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Ridge Racer Original Soundtrack debuts on streaming platforms

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Ridge Racer Original Soundtrack debuts on streaming platforms
Victor Entertainment pressed arrangement album "Namco Game Sound Express Vol.11: Ridge Racer" on compact disc in 1994, adapting eight compositions by Shinji Hosoe, Ayako Saso, and Nobuyoshi Sano. Bandai Namco Game Music has published the digital edition of the album, available for streaming on Apple Music, Spotify, and Amazon Music Unlimited.

Ridge Racer arrived in arcades in 1993, running on the Namco System 22 arcade system board. Arcade Archives Ridge Racer is available for PS4 and Nintendo Switch consoles. Players can cycle between music tracks mid-race through the use of the shoulder buttons.

The console port for PS4 and PlayStation 5 consoles is part of the PlayStation Plus Premium catalog. The visually-enhanced console port adds up-rendering, rewind, quick save, and custom video filters. Players can select from novice, intermediate, and advanced difficulty options, while Time Trial Mode centers on one-on-one challenges against rival cars.

Hamster Corporation's Arcade Archives 2 Ridge Racer is available for Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch 2 consoles. In Caravan Mode, score is based on mileage, challenging the player to dodge traffic and execute sharp turns within a five-minute race.


From the PlayStation Blog product description:
Experience Ridge Racer originally released on the PlayStation console, enhanced with up-rendering, rewind, quick save, and custom video filters. The thrill of intense racing comes alive once more. Unique vehicles, roaring engines, lush scenery, and the screech of tires as they dazzle and drift. Experience the legendary racing game which once ushered in a new era.

Take victory in one of two modes. Aim for top podium in Battle Mode across three difficulty levels, or race against rival cars one-one-one in Time Trial Mode. Turn up the volume by freely selecting BGM tracks during gameplay with the music player. Take high-speed control with the thrill of the wildest ride!
Apple Music - Ridge Racer (Original Soundtrack)

PlayStation Blog - PlayStation Plus Game Catalog for January