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The results and discussion of the Top 10 Video Game Soundtracks of 1987 is now live! In such a stacked year, what comes out on top? Watch and discover some truly classic gaming music with me, @jon.gvg.io, and @ash.gvg.io: youtu.be/Hln-m1PFxz0?...

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The Top 10 Video Game Soundtracks of 1987...According to You!

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thegladerunner.bsky.social @thegladerunner.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Five years ago, when a Seattle burger chain raised employee wages & benefits the Reicht wing lost their minds, screaming the result would be $20 burgers & the company would end in bankruptcy. Today, the chain is even more popular than ever. Never let them try to tell you a living wage can’t work.

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Derrick Bitner @bitnerd.gvg.io · 28/09/2026

The time for the next Soundtrack poll has arrived! I want to know your Top 10 Video Game Soundtracks of 1988! This should be a really interesting year, especially with the introduction of the Genesis/Mega Drive in Japan. Good luck voting! forms.gle/9SaKWS9A8wE9...

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It's 1987! And that means even more landmark series are being introduced while the previous wave receives their first batch of sequels. What does that mean for the soundtracks? Be sure to explore, vot...

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Derrick Bitner @bitnerd.gvg.io · 26/09/2026

In just a few minutes, I'll be starting Day 5 (!??) of my Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter birthday sub-a-thon! I've properly begun Chapter 2 but there's still a lot of places to explore before I reach the main city. So let's go! www.twitch.tv/bitnerdgames

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Derrick Bitner @bitnerd.gvg.io · 25/09/2026

Have you watched the results of the Top Soundtracks of 1986 discussion? Curious about the full results? You can find both it and '85 in this handy doc! docs.google.com/document/d/1...

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The Top 10 Video Game Soundtracks of 1986...According to You!

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Derrick Bitner @bitnerd.gvg.io · 25/09/2026

As of right now, the 1987 poll has less votes than ‘86 and that just feels wrong. So make sure to vote! There’s a ton of great soundtracks this year and they deserve a highlight!

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Ericson @ericsonblum.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Claire Redfield 🌇

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Derrick Bitner @bitnerd.gvg.io · 25/09/2026

For those who watched the Top 10, I have learned that there isn’t one Valis Collection but three. Gotta say that’s suddenly tempting but I should try the SNES version that’s on NSO before pulling the trigger. But it’s why I love this series. Discovering games I know so little about is a treat.

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Daniel Alba @daniel.gvg.io · 24/09/2026

You can catch nearly the whole crew having long discussions on GVG today 👀 Derrick and Jon talk Top 10 Soundtracks of 1986, and @brandon.gvg.io and @steve.gvg.io talking Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave impressions with me right here! youtu.be/qh0RJUFJ5cY?...

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Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave - A Strong First Impression

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Derrick Bitner @bitnerd.gvg.io · 24/09/2026

The results and discussion of the Top 10 Video Game Soundtracks of 1987 is now live! Are there some surprise placements? What comes out on top? Well you gotta give it a watch and find out! youtu.be/urbAG6ttU80?...

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The Top 10 Video Game Soundtracks of 1986...According to You!

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R.Case @rcase.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

i saw a photo someone took of a Cutman figure with a cloak so I did this doodle for fun #art #fanart #megaman

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Derrick Bitner @bitnerd.gvg.io · 24/09/2026

In roughly one hour I’ll be streaming Sweet Home as part my new Itchy Tastython, where I’ll be playing every Resident Evil game, including spinoffs! So we gotta start with the game that inspired the series in the first place: twitch.tv/bitnerdgames

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Derrick Bitner @bitnerd.gvg.io · 21/09/2026

It's time for the next Video Game Soundtrack Poll! We've reached 1987 and that means even more landmark series are being introduced while the previous wave receives their first sequels. There's more & more soundtracks to discover as the music evolves on the NES & beyond! forms.gle/1rpjhN6o8gd3...

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We've reached 1986, the year when video game soundtracks truly began to expand and reach iconic status. But which games had the best? Remember, bad games can have some amazing songs as well. They're n...

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Derrick Bitner @bitnerd.gvg.io · 20/09/2026

I feel rewarded by dedicating myself to talking to every NPC every time they have new dialog in Trails in the Sky. Not only does it adds texture to the world, but sets up story events that unfold in the main plot. Sometimes in ways I don't expect. This is a living, changing world and I love it.

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Derrick Bitner @bitnerd.gvg.io · 19/09/2026

It's Day 3 of my Birthday Sub-a-Thon where I'm playing Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter! I've reached Bose by this point so let's explore and track down that missing airship! I'm asking nicely but I'm not sure if Schera is... www.twitch.tv/bitnerdgames

Artwork of Schera from Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter

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Derrick Bitner @bitnerd.gvg.io · 19/09/2026

Looking forward to Resident Evil 10 or 11 where we’ll get to find the crazy creatures from the new movie.

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Dilek Sayedahmed @dileksayedahmed.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

I truly, deeply, sincerely do think the guy flipping burgers at McDonalds should be able to afford rent, bills, and groceries with his paycheck alone. That's kind of the whole point of having a job and I can't believe this is considered a radical position.🤷🏽‍♀️

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Derrick Bitner @bitnerd.gvg.io · 19/09/2026

I'm still super early into Fortune's Weave, but early favorite characters are Troy and Cai. Voice acting is fantastically natural and I did not expect to get as much of a Shadows of Valentia vibe that I'm getting.

