Yoko Shimomura

Composer of video game music

Yoko Shimomura - Composer of video game music
Born

October 19th, 1967
58 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Japan

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Composer and pianist, specializing in video game music. Started career in 1988 with Capcom, contributing to soundtracks including Street Fighter II. Subsequently joined Square, where significant works included music for Final Fantasy XV and Kingdom Hearts. Influenced the gaming industry through innovative compositions that blend classical and contemporary styles.

Composed music for Street Fighter II

Created soundtracks for Final Fantasy XV

Developed music for Kingdom Hearts series

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