![]() The PSP version goes some way to redeeming this, with Atsushi Kitajoh making the track more stylish with its bold saxophone parts and lounge-inspired backing. For example, even interestingly titled setting themes like “Time Castle” sound like generic RPG town themes the core of the theme features light-hearted flute melodies against plodding accompaniment, though there are at times some jazzy and abstract piano improvisation later in the piece. The stylistic influences for the PlayStation soundtrack generally seem different from Persona‘s. The climax of the former is especially impressive. The remake score also includes a few brand new compositions, such as “Karukosaka High School” and “Saint Hermelin High”, that combine the youthful flavour of the rest of the score with modern jazz and techno stylings. To reflect the change in context, the B version is considerably darker and the warped synth parts are particularly fascinating in the updated score. ![]() ![]() Ryota Kozuka’s interpretation puts the emphasis in all the right places and the way the piano lines are overlaid at 0:23 is especially beautiful. “Seven Sisters High School A” is a softer theme featuring soothing piano melodies and acoustic guitar arpeggios, setting the precedent for similar themes in the anime adaptation. In that sense, they provide the ideal mix of old and new that so many updated soundtracks get wrong. The PSP versions stick closely to their originals, but incorporate enhanced samples and thicker harmonies to inspire the desired emotions. Courtesy of hitomi, “Main Theme A” and “Main Theme B” are melodically continuous themes that seem ideal for representing simple and uplifting high school days. Much of the rest of the soundtrack reflects the relatively youthful feel of the game. It’s much closer to the established style of the Megami Tensei series. In contrast, the title theme is an instrumental composition by Ryota Kozuka filled with brooding piano lines and dark ambient overtones. While it’s all over the place, it’s certain to be a hit with the series’ modern listeners. The track seems to incorporate just about all the stylistic features from Persona’s latest songs at some point: hard rock riffs and electronic riffs, motivating choruses featuring an angelic vocalist, fast-paced rap sections full of ridiculous bravado, and even a balladic piano-based outro. “unbreakable tie” is a contemporary pop song created by series composer and game director Shoji Meguro. The PSP version completely replaces this muddled track with two new pieces. After a short rendition, the composition takes an unexpected transformation into a pumping orchestral-rock anthem reminiscent of those of Persona. ![]() Most of the work is peculiarly dominated by the piano transcription of Schubert’s Schwanengesang Der Doppelganger, which creates so much atmosphere with its solemn romantic chords. In the PlayStation version, “Opening” is a multi-tiered composition that instantly establishes the moody feel of the game. The game was given a lavish six disc soundtrack release, featuring a reprint of the two disc soundtrack for the PlayStation version and four discs dedicated to the PSP version. What’s more, the more nostalgic listeners had the option of selecting the PlayStation soundtrack, rather than the remixed soundtrack, play during gameplay. As a result, Atlus’ sound team were asked to largely take an orthodox approach when adapting the music for Persona 2: Innocent Sin - they offered new samples, thicker harmonies, and elaborate developments, but few unrecognisable transformations. The developers nevertheless felt concerned by the savage reception to Persona‘s PSP soundtrack in Japan, which transformed a once deep electro-acoustic experience into a modern pop-flavoured one. In 2011, Atlus decided to remake Persona 2: Innocent Sin for the PSP following the solid reception of its predecessor. Persona 2 -Innocent Sin- Original Soundtrack (PSP Edition) ![]()
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