SNK SOUND TEAM is the in-house music division of the renowned Japanese video game developer SNK Corporation, previously known as Shin Nihon Kikaku. Established in the years when arcade gaming was in its golden era, the SNK SOUND TEAM has been pivotal in generating the unique auditory landscapes that have come to define SNK's gaming franchises. The team is acclaimed for its diverse compositional styles, ranging from high-octane rock and electronic beats to traditional Japanese instrumentation, embodying the various themes and time periods the games encapsulate.

The SNK SOUND TEAM's work is most celebrated within the vast library of SNK fighting games and action titles. Notably, "THE KING OF FIGHTERS" (KOF) series, with its ever-evolving soundtrack accompanying each iteration like "THE KING OF FIGHTERS XV ORIGINAL SOUND TRACK", has gained a following not only among gamers but also among music enthusiasts. The SNK SOUND TEAM's versatility is also on display in other cherished game series such as "SAMURAI SHODOWN" and "METAL SLUG," where their music complements the gameplay by enhancing the atmosphere, driving the intensity of battles, and supporting the narrative. The energetic and memorable soundtracks crafted have helped cement SNK's legacy in the gaming industry, with the team continuing to contribute iconic scores that resonate with fans worldwide.

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Japanese Vgm

Sound Team

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Latest Release

THE KING OF FIGHTERS XV ORIGINAL SOUND TRACK (2)

SNK SOUND TEAM

Album - 34 Tracks - Released December 1, 2023