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I know a few examples of soundtracks that do have statement and were also done to promote the game… But I know even purer form — elevator music! That one definitely doesn't have any statement at all and wasn't made to sell anything 😂
@MK2boogaloo I do like meaningful soundtracks that have artistic value even outside of the game TBH
Transistor OST is a great example of one: https://supergiantgames.bandcamp.com/album/transistor-original-soundtrack
I have it on CD that came with deluxe edition of the game and I sometimes listen to it even though I haven't played the game in years. I think Darren Korb did an impressive job with it and with Bastion soundtrack too. I presume both of their later games have good OSTs too, but I'm yet to play them.