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Final Fantasy 7 composer explains why he made its music “boring” compared to prior games

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Briefings

A composer for Final Fantasy 7 revealed that the game's music was perceived as 'boring' compared to earlier entries, despite the franchise's long history of celebrated soundtracks. This finding challenges the assumption that the series' music remains consistently iconic, highlighting a specific gap in the series' audio legacy.

Key points

• The composer explicitly stated that Final Fantasy 7's music was perceived as 'boring' compared to prior games.
• This sentiment surprised many, contradicting the general belief that the series' music has remained iconic.

Context

Final Fantasy 7 is a major entry in the franchise, yet its soundtrack received mixed or negative reception from the composer, unlike the celebrated music of earlier titles.

Limitations

Evidence is limited to a single composer's personal assessment; no quantitative data or fan surveys are provided.

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