Soundtrack "Fighting Vipers - 30th Anniv. Album -" Celebrating 30th Anniversaries of AC and Sega Saturn Versions, Set for Release on November 27
Note: the original Japanese article can be found at:
https://www.4gamer.net/games/991/G999109/20251020012/
Editorial Department: Chihiro | 2025/10/20 03:16 (UTC)
Wave Master announced on October 20, 2025, that the soundtrack “Fighting Vipers - 30th Anniv. Album -” will be released on November 27, priced at ¥3,630 (tax included). The digital download version price remains unannounced.
This release commemorates two milestones: the arcade version of the 3D versus fighting game “Fighting Vipers,” which debuted in arcades in 1995, turning 30 years old in November 2025; and the Sega Saturn port, celebrating its own 30th anniversary in 2026.
The soundtrack is a two-disc set. Disc 1 features tracks from the arcade version, while Disc 2 contains songs from the Sega Saturn version. The highlight of this release includes two arrangements by Koichi “Mickey” Namiki (former leader of S.S.T.BAND/B-univ). The opening track on Disc 1, “Fighting Vipers Prelude -Mickey Ver. 2025-”, is a medley-style overture that preserves the immersive atmosphere from the game’s early stages. Meanwhile, the bonus track on Disc 2, “Viper Venom If it is Long -Mickey Arr Ver.2025-”, was created based on the hypothetical scenario: “What if the opening theme were in a longer version?”
The official sound production team includes Fumio Ito as Sound Producer and Takeshi Miki as Sound Director from SEGA Sound Team.
Additionally, the booklet features behind-the-scenes stories about the creation of Fighting Vipers by Hiroshi Kataoka, who served as director for both arcade and Sega Saturn versions (currently Executive Officer & Head of Technology Division at Sega Co., Ltd.), memories shared by Namiki regarding composer David Leytze, and commentary on the arrangement tracks.
Special Page for “Fighting Vipers - 30th Anniv. Album -”
＜The following is reproduced verbatim from the official press release＞
CD Release Announcement: Fighting Vipers - 30th Anniv. Album -
≪Arcade & Sega Saturn Versions | Anniversary Celebration Edition≫
Presented by FV Director Hiroshi Kataoka, a new prologue to an enduring legend.
～Special Bonus Track featuring arrangements by Koichi “Mickey” Namiki (former S.S.T.BAND/B-univ)～
In 1995, the 3D versus fighting game Fighting Vipers debuted on arcade machines from SEGA, portraying a futuristic metal-grid deathmatch popular among rebellious youth. In celebration of the arcade version’s 30th anniversary in November 2025, and marking the upcoming 30th anniversary of the Sega Saturn port in 2026, Wave Master will release Fighting Vipers - 30th Anniv. Album - on Thursday, November 27, 2025.
This album is a two-disc collection featuring a total of 37 tracks. Disc 1 includes 17 tracks from the original arcade version released in November 1995, while Disc 2 features 18 tracks from the Sega Saturn port launched in August 1996. The production team for these official soundtracks consists of Fumio Ito as Sound Producer and Takeshi Miki as Sound Director from SEGA Sound Team.
The centerpiece of this album is a special arrangement by Koichi “Mickey” Namiki, well known to longtime SEGA fans as former leader of S.S.T.BAND/B-univ. Disc 1 opens with the medley-style overture, “Fighting Vipers Prelude -Mickey Ver. 2025-”, which carries forward the game’s early immersive feel. On Disc 2’s closing track, a special bonus piece titled “Viper Venom If it is Long -Mickey Arr Ver.2025-” expresses what might have happened if the opening theme were extended into a longer version.
Furthermore, the booklet includes exclusive content: behind-the-scenes stories from Hiroshi Kataoka (Director for both arcade and Sega Saturn versions; currently Executive Officer & Head of Technology Division at Sega Co., Ltd.), personal recollections by Koichi “Mickey” Namiki about composer David Leytze, and explanations regarding the arrangement tracks.
