K-pop continues to break new ground, and one area where it has made a significant impact is in video game collaborations.
These partnerships between popular girl groups and gaming companies have produced memorable tracks that resonate with both K-pop fans and gamers.
Recently, Korean netizens shared their favorite K-pop game music collaborations and voted on the greatest K-pop game music collaborations. So without further ado, here are K-netizens' favorite picks:
1. "POP/STARS" by K/DA
This iconic track features members Soyeon and Miyeon of (G)I-DLE, Madison Beer, and Jaira Burns, brought together to form the virtual K-pop group K/DA. "POP/STARS" was created for League of Legends and quickly became a global sensation, praised for its catchy melody and stunning visuals. The song's success solidified K/DA's place as a significant player in both the K-Pop and gaming worlds.
2. "Ready for Love" by BLACKPINK
BLACKPINK collaborated with PUBG Mobile for this special track. "Ready for Love" combines BLACKPINK's signature style with the game's adventurous spirit. The song's release was accompanied by a visually captivating music video featuring the group's members as animated characters, blending gaming and music seamlessly.
3. "GODS" by NewJeans
NewJeans joined forces with League of Legends for the track "GODS." This collaboration showcases the group's youthful energy and fits perfectly with the game's dynamic atmosphere. "GODS" has been well-received for its vibrant and energetic vibe, making it a favorite among both fans and gamers.
4. "Perfect Night" by LE SSERAFIM
LE SSERAFIM's "Perfect Night," released in collaboration with *Overwatch 2*, marks the group's first English single. The track captures the excitement of a night out with friends and has been praised for its catchy beat and relatable lyrics. The song's music video features the group alongside characters from the game, further enhancing the connection between the two worlds
5. "ANIMA POWER" by QWER
This track is another notable K-Pop and gaming collaboration with League of Legends, bringing a unique sound to the genre. While less mainstream than other entries, "ANIMA POWER" showcases QWER's talent and adds a fresh perspective to the fusion of K-Pop and video games.
6. "SUPERPOWER" ft. KISS OF LIFE and Mark Tuan
This exciting track for VALORANT features KISS OF LIFE and GOT7's Mark Tuan, offering a powerful blend of vocals and rap. The song is the latest collaboration for the VALORANT Champions 2024.
Korean netizens have picked their favorite tracks with many picking K/DA's "POP/STARS" as the greatest game collaboration song and one of the most recognized.
Korean netizens commented:
"I still listen to POP/STARS."
"I like NewJeans' 'GODS'."
"I think POP/STARS is unbeatable."
"POP/STARS is the best game collaboration song."
"POP/STARS is best."
"I vote POP/STARS too."
"LE SSERAFIM's Perfect Night is good too."
"I didn't know LE SSERAFIM's Perfect Night was a game collaboration song."
"POP/STAR should be the prime example of the best K-pop game track."
"I thought of POP/STAR as soon as I saw the title of this post."
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