Masahiro Ikariko

Masahiro Ikariko is a renowned Japanese video game composer known for his contributions to the arcade and home console music scene in the 1980s and 1990s. He is particularly celebrated for his work on the classic arcade game "Gyruss," released in 1983, where he crafted a memorable and dynamic soundtrack that complemented the game's fast-paced, space-themed gameplay. Ikariko’s compositions are characterized by their melodic complexity and innovative use of synthesizers, contributing to the immersive experience of gaming. His work laid the groundwork for future generations of video game music, influencing both composers and players alike. Throughout his career, Ikariko has continued to be involved in various projects, further solidifying his legacy in the realm of video game soundtracks.

Number of Songs: 37

Songs composed by Masahiro Ikariko

Castle Center - "Dungeon - Main Theme"

Game: Castlevania 64

Platform: Nintendo 64

Dance Of Illusions (Battle with Dracula's Servant)

Game: Castlevania 64

Platform: Nintendo 64

Defeat of Dracula

Game: Super Castlevania IV

Platform: Super Nintendo

Demon Castle Dracula

Game: Super Castlevania IV

Platform: Super Nintendo

Deserted Chateau

Game: Vampire Savior

Platform: Sega Saturn

Dracula Castle Map

Game: Super Castlevania IV

Platform: Super Nintendo

Dracula's Domain Map

Game: Super Castlevania IV

Platform: Super Nintendo

Ivan and Toby

Game: Sexy Parodius

Platform: Sony PlayStation

Level 1

Game: Nemesis 2

Platform: MSX Computer

Password Screen

Game: Sparkster

Platform: Super Nintendo

Planet Eionius - Starfield

Game: Salamander

Platform: MSX Computer

Second Round

Game: Gyruss

Platform: Nintendo

Silent Madness

Game: Castlevania 64

Platform: Nintendo 64

Stage 1: Entrance (3)

Game: Super Castlevania IV

Platform: Super Nintendo

Stage 1: Entrance (4)

Game: Super Castlevania IV

Platform: Super Nintendo

Stage 1: Entrance (Arranged)

Game: Super Castlevania IV

Platform: Super Nintendo

Stage 1: Entrance (SW1000XG)

Game: Super Castlevania IV

Platform: Super Nintendo

Stage 1: Opening Theme

Game: Super Castlevania IV

Platform: Super Nintendo

Stage 3: Block 3-2 (v1.1)

Game: Super Castlevania IV

Platform: Super Nintendo

Stage 3: Block 3-3

Game: Super Castlevania IV

Platform: Super Nintendo

Stage 4: Block 4-3 - "Clockwork Mansion"

Game: Super Castlevania IV

Platform: Super Nintendo

Stage 4: Block 4-3 - "Clockwork Mansion" (2)

Game: Super Castlevania IV

Platform: Super Nintendo

Stage Cleared

Game: Metal Storm

Platform: Nintendo

The Selection

Game: Rolling Thunder 2

Platform: Sega Genesis