BGMania B-Sides: Little Nemo: The Dream Master

BGMania B-Sides #26 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. Today on the show, Bedroth shines the spotlight on the whimsical and unforgettable soundtrack of Little Nemo: The Dream Master for the NES! Released by Capcom in 1990 and based on the cult-classic animated film Little Nemo: Adventures in Slumberland, this imaginative platformer features a stunning score by composer Junko Tamiya—one that’s enchanted gamers for over three decades.

From the playful energy of early stages to the more atmospheric and intense later themes, this episode explores how the soundtrack mirrors Nemo’s transformation from a sleepy kid into a brave hero exploring surreal dreamscapes. Whether you're a longtime fan of the game or discovering it for the first time, this B-Side is a nostalgic and musical deep dive into one of the NES era’s most overlooked audio gems.

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EPISODE PLAYLIST AND CREDITS

1. Opening from Little Nemo: The Dream Master [Junko Tamiya, 1990]
2. Mushroom Forest from Little Nemo: The Dream Master [Junko Tamiya, 1990]
3. Flower Garden from Little Nemo: The Dream Master [Junko Tamiya, 1990]
4. Toy House from Little Nemo: The Dream Master [Junko Tamiya, 1990]
5. Night Sea from Little Nemo: The Dream Master [Junko Tamiya, 1990]
6. Nemo's House from Little Nemo: The Dream Master [Junko Tamiya, 1990]
7. Topsy-Turvy from Little Nemo: The Dream Master [Junko Tamiya, 1990]
8. Nightmare Land from Little Nemo: The Dream Master [Junko Tamiya, 1990]
9. Nightmare King Battle from Little Nemo: The Dream Master [Junko Tamiya, 1990]
10. The End from Little Nemo: The Dream Master [Junko Tamiya, 1990]

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