I love threads like this. There is so much content to enjoy out there that you get exposed to new ones every time. I hear a lot that there is no appreciation for classical instrumental music anymore, but video games and its fans are a testament to that this couldn't be more wrong. Let's see if I can do this without tapping into Final Fantasy's massive library.
Wild Arms is a massively underrated game when it comes to soundtracks. Its sound is very distinct and really beautiful. Especially the calm tunes give you a grand sense of adventure and exploration that few other games are able to match.
Overworld
The intro theme
Town
Port
Battle
My most played game tracks on my ipod (that aren't from the main FF series):
(PS1) Wild Arms2 - Overworld mix One of the best ever!
(PS2) Curse of Darkness - Garibaldi courtyard
(SNES) Wild Guns - Desolation canyon
(PS2) Okami - Time of parting
(SNES) Final Fantasy Mystic Quest - Boss music
(PS1) Chrono Cross - Scars of time (another example of a perfect OST,
highly recommended)
(SNES) Actraiser - Filmore
(PS1) Grandia 2 - Battle
(PS1) Legend of Mana - Title
(PS2) Wild Arms 5 - One Day You'll Forget the Hopes and Dreams
(SNES) Terranigma - Underworld
(SNES) Terranigma - Overworld
(PS2) Kingdom Hearts- Traverse town
(PS2) Dragon Quest VIII - Overture