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Shujinkou OST Available Now on Steam!
We are super excited to announce that the Shujinkou™ Original Soundtrack is now digitally available on Bandcamp, Steam, and the newly-opened Rice Games Web Store! The 158-track digital album is priced at $25 (with regional pricing planned appropriately).
Bandcamp: https://music.ricegames.net/album/shujinkou-original-soundtrack
Rice Games Web Store: https://ricegames.net/product/shujinkou-original-soundtrack-digital/
Experience the epic musical journey of Shujinkou with this monumental seven-disc soundtrack, featuring 158 tracks and nearly 7 hours of unforgettable music. This massive album spans over a dozen genres, including (but not limited to) classical, rock, metal, electronic, jazz, lounge and gypsy music. It also features dozens of Middle Eastern desert melodies and East Asian influences, including Japanese and Chinese traditional music.
“ A solid contender for one of this year’s best scores ” – Tech-Gaming (Review – 9/10)
Immerse yourself in heart-pounding battle themes, sweeping character motifs, and emotional boss music, alongside instrumental versions of vocal tracks and tracks that have multiple variations (each with unique solos and arrangements). Minigame tracks, battle tracks, and more have Shu, Jin, and Kou’s powerful melodic motifs expertly arranged and integrated to create an immersive listening experience.
“ One of the most memorable soundtracks of the year, a massive compliment considering it’s up there with the likes of Hades 2 and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33.” – Gfinity (Review – 9/10)
Composed by several world-class composers and artists from the USA and Japan, brought to life by over a dozen live performers, and mastered by Warner Music Japan, the Shujinkou Original Soundtrack is an extraordinary six-year collaboration that celebrates the heart and soul of Shujinkou.
“ These songs are phenomenal… it’s an outstanding soundtrack ” – Noisy Pixel (Review – 9.5/10)
From start to finish, it’s a thrilling musical experience you won’t forget!
| Lastly, a Shujinkou Original Soundtrack 7-CD Collector's Edition (Physical) release is currently being planned and will be manufactured and shipped from Japan in 2026 TBD. |
Downloadable Files & Space Requirements
Album Download (MP3 / 320 kbps): 1.1 GB available space
Album Download (WAV): 7.2 GB available space
Shujinkou Original Soundtrack Credits
Lead Composer: Brian LaGuardia
Artists: Brian LaGuardia, Robert Mullis, Ryo Noguchi, Frank Tedesco, Masaki Takao, Kana Kitada, Julian Rice
Label: Rice Games Inc
Other Credits
Female Vocals - Megumi Hidzuki, Sasha Y
Background Vocals - Brian LaGuardia
Violin - Tracy LaGuardia, Issaku Matsumoto, Julian Rice
Acoustic Guitar - Ryo Noguchi, Robert Mullis
Electric Guitar - Ryo Noguchi, Robert Mullis
Bass Guitar - Robert Mullis
Cello - Adam Riggs
Piano - Frank Tedesco, Kana Kitada
Erhu & Zhonghu - Michael Fitzmaurice
Saxophone - Makoto Douchi
Flute - Makoto Douchi
Shakuhachi - Zac Zinger
Shinobue - Zac Zinger
Doumbek - Brian LaGuardia
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