Super Mario Galaxy 2

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  Nintendo Throws Us A One-Up: Super Mario Galaxy 2 Sound Team Interview

  August 5, 2010 | Jayson Napolitano | 7 Comments Share this Nintendo Throws Us A One-Up: Super Mario Galaxy 2 Sound Team Interview

  

  Yes, I know it took us awhile, but I’m really excited to let you all know that we have a follow-up to that Blast From The Past interview we published some time ago covering the original Super Mario Galaxy. We’ve been very fortunate to sneak some of Mahito Yokota, Koji Kondo, and Ryo Nagamatsu’s time away from their new projects to talk about their work on Super Mario Galaxy 2, which is surely one of the best soundtracks of the year.

  We discuss the influence of Yoshi on the game’s score, each composer’s respective contributions, the retooling of music from the original Super Mario Galaxy, and the return of “Gusty Garden” as an anthem for the series. We also talk about some of our favorite tracks from the game, including “Yoster” and “Square Timber.”

  Hit the jump for the interview! (more…)

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  Super Mario Galaxy 2: An Interactive Aural Experience (Game Review)

  June 13, 2010 | Jayson Napolitano | Comments Off on Super Mario Galaxy 2: An Interactive Aural Experience (Game Review) Share this Super Mario Galaxy 2: An Interactive Aural Experience (Game Review)

  

  I can’t believe the release of Super Mario Galaxy 2 has already come and gone. I’ve been looking forward to it for such a long time, as the first game was my favorite game on the Wii, and I had high hopes for what composers Mahito Yokota and Koji Kondo would cook up for this round.

  I’m one of those people who avoids all trailers, videos, screenshots, and general information when it comes to games I’m really excited about, so I had no idea what to expect from SMG2 aside from Yoshi making an appearance. I’ll say that I was pleasantly surprised by the game, the music, and the use of audio even though, for the most part, it was more of the same that Nintendo established with the first game.

  So, is Super Mario Galaxy 2 just a simple upgrade, or does it offer something entirely new that’s worth your attention? Find out in our review after the jump. (more…)

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  Mario Galaxy Orchestra Returns to CD Via Club Nintendo Japan

  May 27, 2010 | Jayson Napolitano | 4 Comments Share this Mario Galaxy Orchestra Returns to CD Via Club Nintendo Japan

  

  Yes, it’s going to happen, but was there ever really any doubt? We’ve spotted a listing for the Super Mario Galaxy 2 Original Soundtrack on VGMdb, which is supported by the recent addition of the soundtrack to the Club Nintendo Japan website. Whereas the first game’s soundtrack was only available to Platinum Members in Japan, however, the Super Mario Galaxy 2 soundtrack will be available to all Club Nintendo members for 500 points, or 300 points for those who’ve purchased Super Mario Galaxy 2. I can’t wait to get my hands on a copy!

  I’ve been playing through the game this week, and am liking what I’ve been hearing. I’ve yet to hear the arrangement of “Wind Garden” that I’m so much looking forward to, but I know it’s coming. Just as we suspected, there is a blend of orchestral and synth elements, just as with the first game. As to whether or not the two discs will be separated by orchestral and synth material is unknown, but it’s likely we’ll know soon as it’s available as of today in Japan.

  Are you surprised by the announcement of this album? Will you be importing it from Japan?

  [via VGMdb, translation by Chris Ling]

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  Super Mario Galaxy 2 With Full Orchestra Soundtrack Confirmed!

  February 28, 2010 | Audun Sorlie | 5 Comments Share this Super Mario Galaxy 2 With Full Orchestra Soundtrack Confirmed!

  Nintendo held their media summit conference, showing off the games we will be enjoying during the first half of 2010. We got official dates for Super Mario Galaxy 2 (May 23rd), Metroid: Other M (June 27th) and Monster Hunter Tri (April 20th), which will surely please many Nintendo fans in the months to come.

  Most interesting maybe though was the confirmation of Super Mario Galaxy 2 having a fully orchestrated soundtrack! I think most people already assumed this would be the case, but now, IGN finally confirms, along with the trailer for the game. Have fun, and don’t cry tears of happiness like I did when I first saw this. Be strong…!

  [GoNintendo Via IGN]

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