Naoki Kodaka

Naoki Kodaka is a renowned Japanese video game composer, best known for his work during the late 1980s and early 1990s. He began his career at Konami, where he contributed to several iconic titles, showcasing his innovative approach to chiptune music. Kodaka's notable work includes composing the soundtrack for the NES version of "Batman," released in 1989, which received acclaim for its atmospheric and engaging melodies. His compositions often blend catchy hooks with intricate arrangements, influencing the sound of video games in that era. Beyond "Batman," Kodaka worked on various other titles, solidifying his legacy as a pioneering figure in video game music and contributing to the rich tapestry of the medium's auditory landscape.

Number of Songs: 38

Songs composed by Naoki Kodaka

Alien Battle (2)

Game: StarTropics

Platform: Nintendo

An Offering to the Holy King Gort

Game: Albert Odyssey (Japan)

Platform: Super Nintendo

Big Blue (Velocity Remix)

Game: F-Zero

Platform: Super Nintendo

Chapter Intro

Game: StarTropics

Platform: Nintendo

Death Wind (3)

Game: F-Zero

Platform: Super Nintendo

Eka's Dance

Game: Albert Odyssey

Platform: Sega Saturn

Ending

Game: Blaster Master

Platform: Nintendo

Go with the Stream (2)

Game: Herzog Zwei

Platform: Sega Genesis

Level 6 (Arranged)

Game: Darkman

Platform: Nintendo

Lulu's Theme

Game: Albert Odyssey

Platform: Sega Saturn

Mutating Frog

Game: Blaster Master

Platform: Nintendo

Overworld

Game: Fester's Quest

Platform: Nintendo

Roar of the Beast

Game: Albert Odyssey (Japan)

Platform: Super Nintendo

Sand Ocean (3)

Game: F-Zero

Platform: Super Nintendo

Stage 1 (2)

Game: Journey to Silius

Platform: Nintendo

Stage 1 (3)

Game: Journey to Silius

Platform: Nintendo

Stage 1 - Streets of Desolation (2)

Game: Batman

Platform: Nintendo

Stage 1, Stage 5 (XG)

Game: Journey to Silius

Platform: Nintendo

Stage 2 - Axis Chemical Factory

Game: Batman

Platform: Nintendo

Stage 3 (XG)

Game: Journey to Silius

Platform: Nintendo

Stage 3 - Underground Conduit

Game: Batman

Platform: Nintendo

Stage 4

Game: Blaster Master

Platform: Nintendo

Stage 4 - Laboratory Ruins

Game: Batman

Platform: Nintendo

Stage 5-1

Game: Gremlins 2

Platform: Nintendo

Stage 6

Game: Blaster Master

Platform: Nintendo

Stage 6 (3)

Game: Blaster Master

Platform: Nintendo

Stages 2-2 & 5-2 (XG)

Game: Batman: Return of the Joker

Platform: Nintendo

The Road Walked By Heros

Game: Albert Odyssey (Japan)

Platform: Super Nintendo