As we come to the end of 2022, it’s time to look back at the year in gaming and reflect on which titles had the best soundtracks. It’s been another great year for video game music, with a wide range of games from different genres all featuring top-notch audio.

However, as is the case every year, there have been a few stand-out games that have managed to stay in the minds of gamers all over the world thanks to their incredible soundtracks. Here are a few of the games that stood out the most to gamers the most this year.

Elden Ring

At this point, you may be a little tired of hearing about Elden Ring. Elden ring is one of the best games of 2022, and it has managed to capture the hearts of millions of fans around the world.

However, one area of Elden Ring that is seldom brought up is its incredible soundtrack. Elden Ring has a soundtrack that manages to be both jaw-dropping at times and beautifully melancholy at others, and that even goes without mentioning the boss tracks that are menacing yet uplifting.

There are many aspects of Elden Ring that are near perfect, so it comes as little to no surprise to see that its soundtrack often gets pushed to the wayside in favour of its gameplay or sprawling open world. But this doesn’t change the fact that Elden Ring’s soundtrack is dynamic, exceptionally high quality, and memorable in all the right ways.

From Software just keeps finding new ways to surprise us. It will be interesting to see if they will be able to top Elden Ring with their next title.

GTA’s Casino

GTA’s casino is one of the most popular virtual gambling establishments on the web, with millions of players logging in to spin the wheel of fortune every day.

On top of its innovative gameplay and flashy graphics, GTA also manages to captivate with its incredible soundtrack. The music that comes from the slots as well as its other casino games can be incredibly catchy, and it is not uncommon for people to have GTA’s casino music stuck in their heads all day.

Sure, GTA has not given us any unforgettable songs about gambling. The music in the GTA casino is mostly background, but that’s not to say that it is any less impressive.

The atmosphere that Rockstar has been able to create in GTA is truly a sight to behold, and we have no doubt that it is going to act as a prime case study for future game developers.

GTA might not have been released this year, but its constant updates make it feel like it was made just a few months ago. The fact that the game still has millions of players ten years after its launch is a glaring testament to this.

Dying Light 2

Dying Light 2 had a shaky reception, with some people thinking it was the best thing since sliced bread and others thinking it was an undercooked mess. However, one thing that almost everyone unanimously agreed upon is that Dying Light 2’s soundtrack was absolutely beautiful.

Dying Light 2 hit the nail on the head when it came to its high-octane action scenes – the experience of climbing the large tower (the name is redacted to avoid spoilers) near the end of the game with exhilarating music pushing you forward is one of the most memorable moments in gaming history.

It also manages to excel with its opening theme and main soundtrack – you may even be able to hear it in your head now despite it coming out nearly ten months ago.

Dying Light 2 has one of the best video game soundtracks of all time, and the beats it manages to hit are not likely going to be replicated anytime soon. It’s going to be a long wait until we see a soundtrack as good as this again.

In conclusion, this year has been a great year for video game soundtracks, with many games featuring amazing music that has added to the overall experience of the game. Whether you’re a fan of atmospheric and emotional music, or upbeat and energetic beats, there’s something for everyone in the world of video game soundtracks this year.

Here’s hoping that 2023 will also bring with it its own roster of legendary game soundtracks. It’s unlikely that it will be able to top 2022, but fingers crossed. See you next year.