Ori and the Blind Forest Original Soundtrack Vinyl Set Release Date Announced
The original soundtrack for Ori and the Blind Forest was scheduled for a vinyl release on April 24, 2020. The set features 33 tracks from the game.
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An Amazon listing in March 2020 revealed that the original soundtrack for Ori and the Blind Forest was receiving a vinyl release. The product page showed a scheduled launch date of April 24, 2020, for the United States. At the time of the listing, pre-orders for the vinyl set were made available.
This release offered fans a physical format to enjoy the game’s celebrated score, which was first heard when the title launched in 2015. The timing of the announcement coincided with the release of the game’s sequel, Ori and the Will of the Wisps, which had launched earlier in March 2020.
The Acclaimed Score
The music for Ori and the Blind Forest was composed by Gareth Coker. Upon the game’s release, the soundtrack received widespread critical acclaim for its emotional depth and orchestral arrangements, which were integral to the game’s storytelling and atmosphere. The score was recognized with numerous industry accolades, including a BAFTA Games Award for Audio Achievement and an award for Outstanding Original Music at the 18th Annual D.I.C.E. Awards.
The game itself, developed by Moon Studios, is a platform-adventure title known for its beautiful hand-painted art style, fluid gameplay, and poignant narrative. The soundtrack is a key component of this experience, and its availability on vinyl provided a new way for enthusiasts to appreciate Coker’s work.
Track Listing
The vinyl set was listed as containing the complete 33-track original soundtrack. This comprehensive collection captures the full journey of the game, from its somber opening to its triumphant conclusion. While details about the vinyl’s packaging or color were not specified in the initial listing, such releases are often sought after by collectors for their large-format artwork and the distinct audio quality of the format.
The full track listing is as follows:
- Ori Lost in the Storm
- Naru
- Embracing the Light
- Calling Out
- The Blinded Forest
- Inspiriting
- First Steps Into Sunken Glades
- Finding Sein
- Up the Spirit Caverns Walls
- The Spirit Tree
- Kuro’s Tale I – Her Rage
- Thornfelt Swamp
- Down the Moon Grotto
- The Ancestral Trees
- Gumo’s Hideout
- Breaking Through the Trap
- Climbing the Ginso Tree
- Restoring the Light, Facing the Dark
- The Waters Cleansed
- Lost in the Misty Woods
- Home of the Gumon
- Escaping the Ruins
- Kuro’s Tale II – Her Pain
- Riding the Wind
- Completing the Circle
- Approaching the End
- Mount Horu
- Conundrum
- The Crumbling Path
- Racing the Lava
- Fleeing Kuro
- The Sacrifice
- Light of Nibel
Frequently asked questions
When was the Ori and the Blind Forest vinyl soundtrack released?
The vinyl set for the Ori and the Blind Forest original soundtrack was listed with a release date of April 24, 2020, in the United States. The date was first revealed through a product page on Amazon, where pre-orders were also made available ahead of its launch.
Who composed the music for Ori and the Blind Forest?
The score for Ori and the Blind Forest was composed by British composer Gareth Coker. His work on the game received widespread critical acclaim and won several industry awards, including a BAFTA Games Award for Audio Achievement, solidifying its status as a celebrated video game soundtrack.
How many tracks are on the Ori and the Blind Forest vinyl?
The vinyl edition of the Ori and the Blind Forest soundtrack includes 33 tracks from the original game. The tracklist covers the full musical journey, from the opening 'Ori, Lost in the Storm' to the concluding piece, 'Light of Nibel,' capturing all the key emotional moments of the story.
Was the Ori vinyl released alongside the sequel?
The vinyl soundtrack for the first game was announced shortly after the release of its sequel, Ori and the Will of the Wisps, which launched in March 2020. This timing allowed fans enjoying the new game to also acquire a physical collector's edition of the original's beloved and award-winning score.