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Saturn Bomberman for Sega Saturn turns 30, today

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Saturn Bomberman for Sega Saturn turns 30, today
Hudson Soft released Saturn Bomberman for the Sega Saturn console on this date in 1996, supporting multiplayer functionality for up to ten players. The 30th anniversary of launch follows shortly after Konami's publication of Super Bomberman Collection.

The 15-track soundtrack album is available for streaming on composer June Chikuma's SoundCloud channel. Music was composed and arranged by Chikuma, featuring performances by Kaoru Akimoto on guitar, Hirohiko Otsubo on bass, alongside the composer on keyboards and nay.

Self-arrangements include a "Funky Breakbeat Remix" of the intro theme, "Jungle Locomotive Mix" of the Amusement World theme, "Ambient Techno Nay Mix" from the Area 4 Dino World theme, and "Morriconean Remix" of the Wild West World theme.

Other game soundtracks by June Chikuma available through SoundCloud include Nintendo 64 platformer Bomberman Hero, 8-bit Famicom puzzle game Bomberman II, and Super Famicom sequel Super Bomberman 3.

June Chikuma SoundCloud - Saturn Bomberman