Many video games are reknowned for having wonderful soundtracks which create a perfect atmosphere while you play. So if you are a game fanatic, you may find building a game music library will help heighten your appreciation for the accompanying instrumentals and songs.

Getting such a library started can be a bit daunting though. There are many wonderful soundtracks out there and going out and buying randomly could result in CDs with only one or two songs on them that you really like. So in today’s Important Importables, I’ve compiled a list of 10 Japanese game soundtracks which can really add something special to a game music library…

If you love video games, there’s a very strong chance that you also adore video game music. While video game soundtracks are starting to appear more often in stores, they still can be quite hard to find, especially if you’re looking for music from a title that isn’t a mainstream game.

The best place to go for soundtracks is straight to the source – Japan. Practically every notable video game release also has a soundtrack release, which means it’s much easier to find the track to the song that just won’t get out of your head.

Since Japanese CDs can often be quite expensive, you’ll also come across quite a few bootlegs. Bootlegs usually easier to discern after the CD’s been opened, but it is also incredibly simple to determine authenticity without actually purchasing and opening the CD…