Shenmue III Soundtrack Announced
Announced today in collaboration with YSNET and Limited Run Games, Shenmue III’s soundtrack will see a physical release on CD and vinyl (in 5 variations) plus in digital formats. These go on pre-order on November 20th on Brave Wave, Limited Run Games and BigWax for Europe.
Details
CD Edition
The CD Edition will come on 6-CDs, housed in a special box with a complete booklet of liner notes (in both English and Japanese) by Yu Suzuki and other members of the Shenmue community, as well as archival artwork. Available for pre-order from Limited Run Games starting November 20 for $49.99 and through general distribution afterward.
Digital Edition
The digital will be available via the Brave Wave Productions Bandcamp for $30, or via all major streaming services and digital storefronts (prices may vary). Bandcamp pre-orders commence on November 6 and unlock on November 19.
Shenmue III Original Soundtrack Music Selection
Available on 2 150g 12” gold vinyl and silver vinyl, this abridged edition features 33 of the most iconic tracks in Shenmue III. It comes in a gatefold and includes a booklet with liner notes (in both English and Japanese) by Yu Suzuki and other members of the Shenmue community, as well as archival artwork. It also includes a digital download code for all 33 tracks. Available for pre-order from Limited Run Games starting November 20 for $39.99, €40 from BigWax and through general distribution afterward.
Shenmue III The Definitive Soundtrack Vol. 1: Bailu Village (GS-020-V1)
The 20th milestone release in the Generation Series lineup, this 5-LP abridged set features 82 tracks that play in the first half of Shenmue III, which takes place in Bailu Village. Comes in a top lid box (similar to recent Generation Series releases from Brave Wave) with liner notes, archival artwork and a digital download code for all 196 tracks. Available for pre-order starting November 20 from Limited Run Games for $124.99 and for €125 on BigWax.
Shenmue III The Definitive Soundtrack Vol. 2: Niaowu (GS-020-V2)
The 20th milestone release in the Generation Series lineup, this 6-LP abridged set features 113 tracks that play in the second half of Shenmue III, which takes place in Niaowu. Comes in a top lid box (similar to recent Generation Series releases from Brave Wave) with liner notes, archival artwork and a digital download code for all 196 tracks. Available for pre-order starting November 20 from Limited Run Games for $149.99 and for €150 on BigWax.
Shenmue III The Definitive Soundtrack Complete Collection (GS-020-CC)
This unprecedented 11 150g 12” vinyl set features all 195 tracks in their complete glory, combining the vinyl from both Vol. 1 and Vol. 2 into one comprehensive set. All 11 vinyl are housed in a gorgeous sturdy flip-top box set with liner notes, archival artwork and a digital download code for all tracks. Pricing will be announced closer to the launch of pre-orders in November. This set will be offered exclusively by Limited Run Games in North America and BigWax in Europe and elsewhere for a limited time only. Available for pre-order starting November 20 from Limited Run Games for $299.99 and for €300 on BigWax.
Shenmue III The Definitive Soundtrack Complete Collection – Signed by Yu Suzuki (GS-020-CC-LE)
This is the ultimate Shenmue fan’s collector item! It includes all of the above from Shenmue III The Definitive Soundtrack Complete Collection, plus an exclusive A4-poster signed by Shenmue creator Yu Suzuki. Limited to 500 units only exclusively through Limited Run Games and BigWax. Available for pre-order starting November 20 from Limited Run Games for $349.99 and for €350 on BigWax.
For more information on the various versions of the Shenmue III soundtrack, please visit www.limitedrungames.com (@LimitedRunGames) and www.bravewave.net/genseries (@BraveWaveMusic).