"FINALLY, another electric piano enjoyer!" I thought as I lost myself listening to the Beach, Dusk. The choirs used during the halfway mark are absolutely beautiful.
Halcyon Docks is usually not the type of song I enjoy, but the few minor chords thrown here and there made it a really interesting listen. I enjoyed the celesta at the end quiet a lot.
Next comes Under the Summer Stars, the return of the electric piano, playing Halcyon Docks' melody along with what I can only describe as the sound of Orcas crying in the background, which sounds really cool tbh. (probably my favourite song honestly lol)
Saltmarsh made me understand this soundtrack's biggest strenght: Creating an atmosphere, making you feel like you're actually walking in the areas the songs describe. Saltmarsh felt like I was scourging through the beach, discovering secrets that had been burried for a long, long time. The bass that plays along with the marimba is really good, I love it.
Boiling Brine was good, it's basically Saltmarsh with a drum beat and a few instrument changes, but it works and does its job well. I prefer that over a battle theme completely disconnected from the area theme lol.
Submerged Secrets sounds like we've just uncovered something big, something underwater. Showcasing how one might feel before delving deep into the ocean.
Aestival delivers on what Submerged Secrets seems to imply, it reminded me of Zelda dungeon themes a lot. The strings that start playing around 1:50 minutes in are really nice.
Bringer of the Tides reuses the previous song's main melody really well, as one readies themselves for a great battle. I like the minimal use of percussion the start, really ups the tension as it all comes crashing down with the electric guitar. These songs really feel like they would compliment gameplay really well, even if they're still good as individual experiences.
Return to the sea is triumphant yet calm, quietly appreciating our victories as we make our way back home.
The Beach, Dawn, which uses the same melody from its younger sibling, feels like recollection. We take a look at all of our previous actions and past trials one last time before moving on with our lives. Cool stuff.
Overall I liked the sountrack, a lot of songs were pretty long but they managed to stay interesting nonetheless. Could really see this used for a game and working really well.
Well done.