Newgrounds
Since its launch in 1995, Newgrounds has fostered a thriving community of video game music remixers and fans. This indie online platform enables artists to easily upload and share original remixes based on classic gaming soundtracks.
Users can discover reimagined music from franchises like Pokémon, Sonic, Super Mario, and more. Styles range from hip-hop remixes to rock covers to electronic dance tracks. Newgrounds gives both amateur and professional musicians a space to showcase creativity while getting feedback.
Through reviews and ratings, remixers build their reputation. Fans can browse, stream, and discuss the latest creations on Newgrounds forums. Users even remix the remixes, perpetually evolving game music. For over 20 years, Newgrounds has served as a gathering place for the gaming music scene to create, collaborate, and innovate. It continues to profoundly shape video game music culture by empowering fan creativity.
MORE INFORMATION:
- Platform: Newgrounds
- Content Variety: Large selection of fan-made video game remixes
- User Engagement: Voting, comments, playlists
- Source: User uploaded remixes and covers
- Pros: Active community, easy-to-discover new creators
- Cons: Dated interface, focus on older games
- Best For: Finding remixes of retro and indie game music
- Overall: Strong community around fan-made remixes, especially for older game
- Website: https://www.newgrounds.com/audio