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Derrick Bitner @bitnerd.gvg.io · 19/09/2026

Resident Evil is pure popcorn fun. Great tension, great humor, and an excellent ebb and flow between the two. There’s enough references to the games to make it feel part of that world but it honestly doesn’t matter. Austin Abram’s has to carry this movie and he nails it. Highly recommended!

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Daniel Alba @daniel.gvg.io · 18/09/2026

There are a lot of Fire Emblem games that never came overseas. Some did, in a way, but most are still exclusive to Japan. I was building up to this one for quite a while, so I hope you check it out when you take a break from Fortune’s Weave~ youtu.be/GUEwPEuWJzU?...

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Every Fire Emblem that Never Left Japan

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Derrick Bitner @bitnerd.gvg.io · 18/09/2026

I’m still very much in the prologue but as someone who skipped the Direct, Fortune’s Weave is wild in terms of everything being introduced.

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Derrick Bitner @bitnerd.gvg.io · 17/09/2026

This is a BIG deal. Some may know this already but let me explain: Dragon Slayer (No subtitle) was the first game in the series. The 2nd was Xanadu, which had the subtitle Dragon Slayer 2. Xanadu would become its own sub-series that's still going to this day thanks to Kyoto Xanadu.

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Derrick Bitner @bitnerd.gvg.io · 17/09/2026

There's only a few days left to submit your Top 10 VIdeo Game Soundtracks of 1986! There's a respectable number of votes, but I know we can do better with such a killer year. So be sure to vote! And hey, it's my birthday so it's an easy present~~ forms.gle/dndqQmYArsyw...

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Derrick Bitner @bitnerd.gvg.io · 16/09/2026

Episode 2 of the GVG Real Talk Podcast is now live for GVG Patrons at the Silver Tier at above! I'm joined by @jon.gvg.io and @brandon.gvg.io to chat about what we've been up to and answer Patron questions! www.patreon.com/GVGaming/pos...

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Derrick Bitner @bitnerd.gvg.io · 16/09/2026

Our Top 10 discussions have returned! And while 1985 may not be the most robust year in terms of gaming soundtracks, it is an important foundational one. The tide was shifting so what stood out? Besides the obvious answer of course: youtu.be/mCNyaPnqhrg?...

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The Top 10 Video Game Soundtracks of 1985...According to You!

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Vivi 🏳️‍⚧️ @ribbonnanza.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

I reviewed Trails in the Sky 2nd Chapter for @gamingtrend.com! It's great! gamingtrend.com/reviews/trai...

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Wario64 @wario64.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Trails in the Sky 2nd Chapter (PS5/Switch/Switch 2E physical) preorder - out tomorrow (Switch/Switch 2E/PS5): Amazon amzn.to/46XZRWe #ad Best Buy buff.ly/8ReYDhZ GameStop buff.ly/iaUIA1f Target buff.ly/0BRULQh Walmart buff.ly/hwb3SMT VGP buff.ly/Q1DmqHE PNP buff.ly/QrHMSEe

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Derrick Bitner @bitnerd.gvg.io · 15/09/2026

I still need to research this year myself to determine my own Top 10 but there are so many classics hitting their 40th anniversary. Be sure to vote before the end of Sunday so we can find out what music stands out amongst everyone!

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Derrick Bitner @bitnerd.gvg.io · 15/09/2026

We did it! @brandonbovia.bsky.social and I have reached Chapter 1100 of One Piece! And that means we’re in what may be the harshest flashback to date. One punctuated by hope where the tragedies hit all the harder. youtu.be/t-oQGDOyV7g?...

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One Piece at a Time Episode 238: Chapters 1096-1100 (Podcast)

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Derrick Bitner @bitnerd.gvg.io · 15/09/2026

I got the question of why go by year for the Top 10 Soundtracks this time rather than console since it will take SO long. Here’s the thing, this is no longer than the last set as I cast a wide net to try to cover everything. Going by year ensures every aspect of gaming has a chance.

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🌤 Lanaruse @lanaruse.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Derrick is starting up a new series of top 10s, and this time it's one of my favourite things - GAME SOUNDTRACKS! 😍 If you love video games, music, and 1986 in particular (for this poll), go submit your answers now! And keep an eye out for his future polls and related videos (They're loads of fun!)

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Mark "Fryguy64" Kelly @nindb.net · 14/09/2026

I didn't enjoy NES Metroid until I stopped trying to follow guides and started drawing my own maps. I loved videogames as a kid because they gave me a peek into another world. They're not just a bunch of systems to overcome. Sometimes it's worth taking time to explore and chart your own course.

Best ending of NES Metroid. Screenshot taken from a PAL NES running through an upscaler.

A hand-drawn map of Metroid showing the route and steps needed to beat it as quickly as possible for the best ending. It is adorned with doodles of Metroid enemies.

The original rough hand-drawn map from the first run, the final version and my copy of NES Metroid in box.

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