Fridays in the Key of Geek: Final Fantasy XIII Main Theme and Battle Theme Covered

By Jessica Weimar

You can not beat classic.

We will not get to play Final Fantasy XIII-2 until January of next year.  That sucks.  Why don’t you wind down with the musical stylings of Jason Yang, a very talented violinist who also if very proficient with other instruments.

In this video he plays the “Main” and “Battle” themes from Final Fantasy XIII using just himself, electric violins, keyboard, and drums.  If you enjoyed this video, you’ll also enjoy his rendition of the Game of Thrones theme on violins.

There used to be an embeded media player here, but it doesn't work anymore. We blame the Tumbeasts.

[Video via JasonYangViolin]

Jessica Weimar
Jessica Weimar
Jessica Weimar

MASH Veteran

Jessica is clearly a fan of video games, or she wouldn't be writing for this site. She attends college and like most other staff on the site, has a day job that she despises. She spends most of her free time playing games with her boyfriend.

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