NON - Gunstar Heroes Sound Collection

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Review by José Facchin

Gunstar Heroes Sound Collection: A Wild Ride Through Techno and Rock Vibes Man, oh man, where do I even start with Gunstar Heroes Sound Collection by NON? This 2005 Japanese gem from Scitron Digital Content is like a caffeine-fueled trip down memory lane for anyone who digs electronic beats mashed up with rock attitude. It’s techno but not just any techno—it’s got teeth, grit, and heart. You can tell these tracks were made to pump you up while keeping that retro gaming soul alive. Let me throw some love at "1Stage Boss" first because wow, this one hits different. The moment those sharp synths kick in, it's like being shoved into an anime action scene—you're not sure if you should dance or grab a sword and fight imaginary enemies. There’s something about the way the melody loops around your brain, building tension without ever letting go. Honestly, I think I’ve listened to this track five times already today. Can’t help it; it’s addictive as hell. Then there’s “Staff Roll,” which feels like the perfect cooldown after all the chaos. It’s softer, more reflective, but still carries that unmistakable energy only NON seems to nail. The piano-like tones layered over subtle beats give off major bittersweet vibes—like saying goodbye to friends after an epic adventure. Every time this plays, I get hit with nostalgia so hard it almost hurts. Damn, music really knows how to punch you right in the feels sometimes. What makes this album stand out isn’t just its genre-bending mix of electronic and rock styles—it’s how personal it feels. Like, yeah, it’s clearly tied to the game world (Gunstar Heroes, duh), but it doesn’t rely on visuals to carry its weight. Tracks like “Ordeal” and “Flight” could easily exist outside the game universe and still slap. And don’t even get me started on the sheer variety here: bombastic boss themes, chill interludes, pulse-pounding stage tunes… It’s like NON threw everything they had into this collection and said, “Take THAT!” But honestly, what sticks with me most is how raw it all sounds. Nothing polished-to-death or overly produced—it’s messy in the best possible way, like someone poured their entire soul into each track. That’s probably why it resonates so much, even years later. You know what’s funny though? Listening to this album makes me wanna play games I’ve never even touched before. Like, who needs graphics when you’ve got soundscapes this vivid? Maybe that’s the secret sauce behind Gunstar Heroes Sound Collection: it doesn’t just accompany a game—it becomes one itself.

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Artist: NON
Album: Gunstar Heroes Sound Collection
Rating: 5.0

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Ending1:52
1Stage Boss1:03
3Stage1:40
7Stage-1-1:17
Stage Select0:35
Neocity2:40
Flight1:09
4Stage Boss1:12
Clear0:07
Pyramid1:16
Smash1:11
Staff1:57
3Stage Boss1:02
Stage Clear0:09
1Stage Middle Boss1:13
Sunset1:32
7Stage Boss1:17
4Stage1:13
Gunstar Heroes Arrange Version
Fate1:26
EXBoss1:39
2Stage1:40
Green1:16
SClr0:08
5Stage1:24
Continue0:53
Guns2:17
Title1:43
Rolling1:34
Staff Roll1:24
1Stage1:49
Skyship1:39
Crusher0:49
All Clear0:08
2Stage Boss1:36
Story Demo1:16
Boss41:16
7Stage-2-0:50
Opening1:46
Choice0:54
NClear0:05
7Force1:48
Option1:41
Saikoro1:07
Boss71:14
Ordeal2:05
Sorrow1:14
Boss11:00
Boss30:59
Stone1:52
Choco0:31
0Stage1:37
6Stage1:12
5Stage Boss1:17

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Catalog Numbers

SCDC-00470

Labels

Scitron Digital Content

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Formats

CD

Notes

"Original Sound Version" recordings of Gunstar Super Heroes on the Game Boy Advance, and Gunstar Heroes on the Sega Megadrive.

About NON

Video game developer Treasure's in-house composer.

Real Name

    • Norio Hanzawa

Aliases

  • Norio Hanzawa
  • Kazuo Hanzawa
  • Playback Hanzawa

Interesting fact about Album

Did you know? The *Gunstar Heroes Sound Collection* is a hidden gem for fans of electronic and rock music. Released in 2005 in Japan, this album by NON blends techno beats with video game-inspired tracks. It’s packed with tunes like "Sunset," "Neocity," and "Stage Clear." What makes it special? It’s not just a soundtrack—it’s a journey through dynamic stages and emotions, capturing the essence of the game while standing alone as a creative musical piece. Perfect for retro gaming fans or anyone who loves energetic vibes.