～Experience the new prologue to a legendary saga through music—under the supervision of FV Director Hiroshi Kataoka.～
《Track Listing》
[Disclaimer]
The digital version available on music streaming services does not include the Special Bonus Track (※) or the booklet.
【Disc 1】
■Fighting Vipers [ARCADE: MODEL2B]
≪SOUND! SHOCK Special Bonus Track≫
- Fighting Vipers ~Prelude~ -Mickey Arr Ver.2025- ※
-Official Sound- - Advertise
- Start -SE04. Character Select
- Select -SE06. Armstone Town Day -STAGE 1-
- Big Factory -STAGE 2-
- UFO Diner -STAGE 3-
- Armstone Airport -STAGE 4-
- Armstone Town Night -STAGE 5-
- Bay Side -STAGE 6-
- City Tower -STAGE 7-
- Observation Deck -STAGE 8-
- Top of the City -STAGE 9-
- Continue
- Staff Roll
- Name Entry
- Game Over
《Music Composition》
David Leytze [01~02, 04, 06~18]
《Arrangement》
Koichi “Mickey” Namiki [01]
David Leytze [02, 04, 06~18]
《Performed》
-SOUND! SHOCK Special Bonus Track Guitar & Bass: Koichi “Mickey” Namiki [01]
-Official Sound Guitar: David Leytze / Masanori Takeuchi [06, 08, 10~16, 18]
《Sound Effect Creative》
Kazuhiko Kouchi [03, 05]
【Disc 2】
■Fighting Vipers [SEGASATURN]
-Official Sound-
- Viper Venom -OPENING
- Start -SE
- Choose Your Weapon -SELECTOR
- Select -SE
- Sundance Kids -STAGE 1-
- The Trouble with Raxel -STAGE 2-
- Occam’s Razor -STAGE 3-
- Look to the Skies -STAGE 4-
- Thirty-30 -STAGE 5-
- Bay Side Blues -STAGE 6-
- The City by Night -STAGE 7-
- Look Out Below -STAGE 8-
- King of the Mountain -STAGE 9-
- Let it Ride -CONTINUE
- Hisss Like the Snake -ENDING
- To Tell the Truth -NAME ENTRY
- All Bets Off -GAME OVER
- Fallen ~An’ I Can’t Get Up~ -TRAINING-
≪SOUND! SHOCK Special Bonus Track≫ - Viper Venom ~If it is Long~ -Mickey Arr Ver. 2025- ※
《Music Composition》
David Leytze [01, 03, 05~19]
《Arrangement》
David Leytze [01, 03, 05~18]
Koichi “Mickey” Namiki [19]
《Performed》
-Official Sound Guitar: Isamu Houda [Solo & Backing: 01]
Guitar: Masanori Takeuchi [Solo: 05, 09, 15 / Backing: 05, 09, 11, 12]
Guitar: David Leytze [Solo: 07]
Guitar: Koichi Namiki [Backing: 14, 15, 17]
Synthesizer: David Leytze [Solo: 15]
-SOUND! SHOCK Special Bonus Track Guitars & Bass: Koichi “Mickey” Namiki [19]
《Sound Effect Creative》
Kazuhiko Kouchi [02, 04]
【Product Information】
Title: Fighting Vipers - 30th Anniv. Album - (ファイティングバイパーズ - サーティエス アニバーサリー アルバム -)
Release Date: Thursday, November 27, 2025
Catalog Number: WM-0889~90
JAN Code: 4571655391127
Price: ¥3,630 (tax included)
※Digital release price TBA
Brand: SOUND! SHOCK SERIES
Publisher & Distributor: Wave Master Co., Ltd.
Copyright Notice: ©SEGA
Retailers:
SEGA STORE ONLINE: https://ebten.jp/sega/p/4571655391127
Amazon: https://amazon.co.jp/dp/B0FVXFHQ6J
Disk Union: https://diskunion.net/portal/ct/detail/1009128068
BEEP: https://channel.beep-shop.com/products/detail/77162 (available at Akihabara store as well)
Others
Special Page: https://wave-master.com/ent/fv/