Hitoshi Sakimoto
Japanese composer for video games
Born
February 26th, 1969
56 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Japan
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A composer and producer from Japan, significant contributions were made to the video game industry, particularly in the realm of soundtracks. Collaborated with various game development companies and composed music for multiple influential titles. Early career included work at Scientific Studies, which later became part of the development team for series such as Final Fantasy Tactics. Later achievements included composing for the acclaimed Vagrant Story and participating in projects for the Valkyria Chronicles series.
Composed music for Final Fantasy Tactics
Created soundtracks for Vagrant Story
Worked on Valkyria Chronicles series
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