VGM (Video Game Music)

Definition: VGM (Video Game Music) describes a style of music with recognizable traits—common tempos, drum patterns, Arrangement habits, and Sound Design choices.

• Typical elements: a characteristic Groove, drum feel, and Instrumentation/Sound palette.
• Arrangement: many genres favor certain structures (build-ups, drops, verses/choruses, breakdowns).
• Production clue: Genre identity often comes from Drums + bass choices first, then Harmony, Melody, and Texture.

Quick example: start by matching a Reference Track’s Tempo and drum pattern, then build bass and chords around that Groove.