for some reason.
11:30 you can clear these smaller gaps by just air boosting when you walk off the edge. Bit faster, and I really like the way it feels.
These vids have succeeded in expanding my (albeit Sonic focused) playlists a bit more, so Ty for that! Keep it up!
This is a beautiful video. Honestly love that you not only made a pretty based top 10 (Fog Funk is my personal favorite but, most of you picks I agree with..I forgot how good Genshi is...) but, you elaborated eloquently on the emotionality of each track. Bravo
Would love to see a 2nd one of these. Maybe for open world tracks, maybe for Cyberspace special mentions (?).
Great vid
What's your favorite OST, anyway? If you haven't already I'd love to see a top 10 from whatever that is
The ABSOLUTE validation I feel rn knowing you ranked my top two as your top two. 2-6 & 3-7 go so unnecessarily hard it’s ridiculous.
My personal fav is wishes in the wind. Something about it is just so hypnotizing.
I think it's best for Sonic to experiment with other music genres but don't leave out electric guitar. I believe adding that will give Sonic his signature style while also trying new things.
Whilst not my favorite genre of music, I can still appreciate it for what it is. I do personally hope for a return to the more rock focus of the adventure games in the future
Well since it is a different composers like Ohtani went into diversity in music while Senoue captures rock at those time.
On my first playthrough, 2-6 is the first level in Cyberspace I completed blind and immediately decided to S-rank because the music made THAT strong of an impression on me.
It's like they put the entire feeling of how it feels to be in a "flow" state, which really fits the gameplay of speedrunning the level and resetting it a lot.
I loved a lot of cyberspace tracks (to be honest, more than the end boss titan fight songs).
I liked 4-8 no pain no gain in particular, but unfortunately that was the shortest cyberspace level so you have to go elsewhere to hear the whole thing (or afk inside)
Duuuude no waaay you forgot about No Pain No Gain. That song is PUNCHING, I almost rode my bike into traffic cuz it's so damn good.
Fr No Pain No Gain is fire!