The use of the clock sounds is so foreboding, at this point of the story it’s pretty much that time is running out for the planet, and yes, for Aerith, too
So happy they brought the original Forgotten City theme back, even if in a different context. They even made the beginning part of it sound very much like the original. The incorporation of the clock ticking makes it even more foreboding.
I was in a call with my friend when this played, and i had to equip barret with materia. "Alright lets go equip bar-" i hear this. I froze looking at my monitor for a seconds then the ticking starts playing. God i love this game
this theme is fantastic. the clock sounds + sephiroth’s theme seriously induces some panic in-game for me. imo it fully encapsulates the gravity of the situation
I'm not gonna lie i had to really look for this. I've had it stuck in my brain for weeks. it's so... foreboding, i paused the game and let it loop when i first heard it sends a chill through my spine
So obsessed with this theme in particular. I rarely ever experience the sensation of goosebumps, but this track does it every single time. Feeling this one with my soul
I sat in the menu and listened to this track on a loop when I first heard it. That first minute and a half may be the standout piece of music from an already loaded score.
I like how Cloud's party version of this track at this point in the game is much more dark with the Forgotten City theme playing and has a bit of Sephiroth's theme lingering to represent Cloud's current mental state but Aerith's party version is much more peaceful and kinda eerie to represent how she's more intune with the Cetra (this being their temple after all).
Idc what anyone says. The ending of Rebirth was one of the most epic experiences I’ve ever had with a video game. Stop applying your expectations to this trilogy. The og is there whenever you want it. This is something new, just sit back and enjoy the ride.
