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Overview

The soundtrack of Neverness to Everness blends electronic and orchestral elements to complement the atmosphere of Hethereau, the game's urban setting. The music enhances the tension, wonder, and mystery that define the city, shifting between high-energy combat tracks and ambient urban soundscapes during exploration and daily life activities. The soundtrack reinforces the game's core duality: a modern metropolis that hides supernatural secrets beneath its surface.

Multiple artists and composers have contributed to the game's music, spanning the official theme song, trailer compositions, opening animation scores, and the in-game soundtrack that accompanies every activity from street racing to anomaly investigations. Hotta Studio has not released a comprehensive composer credit list, but several contributors have been identified through official releases and streaming platforms.

Theme Song

The official theme song, titled "Neverness to Everness," is performed by RICORAY. The track was released on August 25, 2024, as part of RICORAY's album GAME WORLD (Track 10). The song runs 3 minutes and 53 seconds and is available on major streaming platforms including Spotify, Apple Music, and Shazam. The composer and lyricist is Akihiro Yoshida (吉田彰浩).

Opening Animation

Hotta Studio released an official opening animation titled "Hypervortex Before the Storm" in June 2025. The animation features its own musical accompaniment that sets the tone for the game's supernatural urban narrative. The opening establishes the contrast between Hethereau's everyday city life and the anomalous forces that lurk beneath the surface, with the music shifting from calm urban ambience to intense, dramatic orchestration as the supernatural elements are revealed.

The opening animation takes a different tone from the main gameplay, stepping back from the bright and fast-paced open-world action to deliver a more atmospheric, cinematic introduction. It was released ahead of the Containment Test closed beta phase and was widely shared across the game's social media channels.

Containment Test Trailer Theme

A separate trailer theme was composed for the Containment Test closed beta announcement in May 2025. This track, distinct from the main theme song, accompanied the game's first major beta reveal and set the tone for the supernatural urban setting. The composition leans into atmospheric tension, reflecting the mystery of anomalies appearing in an otherwise normal city.

The trailer theme was created by bradyonetta and published by Hotta Studios. It is available on SoundCloud, where it was uploaded on May 15, 2025, and runs approximately 2 minutes and 46 seconds. The track accompanied a trailer that was described as both a "cute music video" and an action-packed showcase of the game's characters and environments.

Additional Music Releases

Beyond the official theme song and trailer music, additional compositions inspired by or created for Neverness to Everness have appeared on streaming platforms.

"Lacrimosa | Tomato Castle" by seernebuch is a single released on June 3, 2025, under the label 4365187 Records DK. The track is explicitly labeled "for Neverness to Everness" and is available on both Spotify and Apple Music.

Musical Style

The in-game soundtrack reflects the duality of Hethereau. The music draws from several genres and styles to match the game's varied activities and tonal shifts:

In-Game Radio

All vehicles in Neverness to Everness feature an adjustable radio station that plays while driving. The radio allows players to select from different music stations, each offering a distinct genre or mood. The feature evokes the atmosphere of late-night driving sessions through the city's neon-lit streets and has drawn comparisons to the radio systems in the Grand Theft Auto series.

The radio station is accessible from both third-person and first-person driving perspectives. Players can cycle through available stations or turn the radio off entirely. The radio is one of the ways the soundtrack is delivered to the player during open-world exploration, complementing the ambient environmental music that plays while on foot.

Rhythm Games

Neverness to Everness features rhythm games as one of its Hethereau Hobbies mini-games. These rhythm-based activities use the game's music as part of the gameplay, giving players another way to engage with the soundtrack. Rhythm games are available as a leisure activity within the city, fitting alongside other entertainment options like Mahjong and arcade games.

The rhythm game mini-games provide a direct, interactive connection between the player and the soundtrack. Instead of passively listening, players tap along to the music's beat, earning rewards based on their accuracy and timing. This feature ensures that the soundtrack serves both atmospheric and gameplay functions.

Known Contributors

A full official composer credit list for the in-game soundtrack has not been released by Hotta Studio. The following contributors have been identified through official releases, streaming platforms, and trailer credits:

Additional in-game composers, the audio director, and the full music production team have not been publicly credited as of the game's launch. This article will be updated as official credits become available.

Availability

The RICORAY theme song is available for streaming on Spotify, Apple Music, and other major platforms. The bradyonetta trailer theme is available on SoundCloud. The seernebuch single "Lacrimosa | Tomato Castle" is available on Spotify and Apple Music.

A full official soundtrack (OST) album has not been announced. The in-game music can be heard through normal gameplay, the in-game radio while driving, and the rhythm game mini-games. This article will be updated with track listings and OST availability information if an official soundtrack release is announced.

Note: Full composer credits and track listings will be added when official OST information is released.