Ghost Of Tsushima (Music From The Video Game)

This item was purchased as a Christmas Present for my son. It’s wasn’t opened until Christmas Day so I was holding my breath to actually see what had come. I wasn’t disappointed at all. This is stunning the art work alone is out of this world. Even before you play the records I was well impressed. This made my son’s day. I would highly recommend this product. Thank you

I was recently gifted a Playstation 4 by my wife, probably because she was sick fed up of me moaning about Ghost of Tsushima's console exclusivity. I'm too old to be buying multiple consoles and prefer everything in one place. Anyway, I played that lovely gift to the point of completion. Not just the story but every trophy. It's a genuinely great game that I would highly recommend. With the many hours of playing the game, I really came to appreciate the music. This resulted in me pre-ordering the two disc official soundtrack. The one found here.Ghost Of Tsushima (Music From The Video Game) is quite literally what it says. It's a double CD soundtrack of music from the video game. The first disc features compositions from Ilan Eshkeri who has worked on films like Stardust and Johnny English. I haven't heard his work until now and I was impressed. His only other game score is for The Sims 4. The second disc features music from Shigeru Umebayashi. I have previously heard and enjoyed his work in films like Fearless, House of Flying Daggers and The Grandmaster. Both worked together on Hannibal Rising.The music written for Ghost Of Tsushima (Music From The Video Game) has wonderful range and variety. For the big sweeping scenes in game, you'll hear a lot of American style strings etc. The kind of thing you'll hear from other big games like Uncharted etc. These are often accompanied by some taiko drums and the odd Japanese instrument. This side of the score is on the first disc. It's a wonderful collection of music that sounds impressive cranked up in the speakers. The second disc features more a grounded, more Asian sound. This side of the score contains more Shakuhachi, Shamisen, Koto, Biwa, Flutes and even some Mongolian throat singing. I preferred this disc myself but the two compliment each other rather well.As an album, I was genuinely surprised at just how tuneful the music really is. The game lets you hear some nice bits of the score but not to the degree that the CDs obviously does. Each track is a lot more recognisable here than it is in game. The pacing is also really good. Quite impressive considering the variety between tracks. The way it mixes big bombastic orchestral music with Asian folk is very well done. It's a very easy two hours worth of music to listen to.For those interested, the two CDs come in a nice looking digipak. It contains a nice looking booklet with a word from both composers, all the details of who played what instrument and some nice looking art work. It's nothing amazing to look at but it's at least presented nicely.If you're just in from playing this game to death like I am, I highly recommend this CD. I also recommend it for those who enjoy scores for Asian themed filmed etc. It has been done very professionally and is considerably more enjoyable than the average soundtrack CD. It's very refreshing to listen to and sounds much better here than it does in game. In fact, I don't think the game did the scores justice at all.

very good soundtrack of great music to a fantastic game in the shape of GHOST OF TSUSHIMA. it very smooth and relaxing and i listening to it whilst i play the game instead of listening to music playlists from spottily

Really beautiful music which tells such a tragic story. A must for fans of the game. This needs to be on the soundtrack of the movie they will no doubt make.

The soundtrack is amazing, and the Vinyl box set looks fantastic, looks very high quality, and the vinyl audio sounds great.

Not for me

I don't know why sony chose to make the case out of paper instead of the normal clear plastic hard cases. Sure they got 2 more slides of art in but the case is made of paper and is fragile.They couldve achieved the same goals with a normal case and include the artwork as a separate manual.SO JUST BEWARE

I usually avoid soundtracks because a lot of them are cheap elevator music with little to no soul.Ghost of Tsushima soundtrack is the complete opposite. The flute takes center stage across this epic soundscape, so if you don't have something like it already in your collection, definitely give it a listen.

Fantastic music,I love it. Awesome.

This album arrived quickly and was packed well. Was received in great condition and the music is beautiful.

Sou da do jogo e sua trilha, ter esse item em mãos me fez muito feliz!

If you’re thinking about it … Do it. Great music and presentation. Especially, for those who love the game. You will not be disappointed. I saw a few comments about warped albums. None of mine were warped. Highly recommend.