


The 2001 Japanese KMCA-120 CD edition of Akira Yamaoka's Silent Hill 2 Original Soundtracks delivers the complete atmospheric score as originally released for the game, presented on 1 CD and produced, recorded, mixed, mastered, and performed by Yamaoka with contributions from the credited creative team including engineering, digital edits, sound production, art direction, design, illustration, A&R, promotion, management, and instrument technicians, offering a definitive version of the haunting ambient, rock, and experimental compositions that define the Silent Hill 2 experience in a professionally curated album format. Review: In my restless dreams, I hear this CD - One of the best game soundtracks ever, and one of my favorite albums of all time. Sure I can listen to this in the game or on YouTube for free with ads for the 1000th time, but this CD was well worth it and the the tracks sound absolutely incredible. It is very moody and creepy and instantly takes me back to Silent Hill. Worth every penny. Review: Probably One of The Best CDs of All Time - I of course bought this because I LOVE the game. And while I had always loved the music in the game, I had no idea just how obsessed I would be with this soundtrack. This is pretty much the only thing I've been listening to for the past two months (and my friend who car-pools with me has equally enjoyed listening to only this CD; she likes it so much she really wants to buy a copy for herself). The music is so beautiful, and it's not too dark/frightening for a casual listen. Some horror game soundtracks have tracks that give you massive anxiety (*cough cough* RE2 Mr.X's theme), but this one doesn't put me on high-alert at all. So great for those with anxiety. I actually find this more relaxing than anything, and it seems to put me in a good mood every time. Honestly, even if you've never played the game, this soundtrack is still an excellent listen (although you really should play the game, it is one of the best games ever created IMO). I don't normally spend even $20+ on a CD, but this one is so good, I wouldn't think twice about spending $50 if I had to. It might honestly be the best CD I own, and is by far my favorite soundtrack in my collection. I know some people just prefer downloads, but the case is great, the art of Maria perfectly sets the tone for the CD itself. Highly recommended for any collectors, especially.
| ASIN | B00005NO3D |
| Best Sellers Rank | #2,316 in CDs & Vinyl ( See Top 100 in CDs & Vinyl ) #40 in Movie Soundtracks (CDs & Vinyl) |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (531) |
| Date First Available | November 3, 2006 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Label | King Japan |
| Language | English |
| Manufacturer | King Japan |
| Number of discs | 1 |
| Original Release Date | 2001 |
| Product Dimensions | 5 x 5.75 x 0.5 inches; 3.03 ounces |
| Run time | 1 hour and 13 minutes |
T**N
In my restless dreams, I hear this CD
One of the best game soundtracks ever, and one of my favorite albums of all time. Sure I can listen to this in the game or on YouTube for free with ads for the 1000th time, but this CD was well worth it and the the tracks sound absolutely incredible. It is very moody and creepy and instantly takes me back to Silent Hill. Worth every penny.
N**O
Probably One of The Best CDs of All Time
I of course bought this because I LOVE the game. And while I had always loved the music in the game, I had no idea just how obsessed I would be with this soundtrack. This is pretty much the only thing I've been listening to for the past two months (and my friend who car-pools with me has equally enjoyed listening to only this CD; she likes it so much she really wants to buy a copy for herself). The music is so beautiful, and it's not too dark/frightening for a casual listen. Some horror game soundtracks have tracks that give you massive anxiety (*cough cough* RE2 Mr.X's theme), but this one doesn't put me on high-alert at all. So great for those with anxiety. I actually find this more relaxing than anything, and it seems to put me in a good mood every time. Honestly, even if you've never played the game, this soundtrack is still an excellent listen (although you really should play the game, it is one of the best games ever created IMO). I don't normally spend even $20+ on a CD, but this one is so good, I wouldn't think twice about spending $50 if I had to. It might honestly be the best CD I own, and is by far my favorite soundtrack in my collection. I know some people just prefer downloads, but the case is great, the art of Maria perfectly sets the tone for the CD itself. Highly recommended for any collectors, especially.
9**D
Silent Hill 2: One of the best from the series
Silent Hill 2 is one of the best video game soundtracks ever made. The atmosphere, tone, and sound is eerie, dreamy, and melodic. Compared to the first soundtrack (which was mostly quick and made up of mostly haunting melodies), this soundtrack contains longer tracks and is more in depth. Mostly everything from the game is included on this track (battles, cutscenes, and endings). Only downside to this album is that many of the tracks are short and should've been given a minute more of play. Here's a breakdown of the eerie, rock, and harmonious tracks: The eerie tracks- Ashes And Ghost, The Darkness That Lurks In Our Mind, Block Mind, Fermata in Mistic Air, Betrayal, and Black Fairy. Try listening to them in the dark by yourself it can be a true scare... Rock tracks- Theme of Laura (both versions), Angel's Thanatos, Silent Heaven, The Reverse Will, Overdose Delusion, and Promise. A first in the Silent Hill series, you can't go wrong with these tracks. Check Angel's Thanatos, my favorite song from the CD. Harmonious tracks- White Noiz, Forest, A World Of Madness, Ordinary Vanity, Promise(Reprise), The Day Of Night, Love Psalm, Prisonic Fairytale Noone Loves You, Magdalene, Laura Plays The Piano, True, and Pianissimo Epilogue. Their atmosphereic sound, and mood makes all these favorites and memorable. Many of these tracks carry on the beautiful melody of piano. Simply beautiful. Pianissimo Epilogue, White Noiz, and The Day of Night sound like something straight from a dream! Check them out! The other tracks- Null Moon, Heaven's Night, Alone in the town, and Terror In The Depths Of The Fog are all worth checking out, all have a little "beat" and are exactly from the game. You can't go wrong with this soundtrack. Highly recommended if you're a fan a video game soundtracks or nightmare-ish music. Even if you haven't played the game, it's definately one score worth listening to.
S**.
Original silent hill 2 Sound track! Not the remakes updated version!
Perfect! It’s the original soundtrack not the updated version for the remake. This one has the texture the newer one took out imo
F**D
Este soundtrack es simplemente espectacular! El único detalle es que la caja venia con unas trizaduras, pero el CD se escucha perfecto
R**R
Perfect
Came perfect, I saw a lot of peoples case were cracked however luckily mine was not cracked. Music is as expected, would recommend for silent hill fans
C**O
Bonito
Excelente
C**Y
Good
Husband loves
N**N
I love this soundtrack so much, def recommend!
L**E
Acheté car extrêmement fan de l'OST de ce chef d'œuvre et je ne suis pas déçu ! Il était emballé dans du papier bulle bien épais donc aucun soucis au niveau de l'état lorsque je l'ai reçu, je recommande !
S**E
Per me la migliore colonna sonora di tutto la saga, qui il maestra Akira yamaoka si è superato
ポ**コ
ゲーム自体はプレイが苦痛になるくらい気味が悪いんですけど、 世界観や音楽が秀逸。シリーズ制覇しちゃってます。
C**4
Uno de los mejores juegos de la historia y cómo no podía ser de otro modo la BSO está a la altura con Yamaoka.
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