Music has always been a crucial part of video games, enhancing immersion and adding depth to virtual worlds.

Think about it: from the catchy Super Mario Bros. theme to the unforgettable Tetris melody, some video game tunes are as iconic as the games themselves.

Over the years, game music has evolved to include full orchestral scores and cinematic compositions. But there's another powerful type of video game music that's been making waves since the '90s: the licensed soundtrack.

The idea of using popular songs in video games took off in 1982 with Journey's chiptune version of "Don't Stop...